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Johnstons Cottages - Burtonport

The cottage is a re-creation of a traditional Irish cottage with pine floors and ceilings, the stairs are quite steep, but this would be the norm in old cottages. The bedroom furniture is all pine giving a warm comfortable feel to the cottages. There is an open fire with turf available in addition to oil fired central heating - an immersion heater is available for hot water on warmer summer days. The outside has a small garden with newly planted shrubs and flowers - still in their infancy, as the cottages are new. There is plenty of space outside for barbeque - outdoor table and chairs are supplied.

For those who would like to chill out, this is the perfect location, the stillness at night is amazing, the stars seem to multiply as they are not affected by light pollution. The cottages are also ideally located along the centre of the western seaboard, with excellent scenic drives to the north or south of the county - places and areas of special interest are well signposted.

The cottages are on a single track road, in a scenic area which still has that remoteness of old Donegal, among rocky wild countryside, with huge areas of wild whins sporting their striking yellow flowers. They are within 15 minutes walk or 5 minutes drive of the huge areas of sandy beaches – especially Arlands Strand and Keadue beach. You can walk for miles along the coast or explore the rocky outcrops and sea-pools.

Scuba Diving

For the scuba enthusiast there are the steep walls of the rocky outcrops which hold a variety of fish and sea creatures. This is especially interesting and safe for those children who want to explore or snorkel or scuba. They can be supervised from the rocks above the relatively shallow water.

For the fisherman there is deep sea angling from Burtonport, 10 minutes drive away or freshwater fishing in lake Wasker, 100 metres from the cottage. The cottages are on a recognised and well marked, interlinked network of walking trails. There are excellent award winning restaurants in the fishing port of Burtonport.

Golf

The Golf course on the peninsula of Cruit Island is within 15 minutes by car or there are several other courses within easy reach.

The land surrounding the cottages is an adventure playground for children with a rocky area and approximately 6 acres to explore - with pheasant, rabbits, birds and dragonflies. Lots of fish in the lake too.

Distances

Nearest Village: Dungloe - 3 miles, Burtonport - 3 miles
Beaches: Arlands Strand for swimming and Keadue beach where the bay drys out allowing miles of excellent beach walks
Golf Course: Cruit island golf course - 15 min drive
Distance details: Cottages are centrally located within minutes of some of the numerous summer festivals which run during the summer months, with music of all styles and markets for all types of goods including locally produced organic produce.

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 3 bedrooms to sleep 6
• bathroom - overhead shower - located on ground floor
• shower room on upper floor - mains electric shower
• main living area has open fireplace and sea views
• tv, cd/stereo, dvd, video
• open plan kitchen area
• gas hob and electric oven
• microwave, fridge with freezer box
• washing machine
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• cot, highchair and stairgate available
• patio area with patio furniture and barbeque
• close to lovely sandy beaches
• view westwards over sea to setting sun
• ideal touring base
• 15 min drive to Cruit Island Golf Course
• 10 min drive to shops, pub etc in Burtonport
• 15 min drive to Donegal Airport
• ample parking
• sorry, no pets

Living Space

  Kitchen

The compact kitchen is open plan with living room. It is located to the rear of the house and features a stainless steel sink and laminate worktops, with cooker hood.

• open plan kitchen area

• gas hob and electric oven

• microwave, fridge with freezer box, dishwasher

• washing machine

  Living Room

The living room is located to the front of the house, has an open fireplace and enjoys panoramic views over the nearby bays. It is elegantly furnished with comfortable furniture and has a dining table with 6 chairs. For the open fire, turf is available. This is in addition to oil fired central heating - an immersion heater is available for hot water on warmer summer days.

  Bedrooms

3 bedrooms to sleep 6

• Bedroom 1: double on ground floor, adjacent bathroom, sea views

• Bedroom 2: 2 singles, upstairs, pine floor

• Bedroom 3: 2 singles, upstairs, pine floor

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro100 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

• check in 4pm, check out 12am

• rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement

• euro100 damage deposit

What's Included

• Bed linen
• Electricity
• Central heating

What's Not Included

• Towels