Traditional thatched cottages on the seafront/beach on the Wild Atlantic Way
| People | 7 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,100 sq ft |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 3 nights |
Overview
Turf fire, quiet walks, deserted beaches, red sunsets, traditional music.
Your traditional thatched cottage is part of a development of ten self catering thatched cottages nestled snugly into the Donegal rockscape, commanding panoramic views of sea, mountain and off-shore islands. Even if the calendar shows that the listed cottage is already booked, another cottage on the same site may still be available, so it is best to check with us. This year turn the clock back. Discover the magic of sleeping under a real thatch roof. Waken to the warbling of the lark. Taste the salt spray on the sea breeze. Listen to the roar of the Atlantic breakers as you experience at first hand the Wild Atlantic Way. Forget about the outside world as you gather with your loved ones around a blazing turf fire. Walk our winding roads. Marvel at God's wonderful creation. Pick a bunch of wild flowers and present them to a loved one. Go for a 'hole in one' at the stunning 6th hole on our local golf links. Test your skill at kite flying. Try out the excellent fishing. Enjoy the 'craic' in Leo's Tavern and savour the music of your ancestors. Take a trip to Tory Island, the last outpost of Gaelic civilisation. Return home refreshed in mind, soul and body. Spacious accommodation for a maximum of 7 persons. We regret, no pets.
Golf: Cruit Island golf links is located on Cruit Island just down the road from the cottage. Although it is only a nine-hole course it has got many rave reviews in golfing magazines and is widely regarded as one of the very finest 9-hole courses in Ireland. Indeed the different tee-boxes on the back nine make it a virtual 18-hole course. The sea, mountain and off-shore island views from almost every tee and green are truly spectacular. It is almost impossible to come off this course feeling less than fully refreshed. The par 3 sixth hole is a real gem. Depending on wind conditions you could find yourself taking anything from a driver to a nine iron for your approach shot. If you under club you are into the sea ! If you over club you are into the sea !! Green fees are very reasonable and visitors to our cottage are offered a 20% discount.
Fishing: Your cottage offers an excellent base for either the fishing enthusiast or indeed anyone who just wants to try his hand at catching a few mackerel from the flat ledge just behind cottage no. 5. Within walking distance of the cottage you can bottom fish off the rocks for specimen wrasse, spin for mackerel and pollock or beach cast for flounder, dab and dogfish. A purpose built sea angling boat operates out of local Kincasslagh pier or Burtonport, just five miles away, while the game angler has access to 130 small lakes of the Rosses Fishery.........all within a few miles radius of the local town of Dungloe.
Walking: Above all Cruit Island is a walkers paradise. We will give you details of seven wonderful walks, each one starting at your own cottage and returning right back to your cottage. The rockscape, the hidden sandy coves, the winding side roads will all fill your senses and thoroughly refresh you. Very often you will be the only person within sight. Listen for the cuckoo or the warbling notes of the lark and keep a lookout for the rare and protected chough.
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Cruit Lower in County Donegal
- cottage (detached)
- Self-catering
- 1100 sq ft
- Max. occupancy: 7
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- beach
- Ocean View
- Oceanfront
- Away From It All
- Romantic
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Parking
- Towels Provided ...
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Grill
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- seating for 7 people
- 2 Bathrooms
-
Bathroom 1 -
Toilet
,
Bath with Shower
Bathroom 2 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed
Bedroom 3 - 3 Single Bed
- Master bedroom en-suite. Cot and high chair available on request.
- CD Player
- Radio
- wheelchair accessible
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- horse riding
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- Babysitter
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- mountain climbing
- pier fishing
- sailing
- diving
- snorkelling
- bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Excellent!
4.7/5 -
(32 traveller reviews)
Impressive little cottage
Fantastic cottage over looking the Atlantic beautiful scenery owner extremely helpful
Spectacular
Gorgeous sea views. Comfortable accommodations. More than met my expectations. Conor made us very welcome
lovely cottage, amazing views
Lovely cottage with authentic traditional feel. Amazing views, fantastic for a young family without the distractions of tv and internet! Beautiful beaches on the doorstep. All in all I would highly recommend as an escape from the hectic pace of life.
Stunning Location, Very Poor Accommodation, Shocking behavior by owner, his family and friends
This area is truly beautiful and we were so looking forward to our week-long stay.
Sadly, our cottage was dirty and unmaintained. The hot water system delivers either freezing cold or scalding hot water, with a 45 minute wait to have enough warm water for one very short shower. When the out-dated water heater is on, the water from the kitchen and bathroom taps is dangerously hot - I was burned several times.
Windows and doors are so poorly sealed that the wind blowing in stirred my hair when I stood at the kitchen sink. This is particularly offensive since were were charged extra for the electric heat. Someone had stuffed paper towels in cracks and the windows were filthy. Light and heating fixtures were dirty and there was mildew around the bath fixtures. The place was "surface clean" but in dire need of deep cleaning. They had also not emptied the ash bin next to our cottage.
The furniture cushions had a musty smell that got on my clothes after sitting reading only short time. A bit hard to relax when you can't even sit down without getting stinky.
Though the description states that there are "all the modern conveniences" (most people would assume that means wi-fi) there is no wi-fi or TV. The owner told us we could "pick up" a wi-fi signal at the nearby golf course but there was no signal when we went up there and we thought it was questionable to steal wi-fi anyway.
Grey waste water is discharged directly outdoors. While this practice may be allowable in Ireland, it is not good environmental stewardship, especially at a commercial enterprise and in such a pristine location near surface water. We were very disturbed by the impacts of this very polluting activity.
The owner was rude upon our arrival, as he was offended that I had asked about negative reviews I saw on another site. He has since threatened us with legal action over our negative review, and he, his family and friends have subjected me to personal attacks via social media, including vicious name calling. None of my comments in any reviews have been personal - I have simply related what we experienced and what was said to us; but I have been accused of nit-picking, being a grump, a whiner, and even called the C-word. All because I objected to paying a premium price for substandard accommodation and dared to warn others about it?
As if any other reason was needed to steer clear of this awful place, the personal attacks have really taken the cake. Beware!
Spectacular
The location is breath taking...I felt like we were at the edge of the world. The Wild Atlantic Way does not disappoint. The Cottage has all the creature comforts and the turf fire is a wonderful necessity. Conor and Mary are helpful and accommodating.
Harvesting mussels and cockles on Cruit Island at low tide was a great way to spend an afternoon and listening to the surf with the fire cracking did us all a world of good in the evening. The cottage is an easy drive to the welcoming town of Donglow for anything you might need. Glenveagh National Park is a must see.
It's the place to be if you're looking to slow down and reconnect with your travel mates.
The Best Kept Secret.
This island gem is truly magical. It has the most amazing ability to slow time right down to a crawl. Cruit Island & Donegal Thatched Cottages will forever be a place in my heart and soul.
Location
Donegal Thatched Cottages is located on Cruit Island, Kincasslagh, Co. Donegal, right on the Wild Atlantic Way. Cruit Island is joined by bridge to the mainland and is a perfect base from which to explore the many visitor attractions in Donegal. The island itself is a walkers paradise with a profusion of wild flowers and a hidden sandy cove around every corner. Visitors may wish to play the stunningly scenic Cruit Island golf links, absorb the culture of the local Gaeltacht areas, spend a day at Glenveagh National Park or learn about folk history at Glencolmcille folk village. Mostly you will be quite happy to simply sit out on the rocks around your cottage and drink in the sheer natural beauty.
Please note that utilities ( electricity, central heating ) are payable according to usage on departure. Please further note that prices quoted relate to non-sea view cottages. Cottages with a sea view from inside the cottage have an optional extra supplement of 60 euro per week or 30 euro per weekend.
Other Activities: Bird watching, rock climbing, kite flying, fishing, golf
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Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday cottage in Cruit Lower, Ireland
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- EUR
| Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Event Price | |||
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May
1 May 2018 -
31 May 2018
2 night minimum stay
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£290
for 2 nights
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From
£145
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£483
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June
1 Jun 2018 -
30 Jun 2018
2 night minimum stay
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£307
for 2 nights
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From
£154
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£571
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July/August
1 Jul 2018 -
31 Aug 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£440
for 3 nights
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From
£147
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£829
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September
1 Sep 2018 -
30 Sep 2018
2 night minimum stay
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£290
for 2 nights
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From
£145
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£527
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October
1 Oct 2018 -
31 Oct 2018
2 night minimum stay
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£263
for 2 nights
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From
£132
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£439
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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£307
for 2 nights
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From
£154
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£527
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Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
There is a fixed charge for the minimum two or three night stay, depending on the season. Each additional night is charged at one seventh of the weekly rate for that season. A sea view is optional at 60 euro per week, 30 euro per weekend.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
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