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*Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town*

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Donegal Town, Donegal
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Daniel O'Donnell Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Diamond Obelisk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

*Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town*

Majestically set on its own grounds, our home offers luxury and grandeur within a 5 minutes drive to the buzzing town of Donegal. Catch up with friends in our large open plan kitchen living space or relax beside the fire in either of our two sitting rooms.

Guests love us for our space, our modern & comfortable furnishings & our furry 'neigh'bours. We are perfect for large groups & families or those attending a wedding nearby.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11159815
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Donegal

Located in Donegal, this holiday home is in a rural area. Donegal Golf Club and Five Oaks Ranch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bluestack Mountains and Lough Boyle. Donegal Railway Heritage Centre and Donegal Bay Waterbus are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, wildlife walks and golfing.
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Donegal Town, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Donegal Castle - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Daniel O'Donnell Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Diamond Obelisk - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Abbey of Donegal - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salthill Cabin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Coffee Shop & Mini Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Quay West Restaurant Donegal Town - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cedars Grill at Lough Eske Castle - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town* pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at *Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town*?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at *Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town*?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town*?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *Countryside Retreat | 5 mins to Donegal Town* located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Daniel O'Donnell Museum, Diamond Obelisk and Killaghtee Old Church. Donegal Castle and Donegal Railway Heritage Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Hi James, Thank you for your 5 star review -we are delighted that everything was to your satisfaction. We hope that we can welcome you back another time. Many thanks
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10/10 Excellent

Jody C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donegal stay

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Hi Jody -thank you for your 5 star review and your kind words- we are delighted to hear that you had a great stay with us that everything was to your satisfaction. We hope that we will see you again. Many thanks
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10/10 Excellent

J.T. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donegal Family Holiday

The hosts were AMAZING! We had a small issue we needed help with and they came to the property to assist … on Mothers Day! Very convenient and spacious. Candy and wine was a nice welcome gift! We will certainly try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2024
Hi JT -thank you for your lovely 5 star review and your kind words- we are delighted to hear that you had a great stay and we are always here to help. We hope that we will see you again:) Many thanks!
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10/10 Excellent

laura e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, comfortable home, close to Donegal town

This house was very comfortable and attractively decorated, with two living rooms and a large kitchen. We enjoyed the access to Donegal town - no more than a few minutes! While the setting was rural, we did overlook a parking lot for a business next door. There were farm animals in the yard next door who said hello as we came and went. A nice place to stay to see the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
Hi Laura -thank you for your lovely 5 star review and your kind words- we are delighted to hear that you had a great stay with us and that you enjoyed our decor and our quiet rural location. Although it is rural we are very lucky to be located only a short drive from Donegal town. We are also delighted to hear the animals came out to say hello:)We hope that we will see you again. Many thanks
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2025
Hi Rebecca -thank you for your lovely 5 star review- we are delighted that you had a great stay with us . We hope that we will see you again. Many thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
Hi Catherine -thank you for your lovely 5 star review- we are delighted that you had a great stay with us and that everything was to your satisfaction. We hope that we will see you again. Many thanks

About the host

Hosted by Mary Mullarkey

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Our family is local to the area and my husband and I live nearby. The house sits adjacent to our farm where we keep a variety of animals including horses, cattle and sheep - in the summer we love watching the young foals play in the field beside the house.

Donegal is known for its scenery and when we have time, we enjoy taking walks on the local beaches of Murvagh and Rossnowlagh. We feel privileged to have so many beautiful restaurants to choose from in Donegal Town - some of our favourites being Quay West, The Market House & The Harbour. We are looking forward to our guests experiencing all that Donegal has to offer!

Why they chose this property

Our location offers:
★ Spacious accommodation surrounded by beautiful Irish countryside
★ A very friendly horse and foal in the field next to the house
★ Beautiful scenery & walks on your doorstep
★ Less than a 5 minute drive to pubs, restaurants and shops of Donegal Town
★ 5 minutes to attractions such as Donegal Castle, the Waterbus, Railway Museum and the 'Bank' Walk
★ Less than a 15 minute drive to Mountcharles Pier & Salthill Cabin - a great place to walk, pier-jump and have a coffee with their farmyard animals
★ For golfers, the links course at Murvagh Golf Club is just a 15 minute drive away
★ Only a 15 minute drive to surfing beach, Rossnowlagh
★ Easily accessible to all popular wedding venues such as Lough Eske Castle, Harvey's Point, The Mill Park & The Abbey Hotel
★ Within easy reach to Slieve League, the highest cliffs in Europe, Glenveagh National Park & all the attractions that County Donegal has to offer.

What makes this property unique

The house offers:
★ Hotel Quality linen, towels and handwash and spotlessly clean
★ Free WiFi
★ Offering four spacious bedrooms all of which are ensuite - two double bedrooms, one superking & a twin room with 2 single beds. All rooms offer ample storage.
★ One of our double bedrooms is on the ground floor so suitable for those with restricted mobility.
★ We also have a downstairs bathroom with a bath and separate shower.
★ Our bright and airy open plan kitchen/living/dining area is perfect for gathering together after a day exploring the Wild Atlantic Way.
★ Our bright and airy sunroom has a magnificent round dining table & we also have a dining table & chairs in our kitchen so there is plenty of seating for mealtimes
★ Our kitchen comes equipped with appliances including a fridge freezer, ceramic hob & oven, microwave, kettle, toaster etc
★ Our open plan living room has a solid fuel stove & flat screen Smart TV along with stylish and comfortable furnishings.
★ Our second living room offers an open fireplace, luxurious furnishings & a TV
★ Our sizeable utility room has a washing machine & dryer - ideal for those longer stays
★ There is room to store sports equipment such as bikes, golf clubs etc in our outdoor shed
★ The house boasts a large garden to the front and rear of the property.
★ Plenty of room for cars to park outside the house

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