Staying in 'The Cuddly Cow' allows you to wake up right next door to the Milking Parlour where you will have the unique opportunity to help milk the dairy herd! After the morning milking, you can then collect fresh farm milk from the dairy and enjoy the delicious taste of the creamy Donegal milk with your morning coffee. You will be guaranteed a very warm welcome by the Vaughan family when you choose to stay in 'The Cuddly Cow'!

Located on Campview Farm, 'The Cuddly Cow' is based in Ireland’s Oldest Town - Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal. The farm is close to local restaurants and Bundoran sea side resort. Campview Farm is a member of Failte Ireland Covid 19 Safety Charter where the health and well-being of our visitors is of the upmost priority. The Cuddly Cow has also received the “Failte Ireland Welcome Standard “. Every effort is made to ensure your accommodation is clean and hygienic. This unique farm stay is perfect for a holiday away whilst still enjoying all the comforts of home!

Situated on a working dairy farm, overlooking the beautiful Erne Estuary and Donegal Bay. You can book one of our Llama Walks or interactive Farm Tours during your stay and explore the Wild Atlantic Way while stepping in to a Farmer's wellies!

You can also book a Holistic Health Experience during your stay to feel the benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy and Green Care for a day

English lessons as foreign language lessons are also available on-site upon request.

(Extra)
Farm Tour €15 pp
Llama Walk €25 pp Adults.(Llama Trek children over 12yrs only €15 pp)
Holistic Health Experience €30 per day
English Lessons €25 per hour
Bird Watching -complimentary

Health/Beauty is available during a stay on Campview Farm ;additional cost required as per treatment selected. Booking in advance is essential.

A Boat trip on the Erne Estruary and sea fishing is available to book locally. The farm is located overlooking the scenic Erne Estruary, the most active area in Donegal Bay for wintering birds , which is also a Protected European Protected site. Guests have an opportunity to enjoy bird watching during a stay on the farm.

As a self-catering barn studio accommodation you'll find everything you need for a perfect farm getaway. The kitchen is fully kitted out with a fridge, a hob, a toaster, an electric cooker/ grill ,a microwave and a kettle. The accommodation is also wheel chair accessible and is open plan with two luxury double sofa beds and a single camp bed is available on request. In the en-suite bathroom you can enjoy a unique farm experience with our watering can shower!

Guests will be provided with bed linen and towels , guests are also welcome to bring a travel cot for younger children as applicable. The Cuddly Cow has two sofa beds which can be used as one large double bed or two single beds, one camp bed is also available upon request. The accommodation is most suitable for two adults or a family of two adults and two children

- Check-in at 3.00 pm
-Check-out at 11am
- Smoking Prohibited
- On-site Parking Facilities
- CCTV in Operation

-A Washing machine and tumble drier is available a short distance from the farm and directions can be given on request.

- Parties Not Allowed
- WIFI

If arriving by train to Sligo car hire can be arranged from Sligo to Campview Farm. We are located 30mins by car from Sligo. If arriving by bus to Ballyshannon a local link bus route can connect to Campview Farm. A local taxi service is also available from Ballyshannon.


Award Winner “Innovative Farm of the Year 2023’ Corporate Live Wire and Luxury Travel Guide (Innovation and Excellence)

Failte Ireland accommodations approved :-“Welcome Standard” Camping and Glamping.

Covid 19 Safety Charter Fáilte Ireland

Fáilte Ireland (2020) “Make a break for it”

Campview Farm nominee for “Farming for Nature Award 2019”