Holiday Cottages, Fanad

Fanad, Donegal

This beautiful peninsula stretches north from the village of Milford to Fanad Head and back down to the Georgian village of Ramelton. It has some of the most remarkable cliff scenery in Ireland, including outstanding examples of marine erosion. Knockalla Coast Road offers a spectacular drive overlooking Lough Swilly and Inishowen. The Fanad Peninsula Scenic Tour is a 72 km signposted circuit of the peninsula through breathtaking scenery.

Fanad Lighthouse (pictured above) was built by George Halpin and today serves as a helicopter base for the service and maintenance of all lighthouses along the northern coast.

Along the Lough Swilly coastline there are impressive fortifications, built during Napoleonic times - indeed, one of these, on the shore front in Rathmullan, now houses the "Flight of the Earls" heritage centre while the other 2 are privately owned. Golf courses include the 9 hole Otway course and the fabulous links course at Portsalon.

As you drive along the coastline, the road rises around Knockalla Mountain and you can enjoy the breathtaking views across Lough Swilly to Dunree Fort and Dunaff Head on the Inishowen Peninsula. On the apex of the hill, as the road turns west, you can stop at the viewpoint, for a panorama so spectacular that it is used to promote not only Donegal but the entire island of Ireland. Below you is Ballymastocker Bay bedecked with an array of golden beaches.

Villages and place names of the Fanad Peninsula include - Rathmullan, Portsalon, Kerrykeel, Rosnakill, Milford, Doaghbeg, Kindrum, Glenvar, Tamney, Glasagh, Cashel, Ballyheerin, Rinboy and Glinsk.

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Holiday Properties in Fanad

Great Arch Cottage - near Portsalon, Fanad

 Price Range: €690 - €750

 wk/end available

Great Arch Cottage

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A 3 bedroom cottage in a stunning position just off the Wild Atlantic Way, with panoramic views of sea and countryside. The cottage is around 2 miles from Fanad Lighthouse (a tour is a must), and 4 miles from Portsalon, with its pretty harbour and … full listing
Sea ViewsPets AllowedOpen FireCot and High Chair

3 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 8

Contact: Helen
Tel: 0044 747 564 9970


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John Owens House - Fanad

 Price Range: €550 - €650

 wk/end available

John Owens House - Fanad

Located on Fanad Peninsula in North Donegal John Owens House is a lovely 2 bedroom holiday home with an idyllic coastal setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.  The holiday home enjoys wonderful panoramic views of the coastline at Fanad Head.  Just 2km from the front door is the dramatic Fanad Head Lighthouse - … full listing
Sea ViewsCot and High ChairFree Wi-Fi

2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 6

Contact: Susanne
Tel: 00353 87 7515766


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Cosy Nook - Ballymichael, Fanad

 Price Range: €420 - €600

 wk/end available

Cosy Nook Fanad

Located in Ballymichael, on the Wild Atlantic Way 'Cosy Nook' is a small 3 bedroom stone cottage with many original features.  Reroofed in 2022, it retains its homely character, including carpeting in lounge and bedrooms.  Property features front lawn, sheltered back garden, with patio and grass area.   A spacious Play Shed is popular for families with … full listing

3 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 4

Contact: Aine
Tel: 00353 16282468
Tel: 00353 86 0561497


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Antons Cottage - Fanad

 Price Range: €395 - €550

 wk/end available

Antons Cottage - Fanad

Antons Cottage is a traditional Donegal farm cottage that has been in the same family since the early 1800s.  It is located on a small hillside overlooking the north western coastline of the beautiful Fanad Peninsula. The cottage is situated in the townland of Gortnatra approximately halfway between the Mulroy (Harry Blaney) … full listing
Sea ViewsPets AllowedTraditional CottageOpen Fire

2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 4

Contact: Harry
Tel: +353 86 3677769


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An Teach Illanmore - Fanad

 Price Range: €1600 - €2400

 wk/end available

An Teach Illanmore

An Teach Illanmore is a luxury holiday home with direct access to a private beach, situated in the Doaghbeg area of the Fanad Peninsula in North Donegal. From its secluded site it enjoys stunning views over Lough Swilly towards Dunaff Head, the Inishowen hills and the Atlantic Ocean. The home is in … full listing
Sea ViewsCot and High Chair

4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 9

Contact: Pamela or Alan Wood
Tel: 0044 7799 8679 48
Tel: 0044 7796 6146 60


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O'Hara's Cottage - Fanad

 Price Range: €450 - €600

 wk/end available

O'Hara's Cottage

Set in the scenically beautiful Fanad Peninsula, this charming, detached 100 year old cottage is ideal for a "get away from it all" break. Just 400meters from the sea. Visitors can view the Atlantic Ocean lapping on Ballyhieran's mile long golden beach. Fanad is renowned for its fishing. For an angling experience … full listing
Sea ViewsPets AllowedOpen FireCot and High Chair

2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 4

Contact: Ivy OHara
Tel: 00353 47 85262
Tel: 00353 87 2982435
Tel: ioharafedoo@gmail.com


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Doaghbeg Cottage

 Price Range: €675 - €800

Doaghbeg Cottage

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way Scenic Route and close to a secluded beautiful sandy beach, Doaghbeg Cottage is a roomy, comfortable, well-equipped house with private garden and parking. This luxurious house was built as a holiday home and had 4* Failte Ireland Approval from 2005 until 2012 … full listing
Sea ViewsPets AllowedOpen FireCot and High Chair

4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 9

Contact: Maeve and Seamus
Tel: +353 86 8595502


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Cassie's Cottage - Fanad

 Price Range: €1000 - €1500

 wk/end available

Cassie's Cottage - Fanad

Cassie's Cottage Fanad is a charming 6-bedroom family home with a modern twist, situated in the tranquil area of Kindrum Fanavolty Fanad, set on an elevated position with picturesque views of Kindrum Lough. Located along the Wild Atlantic Way this spacious home is just a 10 min drive from the Fanad Lighthouse … full listing
Pets AllowedOpen FireCot and High ChairLake ViewsFree Wi-Fi

6 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 11

Contact: Carol
Tel: +44 7881 715060


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Drumore House - Fanad

 Price Range: €750 - €950

 wk/end available

Drumore House - Fanad

Drumore House - Fanad … full listing
Sea ViewsOpen FireCot and High ChairFree Wi-Fi

4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 8

Contact: Ann
Tel: +353 87 6569318


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