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Bankhead Cottages - Buncrana

These are two  traditional style Irish stone cottages that have been renovated and refurbished to afford comfortable, modern living. The lower cottage has three bedrooms with one en-suite bathroom, and sleeps up to nine adults. It also has another separate bathroom.
The upper cottage has two bedrooms, sleeping up to seven adults. Both cottages are otherwise identical, having a large living area,  traditional stone fireplace, flagstone flooring, high open ceilings with wooden beams, comfortable leather upholstered sofa seating and a dining area.

The fully fitted kitchen boasts all the appliances one would expect with electric hob and oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave oven, electric kettle and toaster. The bathroom has a separate electric shower, washbasin and toilet.

The cottages are set in a quiet rural area, where only the sounds of sheep can be heard occasionally. Magnificent views of the surrounding countryside, especially Lough Swilly are visible.
The beach and the town of Buncrana are less than 2km away.

Local Attractions and Activities:

Just some of the attractions nearby are.
The nearby North Western Golf Club which should please the golfing enthusiast. The village of Fahan with its yacht harbour, The ancient Grianan of Aileach stone ring fort at Burt, The old defensive fort at Dunree, now a museum, with its naval guns, The historical city of Derry, just a 20 minute drive away also has much to offer visitors.

The nearby town of Buncrana features:
indoor leisure centre and swimming pool
cinema and state of the art kids play area
wonderful sandy beaches
a selection of pubs and restaurants
9 and 18 hole golf courses
salmon and trout  fishing on the Crana River
car ferry service to Rathmullan June - September

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• Lower cottage. 3 bedrooms
• Upper cottage. 2 bedrooms
• main living area has open fireplace
• flag floors and dining area
• TV equipped with Sky reception
• fully fitted kitchen
• electric hob and oven, microwave
• fridge-freezer
• washing machine-dryer combined unit
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• vacuum cleaner
• high open ceilings with wooden beams
• magnificent views of Lough Swilly and surroundings
• patio area with patio furniture and barbeque
• Safe play area in front of cottages
• quiet and peaceful location
• ideal touring base
• ample parking
• less than 2km from beach and Buncrana town

Living Space

  Kitchen

The fully fitted kitchens include - electric hob, oven and microwave, freestanding fridge-freezer, washing machine and dryer combined unit, outside wash line, iron and ironing board, vacuum cleaner, high open ceilings with wooden beams, and even a traditional Belfast sink.

  Living Room

Spacious living areas. High wooden beamed ceilings, with the traditional stone fireplace providing a centre of focus. These holiday homes offer a warmth and charm that will win over any visitor, and have everything needed for rest and relaxation.

  Bedrooms

There are 3 bedrooms in the lower cottage, one, with a double and a single bed. The 2nd bedroom has 2 double beds, and the 3rd bedroom has 1 double bed.
The upper cottage has 2 bedrooms, with 2 double beds in the 1st bedroom, and 1 double bed and 1single bed in the 2nd bedroom.

  Dining Area

There are many appealing features inside the cottages, an obvious one being the cosy living areas with vaulted ceilings which enhances the overall spaciousness.
Bankhead Cottages are located in an established community where people are friendly and always willing to help. The picture-book scenery, visible from both the house and garden area, includes a view across Lough Swilly to the hills of the Fanad Peninsula.

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Booking Details

Non-refundable booking deposit of euro100 per week - with balance to be paid on arrival

What's Included

• bed linen
• towels

What's Not Included

• central heating - metered
• electricity - coin metered

Availability Key

Availability for Bankhead