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Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views

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Living room
Living room
Living room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Fanad Head
  • Place, Portsalon Beach
  • Place, Marble Hill Strand
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views

The cottage is in a peaceful rural setting of unspoilt countryside and is convenient to several deserted sandy beaches on the Atlantic coast. The cottage sits on an elevated site with panoramic views of mountains and farmland with cows and sheep grazing. Our 30 acres of land that surround the cottage is uncultivated with whin bushes, rocks and bogland which makes it unsuitable for children. White Bed linen, white towels, oil fired central heating and fuel for open fire are supplied without charge. Electricity is metered (2 euro coins).
We have two independent houses in the countryside each with private laneway and patio: see advert 388533 to view the other house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 10:00 AM
Check out before 4:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Fanad, County Donegal

What's nearby

  • Sandy Hills Golf Course - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Portsalon Golf Club - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Portsalon Beach - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Marble Hill Strand - 27 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Ards Forest Park - 34 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caifé Na Sraide - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Singing Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Narrow Quarter - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Óstán Charraig Airt - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Cashelmore Cottage - mountain/countryside views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Carrigart Riding Stables, Sandy Hills Golf Course and Carrigart Beach. Fanad and Fanad Head are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monika C.

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

Very nice and quiet place

Margret and Michael are a very nice couple who welcomed us very friendly. We really enjoyed our Stay in the Little house and fanad Island is a very nice place for outdoor activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John V.

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

Pure Ireland

The location and the house fully met our expectations: in nature, beautiful views, ideal base for car and bike rides and tranquillity! The house was super clean and equipped with all basic comforts. Spacious parking. The environment is enchantingly beautiful. Definitely a place to go back to. Margaret spoiled us with local products and when saying goodbye after a stay of more than 5 weeks a few beautiful wine glasses. Superhost.
Stayed 35 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Donegal Cottage

Margaret and her daughter Grainne are delightful hosts! Their cottage is spotless and peaceful. A short drive to so many wonderful places to visit on the peninsula and beyond. We enjoyed sitting by the fire after a day of hiking and exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Had a great week.

Only possible downside is that it could be a bit closer to town. Of course, that has advantages too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Had a great week. Lots of sites to visit nearby.

Only possible downside is that it could be located a bit closer to town.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Lovely stay in Donegal cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our month in Margaret's cottage. We were made very welcome and we loved the surrounding area with lovely walks and spectacular beaches. aand spec beaches and and spec
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Peter R.

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

Super Donegal

Sehr schön, Wetter besser als gemeldet. Sehr nette Vermieter. Alles bestens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anton S.

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

Prachtige locatie. Moet wel in bezit van auto zijn. Vriendelijke verhuurders.

Voor een verblijf in Donegal een prachtige plek, schoon, gastvrij en in een mooie omgeving. Niet super luxe maar dat wordt door de rest ruimschoots gecompenseerd.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madlaina F.

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

Wonderful!

Margaret and Michael are great hosts! A very quiet, clean and peaceful place. We enjoyed our stay there! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Brilliant holiday

Margaret and Michael are lovely. We had a lovely holiday and the cottage was what we wanted and is well located to beaches, drives and towns. Will be returning!!

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn J.

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

Best Hosts ever!

We chose this cute cottage because of previous reviews and they were spot on. Margaret and Michael were delightful hosts with great knowledge of the regional attractions and history. The cottage has all amenities you will need for your Northwestern Ireland vacation. Enjoy quiet nights by a lovely fire after your days activities. Sheep and cows will provide quiet restful morning views. We went to Fanad to attend a music festival in Dunfanaghy and got a lesson in driving on narrow country roads. Be prepared! The area has lovely beaches, awesome mountains and the friendliest people we’ve ever met. Returning to the lovely cottage in Fanad is on our bucket list
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roland H.

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

Fanad

Gut ausgestattetes Haus in schöner Umgebung. Sehr nette Vermieter
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Achim A.

Fanad - a pearl of Ireland

We have been to three different regions in Ireland so far and this was the nicest stay. The McElwee family are extremely friendly and nice people. Margaret and Michael lovingly looked after us. For questions they were always there as a contact person for us. We were supplied with vegetables, delicious jams and scones. A highlight were Michael's self-grown potatoes, which were much more intense flavor than the German. The occasional conversations with the McElwees were very interesting and informative for our upcoming ventures. You also learn something about life from the point of view of the locals. The house was extremely clean and very comfortable. Everything you need is there and you can take care of yourself. A Lidl was nearby in Milford. In the evening you could sit comfortably in front of the peat fire and plan the next day. The house was deliberately chosen by us, because here you live very quiet and a little secluded from the next larger village. Perfect for relaxing. In the morning we share the peace and the coffee with the cattle and sheep grazing in the surrounding pastures without traffic noise and tourists hordes :-). The central location, from which many sights of Donegal and Northern Ireland, from Slieve League to Belfast, can be reached within a day's trip. On and near the Fanad peninsula there are several headlands with beautiful cliff and sea views for hiking. Even beaches are very beautiful on Fanad. Actually, the weather does not play a decisive role. For almost any weather conditions, there are opportunities for things to do and destinations. We will definitely be back again in the next years. Keep up the good work. Your guest concept is 100%. Until then, we wish the family McElwee all the best. Roxanne, Iris u. Achim
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ludwig W., Langenfeld, Nordrhein Westfalen

great

Dear Margaret, dear Michael, Thank you for your great hospitality. We felt in your cottage very well. You have surprised us with your kindness again. We had a really enjoyable holiday and like to think back. For your future we wish you all the best and God's blessing. We will keep you in good remembrance. Conny & Ludwig from Dusseldorf
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annekathrin K.

Beautiful cottage in a great landscape!

The cottage is very beatiful and the hosts are really nice and helpful. Everything worked out all right!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PIERO L.

ottimo cottage

abitazione molto confortevole, pulita, e perfettamente accessoriata. Ottima collocazione per visitare il Donegal ed il nord dell’Irlanda. I proprietari dell’appartamento sono persone molto piacevoli e disponibili
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Tres Pasible

La propriété se situe dans un endroit très paisible. Elle est très agréable et très propre et possède une magnifique cheminée en état de fonctionnement . L'emplacement est idéal donnant sur la campagne avec de superbes plages à une courte distance en voiture.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martine T.

A wonderful Holiday

The Cottage is even nicer in real than on the Picture. We had wonderful landlords, very helpful . Michael brought us regularly vegetables and Turf for the fireplace and Margaret even thought of putting Irish Music on on and flowers in the living room when we arrived !The house was very clean and we had everything a holidaymaker could Need . We´ll certainly come back !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Best holidays in a long time!

It was already our third stay in Fanad/Donegal at one of Margaret and Michael's cottages. We love this very special, beautiful and unspoilt area of Ireland a lot and we are very fond of our hosts. Margaret and Michael are the kindest and friendliest people. They are helpful and make you feel welcome at arrival with a fire and lovely food. The cottage is cosy and clean and has all the comfort we needed. We hope to return to Fanad some time soon. Daniela R. (Switzerland)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Hosted by Margaret & Michael McElwee

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