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Heather Cottage - Creeslough

Heather cottage is a cosy 3 bedroom holiday home situated on a small working farm near the shores of  Killoughcarron Lake. The surrounding countryside is dominated by the majestic Muckish Mountain. The cottage itself is ideal for a self-catering family holiday or a quiet country retreat - the large field around the house is a safe playground for children.

The holiday home is located just two miles from Creeslough Village. The Irish word Creeslough means The Belt of Lakes - a reference to the many lakes that surround the village. Creeslough is the home of the famous Bridie Gallagher - The First Lady of Irish Song - and the local festival held every summer is dedicated to her.

North Donegal

The cottage has a very central location on the North Donegal coast - it is 6 miles from Dunfanaghy, 7 miles from Carrigart and 10 miles from Downings. Letterkenny - which is Donegal\'s largest town - is only 16 miles away and offers a wide range of retail outlets, cinema, theatre, restaurants, banks, hospital, etc

There are few areas of Ireland which enjoy such an unspoilt environment with a wealth of opportunity for open-air activities. In addition to the beautiful beaches at Downings, Dunfanaghy and Marble Hill, the entire region is a fisherman’s paradise with trout and salmon lakes and rivers.

Within half an hour of the cottage, there are a number of spectacular coastal drives including the Atlantic Drive, Lough Salt Drive and the coastal road around Horn Head.

Local Activities

Rock and mountain climbing are popular in this spectacular landscape with Errigal,  Muckish and the Derryveagh mountains all easily reachable.  Windsurfing, water-skiing, sub aqua, canoeing and sailing are popular activities in the general locality.

For the golf enthusiast there are four 18 hole courses - at Rosapenna, Dunfanaghy and Carrigart. Horse-riding, cycling, hill walking and painting are ever popular in this beautiful area. A herd of native red deer roams the mountains and valleys in the nearby 10,000 hectares Glenveagh National Park, famed for its castle, lakes, formal gardens, exotic plants and rare birds - including the recently reintroduced golden eagle.

In the more immediate locality of the holiday home, you will find the famous Lackagh Bridge, the historic Doe Castle and the enchanting Ards Forest Park. The historical Owencarron Viaduct is also close by.

Cutting the Corn in Creeslough Today was penned by one of Ireland most noted poet and song writer - Percy French - and has made Creeslough a familiar name well beyond Ireland's shores.

While staying at Heather Cottage you can walk through green fields and listen to the everyday sounds of a working farm. The land around the house is a fantastic playground for children with trees to climb and lots of open space to run around in. The holiday home is an excellent base for a range of outdoor activities.  It’s also the perfect location for a relaxing getaway.
   

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 3 bedrooms to sleep 6
• 2 double bedrooms
• 1 twin bedroom
• bathroom with bath and shower
• main living area has solid fuel stove
• tv, dvd
• fully fitted kitchen
• electric hob and oven
• microwave, fridge, dishwasher
• washing machine, tumble dryer
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• vinyl floors throughout the cottage
• cot and highchair available
• patio area with patio furniture
• 2.5km from Creeslough Village
• 300 meters from Killoughcarron Lake
• tranquil scenic location
• ideal touring base
• ample parking for 3 cars
• pets welcome
• STRICTLY NO SMOKING

Living Space

  Living Room

The bright and cosy living room of Heather Cottage is simply yet tastefully decorated and furnished. For home entertainment, there is a TV and DVD. The solid fuel stove gives a warm feeling to the room.

  Kitchen and Dining Area

The bright and spacious kitchen and dining area of the holiday home is a modern extension to the original cottage. The large windows and patio style doors provide wonderful countryside views. The visitor can sit back here observe the gentle activity of a small working farm. In the kitchen part of this large room you will find the following equipment:

• microwave

• electric hob and oven

• dishwasher

• fridge

In an adjoining utility room, there is also a washing machine and tumble dryer

  Bedrooms

The cottage has two double bedrooms and a twin bedroom. Adjacent to these bedrooms is a bathroom with bath and overhead electric shower.

The laneway from Heather Cottage leads to the shores of Killoughcarron Lake. In the background is the majestic Muckish Mountain. A further 2 km brings you to Creeslough Village. The literal meaning of Creeslough is - The Belt of Lakes - a reference to the many lakes that surround the village.

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Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro150 per week to confirm booking - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period,  PLUS deposit of euro100 which will be refunded in full on day of departure provided cottage is left in the same clean condition as when first occupied. 

Important to note - booking is not firm until deposit is paid.

• check in 4pm, check out 10am
• rental Saturday-Saturday except by special arrangement
• during July / Aug minimum stay is one week

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What's Included

• bed linen
• central heating

What's Not Included

• electricity (metered)

Availability Key

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