Windyhaw - Inch Island, Inch Island

4 Bedrooms :: Sleeps 8

Windyhaw - Inch Island


Sea ViewsFree Wi-FiPets AllowedOpen FireCot & Highchair

Newly renovated, cosy 4-bedroom bungalow situated in Inch Island. Sit back and relax in the living area and soak up the beautiful views of Lough Swilly and Inch Castle in front of an open fire. The kitchen area is spacious and also contains a stove fire and a large round table. The house has 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and accommodates 8 guests. Travel cot is available upon request.

Explore Inch Island

Explore Inch Island wildfowl reservation which features an 8km loop walk, perfect for walking cycling, bird enthusiasts and the whole family. A short 5-minute stroll from Windyhaw will lead you to the closest beach, which is ideal for walking and swimming.

A Tranquil Base For Exploring Inishowen and Derry City

Inch Island itself is a small island lying just off the Donegal coast at Burt at the start of the Inishowen peninsula . It is connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway. It is a quiet place with beautiful and diverse scenery - from the fertile lands on the eastern side  to the rugged hills and sheltered coves on the western side.  

Inch Castle

It has a small working fishing harbour, a Napoleonic era fort built into the cliffs and the ruins of an old castle which is located close to the holiday home. The castle was once the property of the O'Doherty Clan of Inishowen. The castle is built on a cliff edge overlooking the Swilly and dates from about the mid 15th century and although it is mostly ruins there are parts of it still in good repair.

A Birdwatcher's Paradise

Inch Island is also a birdwatcher's paradise. It has a designated wildfowl sanctuary and has large manmade lake filled with swans, geese and many other species of bird. Three species, Whooper Swan, Greenland White-fronted Goose and Greylag Goose, occur in numbers of international importance. This is the area where the swans make their Irish landfall in autumn on their return from breeding grounds in Iceland and there are some excellent vantage points from which to view these majestic birds. 

The holiday home is an ideal base for a relaxing getaway and yet it just a 15 minute drive from the centre of the historic walled city of Derry. It is just 5 minutes drive from the quaint village of Fahan which has a large marina and a fine sandy beach. A further 5 minutes is the large coastal town of Buncrana – the main town on the beautiful Inishowen peninsula. 

Local Attractions and Amenities

  • Visit the ancient walled City of Derry on the banks of the Foyle
  • Enjoy bird watching at the Inch Wild Fowl Reserve
  • Enjoy some of the fine sandy beaches and coves in and around Inch Island and nearby Fahan village 
  • Visit An Grianan of Aileach. This is a 5000-year-old neolithic stone fort located on a hilltop at nearby Burt, with commanding views of loughs Foyle and Swilly.
  • Take a day trip to the majestic Glenveagh National Park (58km) in the Donegal Highlands
  • Explore the northern coast of Northern Ireland. The Giants Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Dunluce Castle are just some of the top attractions in this area.
  • Try a sailing course at the nearby Lough Swilly Yacht Club in Fahan (summer months)
  • Visit the Fort and Military Museum at Dunree (22km) 
  • Visit the newly renovated Isle of Doagh Famine Village near Ballyliffin (35km) This wonderful attraction depicts life in Donegal at different stages throughout history in an informative and enjoyable tour
  • Take a trip around the famous Inishowen 100. This is one of Ireland's most scenic drives. The route includes dramatic coastal scenery plus a fine collection of ancient forts and monuments, traditional craft centres, and a dozen or so friendly villages. Scenic highlights include the Gap of Mamore, and Malin Head - Ireland's most northerly point
  • Use the Lough Swilly ferry service at Buncrana to explore the neighbouring Fanad Peninsula
  • Visit the Inishowen Maritime Museum in Greencastle, which includes a state-of-the-art planetarium
  • Go walking on the many coastal pathways, woodland, and hills on the Inishowen Peninsula
  • Go fishing on the Crana River or at the Pollan / Fullerton Dam

Facilities & Living Space


Facilities

  • 4 Bedrooms to sleep 8
  • Bedroom 1: double bed
  • Bedroom 2: double bed
  • Bedroom 3: bunk beds
  • Bedroom 4: two single beds
  • Bathroom 1: toilet, shower and bathtub
  • Bathroom 2: toilet and washbasin
  • Living room with seaviews, smart TV, Open fireplace
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Cooker, Fridge Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Separate utility room with washing machine, storage and sink
  • Patio area with outdoor furniture and BBQ
  • Large enclosed garden
  • Close to beach at Mill Bay
  • Inch Castle is close by
  • 15 min drive to Historic Walled City of Derry
  • 10 Min drive to Buncrana
  • 8 min drive to Northwest Golf Club at Lisfannon
  • Pets welcome
  • Free wifi


Living Space


Kitchen  Kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen

Cooker, Fridge Freezer

Microwave, Washing Machine

Iron and ironing board

Separate utility room with washing machine, storage and sink

Dining Area  Dining Area

Dining area of Windyhaw

Bedrooms  Bedrooms

Windhaw has 4 bedrooms to sleep 8

Bedroom 1: double bed 

Bedroom 2: double bed

Bedroom 3: bunk beds

Bedroom 4: two single beds

Bathroom  Bathroom

Bathroom 1: toilet, shower and bathtub

Bathroom 2: toilet and washbasin


Tariff



Season

Tariff

Hig Season

€ 1300

Mid Season

€ 1200

Low Season

€ 1000

Weekend (3 nights)

€ 600



Booking Details

Booking Deposit €200 - with the balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

- Check-in 3pm, check out 10.30am
- Sat-Sat rental only during high season
- Weekends available during mid and low season

High Season: July/Aug/Easter
Mid Season: Mar/Apr/May/Jun/Sep/Oct
Low Season: Jan/Feb/Nov/Dec (except Christmas/New Year)

This owner accepts PayPal

PayPal Accepted

What's Included

  • Bed linen and towels
  • Central Heating
  • Electricity
  • Cot and highchair on request
  • Free Wifi
  • BBQ

Contact the owner

Contact: Grainne
Verified OwnerVerified Owner

property listed here since 2024
Telephone:+353 83 3601212
 
Sat Nav:Latitude: 55.0518
 Longitude: -7.4901

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