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Brow O' The Hill

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4.4

Sykes rating

  • 7 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher

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24 Customer Reviews

  • "The cottage was spacious and functional, but as other reviewers have said somewhat dated."

    Housekeeper was very helpful and the cottage was clean and tidy. We agree with the previous reviewer that the WiFi barely works. It is provided by a portable Vodafone hotspot that was slow during the day and didn’t work at all in the evenings (presumably when the network was busy).

    Reviewed by Nicholas4.4Aug 2024

  • "Upon arrival it was clear the property needed some tlc, and inside too."

    Its a very spacious house, lovely big kitchen and dining. Pros: Big enough for a large family The most helpful cleaner/caretaker Location is fantastic Cons: Very dated, the oven was thankfully replaced on our stay and shower heads also. Wifi, very poor, it never worked for us in the sitting room so we plugged out the vodafone dongle. The curtains let in so much light that we doubled up using the kitchen pair

    Reviewed by Tanya3.4Jun 2024

  • "Beautiful accommodation spotless clean an short drive are walk into town plenty ..."

    Beautiful accommodation spotless clean an short drive are walk into town plenty of space for ur dog to run about quite location an only fault would be showers could do with up date especially 1 in bathroom either to hot are to cold to stand in but apart from that everything you need is there plenty of space inside to could maybe do with larger television but we had a lovely stay an if going back to donegal I'd definitely book briw of the hill again PSlook for old bike at bottom of lane easy marker to find location as sat nav took us to neighbours house my owner could ad this to the directions on the booking app thanks for letting us stay

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Jun 2024

  • "The most enjoyable time at this place …very peaceful and quiet…."

    Close enough to all shops and restaurants….beaches are stunning…thankyou

    Thanks you for kind comments so pleased you enjoyed your visit Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mary5.0May 2024

  • "We enjoyed our stay."

    It was warm and cozy. Beautiful location.

    Reviewed by Orla4.7Nov 2023

  • "The owner should spend a week at this property to be able to appreciate what is required to raise it to even 4 stars."

    From a lack of everyday kitchen utensils (eg basins,measuring jug, strainers) to unsafe toilet seat, trip hazard in bedroom doorway, no coat hooks in hallway, lack of extra layers for beds on cold nights, you need to stay here to realise what is missing. There was no internet access. I messaged the owner but got no response ! There was no information about the central heating and very little fuel for the open fire. Altogether, a less than cosy welcome. A welcome pack consisted of some cooking oil and sugar, not even salt in the salt pot or a few essentials to start your stay with.

    Reviewed by Robert2.8Sep 2023

  • "Being the remote location wifi was too low."

    Owner should provide better service for network connectivity. brought my own dongle but it was not much of use. Mobile reception was also low so you can't connect using hotspot as well. Rest everything was great.

    Reviewed by Sonal4.1Aug 2023

  • "House was very well equipped and spotless."

    Previous reviews had mentioned lack of Wi-Fi and also shortage of good sized towels. Both were there when we arrived so the owner obviously took the comments on board! Perfect location for touring. Recommended.

    Reviewed by Helena5.0Jun 2023

  • "Stayed in this lovely bungalow for 1 week in May."

    Very spacious but sadly lacking in character - desperately needs updating. 4 adults in our group - only 4 seats in lounge - unsure how 7 would cope. Ample crockery etc but desperately needs more cooking equipment as we tended to eat in. Grateful for dish wash tabs & cloths etc supplied. Heating was not adequate for my elderly in law - especially in the mornings. Would really benefit from wi fi too. More adequate tv reception required - free sat maybe - as tv signal poor. Perfectly based for visiting this beautiful area of Ireland and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

    Reviewed by Melanie4.7May 2023

  • "Spacious accommodation which is in need of updating but that may be reflected in the price."

    Large secure garden which out pet enjoyed. Good location nice view and very peaceful No wi fi which was disappointing. Heating controls locked away so not able to adjust as needed. However the lady who is the caretaker was very helpful and juggled the controls to give us a little more warmth. Just watch out for electrics as the system trips out if certain electrical appliances are used at once. We got use to everything and generally had a pleasant week

    Reviewed by Rowena3.8Apr 2023

  • "Generally a good place, bit hard to find,but if you turn right at 3 concrete bollards in the final road, then its up the hill on the right,so straight forward,a few problems of a minor nature though take a large towel for showering as mentioned by others!"

    as the one provided are small, another one was the heating controls were locked last week was cold, and my elderly mother had difficulty remaining warm as a result,the owner suggested using the open fire but if you haven't done this before or don't like fumes it may not suit to do this other than that fine.

    Reviewed by Dan3.4Apr 2023

  • "Had a little difficulty finding the property - maybe a small sign could be put up at the roadside to indicate the way?"

    The property itself was adequately equipped and suited our needs. Had an issue with a couple of things, but they were dealt with very quickly and efficiently. Would recommend taking your own bath towels as the ones provided were suitable for small children and leprechauns, but not for average sized adults :-) Overall, a very nice base to enjoy our break.

    Reviewed by Marie3.8Oct 2022

  • "Great accommodation, very comfortable and a lovely quiet location."

    Would be a great benefit if their was WFI.

    Reviewed by Damian4.7Sep 2022

  • "We stayed in this home and although we enjoyed the surrounding areas within Donegal the house was in desperate need of modernisation."

    Lack of information regarding how to operate heating or water and TV

    Reviewed by Tanya2.8Aug 2022

  • "In general very satisfied with the property and location, however the lack of WiFi/Broadband was a negative especially for the children and also the DVD player didn't work when we tried it."

    The handle on the cistern in the bathroom was loose which made flushing difficult but a simple tightening of the handle fixed this. We had our dog with us which worked out fine and we made sure to clean after her but other local dogs were around the garden every day and we had to clean up after them too.

    Reviewed by Richard3.8Jul 2022

  • "Great place."

    We had a brilliant time.

    Reviewed by Brigitte4.7Jul 2022

  • "Lovely cottage in a nice area"

    Reviewed by John Peter4.7Jun 2022

  • "Perfect for anyone wishing to explore donegal beautiful setting and very peaceful"

    Reviewed by John5.0Jun 2022

  • "We had a lovely holiday at this location."

    The bungalow was lovely and quiet location. And a great base for touring lovely Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0May 2022

  • "We had a wonderful holiday in Brow o the Hill."

    The facilities were very good. We did miss Wi-Fi. It was very quiet and that helped us all have a good sleep.

    Reviewed by Ellen4.7May 2022

  • "Great location and perfect for our needs."

    Thank you for a most enjoyable stay. Looking forward to returning.

    Reviewed by Aisling5.0Jun 2021

  • "Very clean, comfortable home from home."

    We had a great holiday.

    Reviewed by Karen4.7Aug 2020

  • "Just back from a great week, house was perfect for our family we have four kids 12years and under."

    Felt very homely and was very well equipped. House and surrounding areas have great views and the area had some nice walks too, the town is only about a 15min walk. WiFi would of been nice but definitely not a deal breaker in returning in the future. Lots to do near by and I would definitely recommend a trip or two to Rosnowlagh beach only 9 mins drive from the house it's a huge sandy beach with great waves, our kids loved body boarding there. Would definitely book again :)

    Reviewed by Karen4.7Aug 2020

  • "House was really clean and everything we needed dor our stay was provided."

    Lovely location.

    Reviewed by Frances5.0Jul 2020

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Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 2 x double, 1 x single with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with open fire
  • Oil fired central heating and open fire
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and a selection of books
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Lawned areas to the front and rear
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1.1 miles
  • Note: Check in time is 5pm onwards and check out is by 11am.

The property

A delightful detached bungalow sitting peacefully on the outskirts of Ballyshannon, Brow O' The Hill is the ultimate escape for a holiday with friends and family when looking to explore this scenic spot of County Donegal; a traditional Irish cottage boasting views of the Atlantic, there's no better holiday home for a scenic escape.

Step inside your white-washed cottage and gather together in the sitting room around the warmth of the open fire, sure to bring a homely aura to the room in the winter months, this room is a wonderfully bright and airy spot from which to create everlasting memories with your loved ones.

Take a book from the bookshelf and head into the kitchen/diner, with a table at end, you can choose which spot to settle down in and delve in, as the aromas of a homemade meal fill the room as the chef gets to work in the amply-equipped kitchen space.

Dine alfresco in the summer months in your own private garden, with lawned areas to the front and rear of the property, there's plenty of space for your little ones and your canine companion to play.

You can find four beautiful bedrooms to choose from to rest your head at the end of each day, taking your pick from, including a master king-size, two doubles and a single benefiting from its own en-suite shower room, this cottage caters to a variety of group needs, with each room benefiting from a simple yet stylish interior.

Begin your day with a refreshing shower in the bathroom, before taking a wander around the local area of Ballyshannon; sitting amongst the River Erne, you can expect to find plenty of scenic wonders all around you along with a wonderful selection of shops, restaurants and pubs to cater to all your culinary desires.

Visit the annual Ballyshannon Folk & Traditional Music Festival if you're holidaying in the summer months, presenting wonderful music and a vibrant atmosphere, it's well-worth attending!

Head to Bundoran for wonderful trout and salmon fishing opportunities and a bustling surf scene, the perfect spot for the avid adventurer, or simply soak in the scenery of the dramatic cliffs of Slieve League for luscious landscapes like no other.

In easy reach of Sligo and Donegal too with their own wonders and family-friendly attractions, Brow O' The Hill is the perfect place to call home whilst exploring County Donegal.

About the location

BALLYSHANNON, COUNTY DONEGAL

Bundoran 4 miles; Belleek 4.5 miles; Kinlough 6 miles; Donegal Town 14 miles.

Ballyshannon, which means ‘The Mouth of Seannach's Ford’, is located at the mouth of the River Erne and home to a range of shops, restaurants and pubs. It looks out over the Erne Estuary and has panoramic views of mountains, lakes and forests. Each year, the town holds the Ballyshannon Folk & Traditional Music Festival, one of Ireland's longest running festivals, attracting people from all over. Next to the town is Assaroe Lake, where you can try your hand at fishing or if you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, some watersports! A short drive away, the Bundoran Golf Club is an 18-hole course situated on the coastline of Donegal Bay with views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Dartry Mountains. Visit Donegal Town and at its centre, Donegal Castle, or when the weather is fine, make a trip to the Blue Flag beach at Rossnowlagh; its long, sandy beach is perfect for walking along and the surf is perfect for sailing and beginner surfers.

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