This charming cottage with its beautiful, light, and spacious interior is situated barely 15 steps from a safe and secluded beach. Modern conveniences and beautiful decor make this the perfect home-from-home. The Ocean can be seen from every window and water ebbs and flows around the house. The outside seating area next to the old original cow shed wall looks out over the beach and has a panoramic view of the magnificent Donegal coastline. Sightings of seals and an array of bird life are common events. This is perhaps the most peaceful and stunning location you'll ever find.
With magnificent panoramic views over Traighenna Bay, it is the ideal spot to sit and relax on the outside terrace which sits located within the original walls of the old cowshed, watching the sunset. Or you can take a stroll down the little path leading from the garden to the safe and secluded Beach where seals and a variety of bird life can be seen daily. This really is the perfect location for peace, nature and tranquillity.
A beautifully restored old Irish Cottage - which has always been known as Susan’s House. Staying at Susan’s Beach House, you'll find you won't always need to go outside to enjoy the sea views, as the holiday home is designed for you to make the most of the coast from the inside too with its large open-plan kitchen dining and living spaces featuring patio doors and windows all perfectly positioned to welcome in as much light as possible.
This stunning holiday home sleeps up to six people. All the rooms have been lovingly renovated to ensure the original character and charm resonates throughout while adding modern comforts. All you have to do is relax and enjoy its very stylish interior with coastal-themed artefacts and soft, comfortable furnishings.
Patio doors open out onto the furnished decking, where you'll find all you need for a relaxing evening meal set against the soothing soundscape of gentle waves as the evening sunsets over the coastline.
Back inside in the living area, you'll find a comfortable sofa and an open fire, perfect for relaxing looking out over the ocean.. There's a TV and DVD player for an occasionally different view. Prepare your catch of the day in the well-equipped kitchen, with its electric oven and ceramic hob. There is also a dishwasher to help save on time.
Dungloe is the main town in the area and is situated 14km from Susan's Beach House. The town takes its name from the stepping stones that crossed the river before the bridge was built in the 19th century.
The town's English name, Dungloe, is derived from 'Dún gCloiche', meaning 'fort of stone' which refers to a fort 8km northwest of the town where a market was held until the 18th century.
Dungloe is a popular shopping centre for the people of the Rosses and is home to the famous 'Mary from Dungloe' contest which celebrates the song of the same name and is very popular with summer visitors.
There is an abundance of activities here for the outdoor type; the ancient ruins of St. Crone's Church at Tearmon, the fishing villages of Burtonport and Bunbeg, a boat trip to Arranmore or Tory Islands, Glenveagh National Park among the Derryveagh Mountains, fishing (salmon, brown trout, sea trout) in the various rivers and lakes of the Rosses.
The golf enthusiast also has a choice of courses in the area, including Cruit Island 28km, Gweedore (35km) and Portnoo (17km), as well as pitch and putt and tennis in Dungloe.
Donegal Airport is only 27km from the cottage. Flights to and from Dublin are on a daily schedule with a less frequent service to Glasgow. Car rental companies operate at the airport
The holiday home has a large bright kitchen with an adjacent dining area. There is a wood floor in this beautiful part of the holiday home. Appliances in the stylish fitted kitchen include electric oven and halogen hobs, fridge with freezer and dishwasher.
An outside shed houses a washing machine with integrated tumble dryer
The main living room is tastefully furnished and decorated. It enjoys lovely sea views and has an open fireplace. For home entertainment, there is a flat-screen tv and DVD player. The living room opens out to the wonderful kitchen and dining area via concertina-style wood shutter doors
2 Bedrooms to sleep 4
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms - each with their individual style. The main bedroom has a king-sized bed and enjoys lovely coastal views. The second bedroom has 2 single beds with amazing views of the ocean.
Adjacent to the bedrooms is a spacious shower room and toilet.
To the rear of the property there is a charming deck area with outdoor furniture and wonderful sea views - set within the walls of an old outbuilding.
Season |
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June - Sept | € stg£1350 |
April, May, Oct | € stg£1200 |
Nov - March | € stg£850 |
3-night stay | € stg£600 |
2-night stay | € stg£450 |
All above prices in stg£ | € |
Festive/Easter | € Please enquire |
Booking deposit (non-refundable) of £200 per booking - with balance to be paid eight weeks prior to the letting period
- Check-in 3pm, check out 10am
- Sat-Sat rental only during high season
- short stays available during mid and low season
Cancellation policy:
For cancellations occurring at least 8 weeks (56 days) before check-in, a full refund will be given excluding the booking deposit. If cancellations occur after 8 weeks prior to check in no refund is given.
- damage deposit - £200, to be given paid prior to stay and refunded on departure.
- rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement
High Season: July/Aug/Easter
Mid Season: Mar/Apr/May/Jun/Sep/Oct
Low Season: Jan/Feb/Nov/Dec (except Christmas/New Year)
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Contact: Natasha Verified Owner
property listed here since 2024
Telephone:+44 7715 103398
Sat Nav:Latitude: 54.8795
Longitude: -8.3622
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