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10/10 Excellent
Tiana V.
24 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiana V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Made for relaxationTop-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
- GamesA rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
- Garden
Explore the area
Lettermacaward, Donegal
- Dooey BeachPlace, Dooey Beach5 min drive
- Lough NascollopPlace, Lough Nascollop10 min drive
- Narin BeachPlace, Narin Beach20 min drive
- Donegal (CFN)Airport, Donegal (CFN)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Set on the beautiful West Donegal coastline on the Wild Atlantic Way. A real haven from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Surounded by stunning countryside, beaches lochs and mountains. Walking distance to one of Donegal's most famous beaches. A great base for touring all of Donegal or a place to soak up the peace and quiet. Close to Ardara, Glenties and Dungloe for all amenities. 3 pubs within 5 mins drive. Mccafferty's is the place to go to for food in Donegal. Frequent live music in two of the pubs. Ideal for touring, walking, golfing or fishing. Side view of the sea and countryside views all around. Immaculately presented.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
1. Pets are not allowed in bedrooms or on setees
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
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.
1. Due to theft, we will count how many towels we allocate to your party and we will bill you at the end of the stay if there is any shortfall.
Please do not attempt repairs yourself. Please let us know if something is faulty and we will deploy professional repairers.
Charging of EV vehicles is not allowed We do not have a charger and the use of charging via 3 pin cables into the domestic supply is not allowed.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 11777406
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
Lettermacaward
Located in Lettermacaward, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum and Ardara Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sandfield Pitch and Putt Course and Narin & Portnoo Golf Club.
Lettermacaward, Donegal
What's nearby
- Dooey Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
- Lough Nascollop - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
- Lough Smuttan - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
- Narin Beach - 20 min drive - 16.9 km
- Hannah McGuinness - 21 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
- Donegal (CFN) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
- Gweebarra Bar & McCready's Cafe - 7 min drive
- Elliotts - 7 min drive
- The Links - 17 min drive
- Gracie May’s Cafe - 17 min drive
- Pirates of the Coffeebean - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Large detached family house close to a famous beach and a great base for touring located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dooey Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lough Nascollop and Bluestack Mountains. Dirkmore Lough and Lough Smuttan are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Hi Tiana, I am so happy you had a lovely holiday. You were a brilliant geust and I would recommend you and your family to anyone.
Thank you for looking after my home so well
Kind regards,
John
About the host
Hosted by John Donelan
I am an irish citizen but live in the UK. My wife's family come from Lettermackaward and went to the old school which is now a converted house just below. Patrick, for whom the cottage is named, died in 2023 at the age of 90. He was born in the cottage next door and spent his early life in Dooey. As a young man he was a locally famous Gaelic football player but emigrated to the UK for work in the 1950s. However, he visited his family every year and always missed his home. When he retired, he built this house for himself and his family to enjoy for generations. We can never thank him enough; we hope you get as much pleasure from it as we do.
Why they chose this property
Donegal in general and this area in particular are unique and beautiful. The scerenity of this place will seep into your bones. The people are kind and welcoming and there is so much to see. I find somewhere new every time I visit.
What makes this property unique
Partick's House is finished to a high standard whilst still keeping a homely feel. It is very secluded whilst being a short hop to beaches shopping and of course pubs! I have a full local guide in the house which I can email on request.
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