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Donegal Ocean View Cottage - Dunfanaghy

At Donegal Ocean View Cottage the visitor can experience the ultimate in relaxation and tranquillity right on the edge of the north coast of Donegal. Nestled into the cliffs of the dramatic Horn Head Peninsula this superb one bedroom cottage enjoys sweeping panoramic views over Sheephaven Bay towards the rugged Rosguill Peninsula and the North Atlantic Ocean beyond. In this idyllic setting you could easily forget that you are just over 3km from the Dunfanaghy – one of the most vibrant and popular family beach resorts in Donegal.

Whether you have come to Horn Head to enjoy its world-renowned walks; to find artistic inspiration from the powerful Atlantic colliding with the resilient land; or merely to take some time to recharge, you have found your ideal base from which to discover this very special corner of Ireland. The luxury and seclusion of the cottage means it is also a perfect place for honeymooners who want to leave the outside world behind for awhile.

Luxury Accommodation in an Idyllic Setting

The cottage has high end finishes throughout and is a touch of real luxury in a place of unsurpassed beauty. Every room in the house enjoys views of the coastal landscape outside -  a landscape that changes mood daily with the ever changing sky. There are three living spaces in the fabulous cottage – a living area on the ground floor with wood burning stove, a seating area on the first floor and a sun room. The wonderful sun room has been designed to bring the outside in and is the perfect spot for relaxation. The beautifully crafted kitchen features an Aga range. On the first floor there is a spacious bedroom with king sized bed. An adjacent bathroom has a Jacuzzi bath and a separate shower. On the ground floor there is a toilet. Outside there are two separate patio style areas with paving and gravel. The tarmac driveway is accessed via an electric gate. The cottage has a "no pets" policy

Dunfanaghy - A Vibrant Seaside Village

A short drive or a healthy 25 minute walk will bring you from the cottage into Dunfanaghy. This vibrant seaside village on the shores of Sheephaven Bay has a number of fine restaurants, coffee shops, friendly traditional pubs, craft shops and art galleries. It boasts a number of top class tourist attractions including the fabulous Blue Flag Killahoey Beach and an excellent 18 hole links golf course. There are also fine beaches at nearby Portnablagh, Marble Hill and Tramore.

There is plenty of opportunities for ramblers and hill walkers in this beautiful part of Donegal. In addition to the coastal walks around Horn Head there are woodland walks in the enchanting Ards Forest Park and hill walking in the North Donegal Highlands – Muckish Mountain provides a very scenic background to Dunfanaghy. For those couples travelling along the Wild Atlantic Way route, the cottage is an ideal base for a few days stopover.

Flexible Accommodation Options

While Donegal Ocean View Cottage is mainly let as a one bedroom holiday home to sleep 2 people there is an opportunity to make a second double bedroom of the same high quality available to sleep 4 .
Also, using the nearby Clifside Retreat Apartment (see below) you can accommodate up to 6 people in this stunning setting.
Please enquire of the owner about these flexible options and the rental rates that apply

Cliffside Retreat - One Bedroom Apartment to Sleep 2

Located in a separate and private part of the same secure gated development is a modern one bedroom apartment – Cliffside Retreat. This superb one bedroom apartment likewise enjoys breathtaking panoramic views over the north Donegal coastline.

This home away from home features a king sized bed with en suite bathroom and a private conservatory furnished with plush armchairs and a small dinette from which to enjoy the panoramic views of the cliffs and sea beyond.  The dinette has sufficient equipment for a breakfast/light lunch. Nearby Dunfanaghy is well served with cafes and restaurants and also has a good taxi service.

WiFi is available in the apartment. And sorry - no pets allowed.

(Check out the end part of the video for a fuller picture of this wonderful property)

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• superb ocean views from every window
• luxury bedroom with king sized bed and writing desk
• large bathroom with jacuzzi bath and stand alone shower
• spacious first floor seating area with tv
• large sun room with panoramic coastal views
• sun room has luxury furniture suite and a dining- writing table
• large gound floor room with living, kitchen and dining areas
• aga range is the central piece in a beautifully crafted kitchen
• dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• large island unit with sink unit and dining section
• ground floor hallway with toilet
• spacious living area with a wood burning stove
• living area is very comfortably furnished
• large flat screen tv, sky satellite
• underfloor heating - conventional radiators
• locally sourced drinking water
• tarmac driveway around the cottage
• paved and gravel area to the front with dramatic sea views
• elevated patio stlye area to the rear
• electric gate entry - secure parking
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• Cliffside Retreat - Sleeps 2
• separate property on the same gated development
• a luxury one bedroom apatment with superb ocean views
• front facing conservatoy takes full advantage of ocean views
• conservatory has 2 relaxing armchairs
• kettle, mini fridge, toaster,plates and cutlery
• bathroom with bath and overhead shower
• luxury linens, towels and bath amenities
• hairdryer available
• under floor heating
• wifi throughout
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• sorry - no pets allowed in either property

Living Space

  Sun Room

Donegal Ocean View Cottage has a truly breathtaking setting on the dramatic Horn Head Peninsula. This setting can best be appreciated from the comfort of the wonderful sun room. This large room is beautifully furnished and enjoys sweeeping panoramic views over Sheephaven Bay towards the rugged Rosguiil Peninsula and the North Atlantic Ocean beyond. The room has a small table for dining or writing. A powerful telescope will let you get up closer to the local wildlife

  Living Area

The main living area on the ground floor is tastefully furnished and decorated. This spacious living space has a wood burning stove and a large flatscreen tv which has sky satellite freeview. A second living space is located on the first floor and features a comfortable sofa and tv.

  Kitchen

The holiday home has a beautifully crafted kitchen with an Aga range as its focal point. A large island unit has a sink and a dining section at one end. A washing machine and tumble dryer are neatly tucked under the stairs.

  Bedroom

The main bedroom is on the first floor and like all the other rooms it enjoys superb sea views. The room is bright and airy and has a deluxe king sized bed. A separate area in the room has a writing desk.
Adjacent to the bedroom is a bathroom with jacuzzi bath and separate shower. On the ground floor there is a toilet

  Cliffside Retreat

The Cliffside Retreat is a luxury on bedroom apartment with a stunning location on the Horn Head Peninsula. This beautiful accommodation features a king sized bed with en suite bathroom and a private conservatory furnished with plush armchairs and a small dinette from which to enjoy the panoramic views of the cliffs and sea beyond.

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Booking Details

Donegal Ocean View Cottage
Booking deposit (non-refundable half the price / balance 6 weeks before arrival 

• check in 4pm, check out 11am
• minimum stay, - 2nights

Cliffside Retreat

check in 2:30 pm ,check out 12 

minimum stay 2 nights 

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What's Included

• luxury bed linens, towels and bath amenities
• electricity
• central heating - underfloor heating and conventional radiators

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