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Pier Cottage Rockmount - Portsalon

Pier Cottage is a beautiful holiday home that can accommodate up to  8 people in both style and comfort. Its elevated position above the charming village of  Portsalon provides it with truly breathtaking views - from the front rooms of the cottage the panoramic view takes in Ballymastoker Bay, Lough Swilly, the hills of Knockalla and Inishowen and Portsalon's fabulous golf course and blue flag beach.

Portsalon Blue Flag Beach

From the front door of the cottage it takes less than 5 minutes walk to reach the wonderful blue flag beach. Another 5 minutes walk bring you to the entrance to the golf links. Portsalon Golf Club has been extensively redesigned in the last few years and is now one of the finest links courses in Donegal.

Local Activities and Attractions

The heart of Portsalon village is the pier area. Here you will find two establishments that will make your holiday stay an enjoyable one - Sarah's Restaurant and The Stores Bar. Both these are family friendly and kayaks and pedal boats can be hired from The Stores.
Fising from the pier is also a popular activity.

Less than 2 km from the cottage are the superb Ballydaheen Gardens. These Japanese and English style gardens slope all the way down to the shores of Lough Swilly. The gardens meet the shore at the famous 7 Arches - these are a series of seven interconnecting sea caves have been excavated by the action of waves on ancient limestone rock.

Fanad Lighthouse

A further 5 km along the scenic coast road is the tip of the Fanad Peninsula -Fanad Head. Here Lough Swilly meets the wild Atlantic - watched over by the impressive Fanad Lighthouse.

Moving south from Portsalon a 25 minute drive along the spectacular Knockalla Coast Road brings you to the seaside resort of Rathmullan. Here you will find a number of fine restaurants and lively pubs. At the pier a  summertime car ferry links Rathmullan and Buncrana -  which brings the majestic Inishowen Peninsula within easier reach of the holiday home.

Excellent Golf Courses

There are a number of excellent golf courses within an hours drive of the cottage. There are two superb links courses at Rosapenna near Downings. There are also good courses at Dunfanaghy and Letterkenny. Within an hour and half's drive there are the renowned courses at Murvagh and at Ballyliffen.

Other leisure activities nearby include fishing, horse riding, water sports and scenic drives. Letterkenny, 30 mins drive, offers good shopping, pubs & restaurants, theatre, cinema and museums.

So for a holiday experience where a fantastic beach, a superb golf course and beautiful scenery are all on your doorstep, look no further than this wonderful holiday home in the lovely village of Portsalon.

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 4 bedrooms to sleep 8
• 1 double bedroom with en-suite shower - ground floor
• 1 double bedroom - ground floor - sea views
• 1 double bedroom with en-suite shower - first floor - sea views
• 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - first floor - sea views
• all bedrooms are carpeted
• separate bathroom on ground floor
• bright open plan living area has wonderful views
• living area features
• a spacious gallery
• fireplace with gas stove
• dining table with 8 chairs
• tv, video, dvd, stereo - selection of video, dvds and books
• sunroom with stunning views
• fully fitted kitchen
• electric hob and oven
• microwave, fridge, dishwasher
• washing machine/ dryer
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• highchair available
• bed linen, towels provided free (not beach towels)
• oil fired central heating included
• patio area with patio furniture
• Additional tvs and dvd players in 2 bedrooms
• Radios in all bedrooms
• BBQ
• Stairgate
• 2 Hairdryers
• pets welcome
• wifi
• 10 minute walk to Portsalon Golf Club
• Quiet and peaceful location
• Ample parking

Living Space

  Kitchen

  Living Room

  Bedrooms

  Sunroom

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro200 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

• Booking form

What's Included

• linen
• electricity
• central heating
• towels
• wifi

What's Not Included

• beach towels

Availability Key

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