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Big Hill Cottage

(Ref. 1068419)

Stranaclea near Buncrana, County Donegal Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

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

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6 Customer Reviews

  • "Cottage is beautiful, exactly like show in the picture, very cosy and warm, the wood burner stove is very efficient, it can warm up all room."

    You have a plenty of wood in the shed to burn with no additional cost, mattress in the main room is to soft, anyway it's personal opinion, the price is very good for what you get, I would back for sure.

    Reviewed by IsraelOct 2023

  • "We had a very enjoyable 4-night stay at Big Hill Cottage."

    The quiet setting and rustic charm of the cottage and property was exactly what we were looking for for our visit.

    Reviewed by KeithOct 2023

  • "We stayed here for 2 nights on the Bank Holiday weekend, 2 adults and 2 kids."

    Although the weather was awful the cottage did not disappoint. If you are looking for some peace and quiet, you will definitely find it here. We will definitely be returning

    Reviewed by AgnesAug 2023

  • "Very quiet and pleasant place."

    We love it

    Reviewed by GaelleMay 2023

  • "A lovely place and helpful owner."

    Characterful and cosy with tasteful furniture and outstanding views. It is well equipped (although a coffee maker of some kind would be a welcome addition). Although a Google reference was provided we initially had problems finding the cottage, which is quite remote! Verbal instructions might also be helpful. The peaceful setting is wonderful. Just the house martins and some rather vocal local dogs to listen to.

    Reviewed by KathrynAug 2022

  • "Our host, Sinead, provided us a complete list of helpful tips and restaurants for our stay in the area."

    The Cottage was well-appointed, peaceful and removed from the hectic pace of daily living. The views down the valley were visually rewarding with summer sunsets that lingered each evening. Traveling the Ferry over to Rathmullan then driving up to Fanad Head gave us dramatic seascapes at every turn all the way to Sheephaven Bay (not to be missed). Thank you for a fine time, Jerry and Tim

    Reviewed by JerryJul 2021

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Summary

  • All ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with open fire, 1 x small double
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open plan kitchen with dining and sitting area with sofa bed and woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating with woodburning stove and open fire in each bedroom
  • Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Gravel area with green fields surrounding property
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 1.8 miles, pub 3.1 miles Note: Water in cottage is not drinkable, bottled water is supplied form the owner
  • Please note: This property does not allow any stag, hen or similar parties of any type as it is in a residential area, If there is any disruption to neighbours caused by parties you may be asked to leave

The property

Buncrana 4.9 miles.

Resting in the countryside village of Stranaclea, near the coastal town of Buncrana, is this detached cottage, Big Hill Cottage.

Set over a single storey and sleeping up to four guests, Big Hill Cottage is a rustic and romantic setting for your next County Donegal adventure, within easy reach of Londonderry and Letterkenny.

A long driveway invites you to the property with parking and lots of grass land surrounding the rustic white cottage, before you enter into the kitchen/diner where traditional beams remain in place and a woodburning stove offers a sense of comfort, so decided who the dedicated chef will be and gather round the dining room table to enjoy a home-cooked meal.

Continued to be charmed by the two character bedrooms, one double with an open fire and ample storage to unpack your belongings and one small double to escape to when the evening draws to a close, along with a revamped shower room.

Big Hill is the ideal hub for walking, with forest routes straight from the doorstep, as well as a short drive to Buncrana which is one of is one of Ireland’s most beautiful coastal destinations and it offers a wide variety of activities and attractions, and with a rich passion for the Arts it is renowned for its artistic heritage so there are many art studios and traditional craft workshops to visit where you can pick up a piece of local design and craftsmanship as a reminder of your Irish holiday, as well as shops, restaurants, pubs, bars, gardens and a golf course.

The fantastic beaches, including Lisfannon beach, are scattered along the coastline which make great days out for families and watersports enthusiasts, with many water-based sports on offer, or if you fancy exploring further afield, take the trip to the Doagh Famine Village and Visitor Centre where you can dive into traditional living and explore some of Ireland’s earliest dwellings, including sod and turf houses, and even sample some of the local food and herbal remedies from ancient times.

For a cultural trip to County Donegal, choose Big Hill Cottage.

About the location

BUNCRANA, COUNTY DONEGAL

Londonderry 16 miles; Letterkenny 25 miles.

With its sandy beaches and unspoilt scenery, Buncrana is one of Ireland’s most beautiful coastal destinations. The town offers a wide variety of activities and attractions, and with a rich passion for the Arts, and being renowned for its vibrant, artistic heritage, there are many art studios and traditional craft workshops to visit where you can pick up a piece of local design and craftsmanship as a reminder of your Irish holiday. The fantastic beaches scattered along the coastline are big attractions for families and they also cater for watersports enthusiasts with many water-based sports on offer. If you fancy exploring further afield, make the trip to the Doagh Visitor Centre where you can dive into traditional living and explore some of Ireland’s earliest dwellings, including sod and turf houses, and even sample some of the local food and herbal remedies from ancient times! Alternatively, travel to Glenveagh National Park where you'll be met with 16,000 acres of stunning scenery and great walking opportunities.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas