The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.

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A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. A kitchen is visible in the background.
A bed with white and purple bedding, a green headboard, and a landscape painting on the wall.
A kitchen with blue cabinets, a wooden countertop, a black refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.
A white building with a stone wall and a wooden picnic table in front.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Ardara, Donegal
  • Place, Ardara Heritage Centre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ardara Fort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluestack Mountains
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Glenties

Located in Glenties, this cottage is in a rural area. Ardara Heritage Centre and St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ardara Fort and Glengesh Pass. Sandfield Pitch and Putt Course and Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Visitor Centre are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Ardara, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Ardara Heritage Centre - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Ardara Fort - 15 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bluestack Mountains - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Assaranca Falls - 20 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nancy's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Courthouse Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corner House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thatch Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Green House Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$1,526, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bluestack Mountains and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ardara Heritage Centre and Tamur Lough. Ardara Fort and Owenea Bridge Standing Stone are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed a serene and very comfortable stay at The Hidden Cottage. It is perfectly located close to many sites along the Wild Atlantic Way, along with easy access to Ardara for all it has to offer. This fully restored Irish byre felt luxurious and gave us a truly authentic northern experience, sheep included! We highly recommend The Hidden Cottage as a place to stay while exploring County Donegal.We did struggle with Google Maps directions to this location though, so we were very grateful for the alternative directions provided which helped us to find it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Comfortable. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this property! It is the perfect combination of a traditional home with all of the modern updates. We appreciated the details of the local art in the home as well as the full set of beautiful ceramic plates and bowls. The detail of the wooden door handles was especially fun :)We had some wonderful meals on the outdoor dining table with a view of sheep roaming the hills behind us.We were traveling with four adults and a baby and there was plenty of space in the living room and dining room for everyone to spread out and be comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Artistic Cottage in Ardara

The minute we walked into this cottage we knew we had chosen the right place for our extended family meet-up in Ireland. Beautifully decorated with lovely fabrics and furniture. The kitchen has upscale appliances and it too, is artful in its presentation. The bathroom is lovely too. One of the best parts is that it's at the end a narrow rural road, with just another cottage. The view is spectacular with rolling hills, sheep and rock walls. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and we're already dreaming of coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The peace of Donegal

We arrived after spending a week in Belfast - brilliant place butpacked and full of the bustle of the city. Donegal was the polar opposite. The house is in the most beautiful spot imaginable- you couldn’t tire of that view in a hundred lifetimes and I even saw the sun come up a couple of mornings. Loads to do in the area but equally perfect for sitting back and soaking up the absolute, hear a pin drop quiet. Idyllic. House was beautifully and stylishly equipped and extremely comfortable. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
What a lovely review. Thank you so much! It really means a lot to hear you enjoyed Glendoan as much as we do.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quiet cottage

The cottage is quite isolated, so it is perfect if you want to do on-line work while on holiday. It is also very good for. sleeping in. It is not so good if you want close-by walks and hikes: car-journeys down the track will be essential for that. The property was a little cold for July, but the owner did kindly boost the heating upon request. The shower and the kitchen are in good order. Possible enhancements, which are not intended to be carping: • It would have been nice to have had some wood, or coal, to light and heat the fire). • A chair (or two) suitable for reading would have been an added bonus. • A slightly bigger TV screen would be good for those of who watch sports or Netflix, and who are growing older! • Better utility in the utility room, and a heating./airing facility for drying that actually works would be good. • The suggested garbage disposal arrangements, which we followed, do involve a journey of some miles to the relevant Texaco, and charges--that should be made explicitly clear.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay - great location & beautiful house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2026
It doesn’t look like I can amend. I am so sorry!!😔
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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