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200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach

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6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fahan, Donegal
  • Place, Lisfannon Strand
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Malin Head
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenveagh National Park
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Clematis

1 King Bed

Daffodil

1 Single Bunk Bed

Primrose

1 King Bed

Rose

1 Double Bed

Snowdrop

2 Single Beds

Sweet Pea

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Toilet/Wet Room

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathrooom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Snowdrop Ensuite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Sweet Pea Ensuite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach

This wonderful restored Georgian country house offers the perfect retreat either for a quiet, luxurious weekend, or for a weekly family holiday creating special memories. Step though the classic entrance door to ‘The Old Rectory’ and discover this beautiful Georgian home.

The house is steeped in history, with the famous hymn/poet Cecil Alexander living at the house during the 19th Century. With its sweeping treelined driveway, beautiful views of Lough Swilly, impressive reception rooms, all with magnificent period open fireplaces, it’s the perfect house for getting together in style.

The stunning area of Fahan is situated between the City of Derry and Buncrana, with direct access to the Inishowen 100, a spectacular ring road around the Inishowen peninsula. Fahan is also conveniently situated between the Glenveagh National Park and the Giants Causeway which are areas of outstanding natural beauty.

‘The Old Rectory’ has been owned by The Dorrian Family since 1976. It has been an incredibly happy home for many years and we are proud to share this wonderful place with other families. Creating their own cherished memories!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outside shoes to be worn on the carpets
Never to leave a lit fire unattended without the fireguard covering it.
Unannounced guests must be confirmed with the owners for insurance purposes.

Important information

You need to know

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

Fahan

Located in Fahan, this holiday home is in a rural area. North West Golf Club and Inch Wildfowl Reserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buncrana Leisure Centre and Templemore Sports Complex. Brooke Park Leisure Centre and The Two Bridges Walk are also worth visiting. Kayaking, windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Fahan, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Lisfannon Strand - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Doagh Famine Village - 41 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Rathmullan House - 51 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Malin Head - 58 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Glenveagh National Park - 58 min drive - 67.1 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 27 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bridie's Whitehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach on 8 May 2026 start from AU$1,684, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lisfannon Strand, North West Golf Club and Inch Wildfowl Reserve. Buncrana Beach and Buncrana Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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