Holiday Cottages, Fanad
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.
Holiday Properties in Fanad
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
3 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 8
Contact: Helen
Tel: 0044 747 564 9970
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
2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 6
Contact: Susanne
Tel: 00353 87 7515766
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
2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 4
Contact: Harry
Tel: +353 86 3677769
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
4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 9
Contact: Pamela or Alan Wood
Tel: 0044 7799 8679 48
0044 7796 6146 60
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
00353 86 0561497
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
2 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 4
Contact: Ivy OHara
Tel: 00353 47 85262
00353 87 2982435
ioharafedoo@gmail.com
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
4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 9
Contact: Maeve and Seamus
Tel: +353 86 8595502
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
6 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 11
Contact: Carol
Tel: +44 7881 715060
Drumore House - Fanad
Drumore House - Fanad … full listing
4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 8
Contact: Ann
Tel: +353 87 6569318