Guests say
Tuath na Mara is consistently praised for its stunning location, unique and beautiful house, and the tranquillity it offers. Guests are captivated by the spectacular views, the proximity to a private beach, and the natural beauty of Donegal. The property is well-equipped and ideal for families, including those with dogs, offering a peaceful retreat with the possibility of dolphin sightings. The house's design maximises the panoramic views, ensuring a memorable stay.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The location receives unanimous acclaim for its unbeatable views, private beach access, and the serene Donegal setting. Guests are enchanted by the proximity to nature and the peaceful environment.
Reviewers find the house comfortable, mentioning its suitability for families and the enjoyment of its views regardless of the weather. The property's design and facilities contribute to a comfortable stay.
The house is described as well-equipped and stunning, with large windows and a design that embraces the rugged location. The presence of a secluded beach and areas for dog walking indicate excellent facilities.
While guests express high satisfaction with their stay, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Spectacular Tuath na Mara holds a wonderful, waterfront position within County Donegal, a county considered to be one of Ireland’s most beautiful with its dramatic scenery and unspoilt landscape.
Tuath na Mara is a completely unique home, designed by award-winning MacGabhann Architects, it was designed to appear free-floating amongst the rugged coastal surroundings. The home can comfortably accommodate up to seven guests across its three architect-designed minimalist bedrooms, while an additional two guests can make use of a handy sofa bed in one of the living areas. Tuath na Mara is set over one level, on the south-facing section of the house, is a spacious, open-plan living and dining area with a fully-equipped kitchen area. The accommodation is mirrored and so a second open-plan living space with kitchen area can also be found at the other end of the home. Doors can divide the space into two, making it ideal for two families holidaying together who are in search of a little added privacy, or to provide separate accommodation for teenagers. The north end family bedroom, a triple sleeper with a double bed below and single above has its very own en-suite shower room. The other two bedrooms share the use of the main family bathroom, set just off the library corridor.
Outside, guests privileged enough to stay at Tuath na Mara will enjoy panoramic sea views, while having direct access to a beautiful sandy beach, complete with inlet caves and coastal rock features.
Tuath na Mara is located in County Donegal, a country situated on the north-westerly tip of Ireland. County Donegal is often considered to be the “wild child” of Ireland, due to its rugged scenery and sublime beaches. The home makes a fantastic base for those wanting to explore the great outdoors with plenty for the whole family to see, do and explore in the surrounding area. Glenveagh National Park, a remote and hauntingly beautiful wilderness of rugged mountains, pristine lakes, tumbling waterfalls and enchanted native oak woodland is just 45-minutes away, or choose to stay closer to home and enjoy a scenic drive to Fanad Lighthouse, less than 15-minutes away. While Tuath na Mara's closest beach is reachable on foot, Ballymastocker Beach is considered to be one of the areas most beautiful and is less than 15-minutes from your front door!
While those fortunate enough to enjoy a stay at Tuath na Mara will feel a million miles away from any hustle and bustle, helpful amenities can be found in Portsalon, less than a 10-minute drive away. Further amenities can also be found in the larger towns of Milford and Rathmullan, both less than 25-minutes away. The market town of Letterkenny, the largest town in Donegal, offers a far wider selection of attractions and amenities and is just a 40-minute car journey from home. Here, the whole family will enjoy a visit to Tropical World with its butterfly house, mini zoo and indoor play area, while the Arena 7 Entertainment Complex offers bowling, laser quest, soft play, arcades and pool! For keen golfers, Portsalon Golf Club is a real hidden gem and is just 10-minutes away.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living area with fully-equipped kitchen and seating for 6
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with triple bunk bed and en-suite shower room
- Family bathroom
- Open-plan living area with sofa bed sleeping 2, fully-equipped kitchen and seating for 10
Exterior Grounds
- Beach access
Additional Facilities
- Modem for internet access (please note that high speed wi-fi is not available due to the remote location of the property)
- 27" Computer with CD/ disk drive for movies
- Travel cot & highchair available on request
- Washing machine & dryer
- Iron & board
- Parking
Reviews (7)
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Claire H.
Tuath na Mara is a beautiful place to stay. The house itself is stunning but the location is spectacular. We spent long periods just staring out the large windows looking at the fantastic views of the sea and coastline. It was a 1 minute walk to a secluded beach that we more or less had to ourselves for the whole week. The kids loved playing in the cave and coves. The fact such a lovely house accepted dogs was a huge bonus as the location is ideal for dog walks. We were very sad to leave but will definitely return.
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Jane D.
We have been here less than 24 hours and everything is stunning. As we drove down to the house we literally all gasped at the same time. The house is amazing and the location is to die for. We may not want to leave!!
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Kerry
We spent 10 days at this beautiful house as a family. The house is unique and beautifully in sync with the surrounding scenery. The views are just perfect. If you enjoy peace and quiet and the stunning nature and beauty of Donegal you will find no better a place to stay! The lagoon area is just amazing and there are shallow areas further up the beach to explore. This is all to be enjoyed no matter what the weather is like! Sunshine or rain there is nothing quite like sitting taking in the views in this beautiful home. Thank you for an amazing stay, we will be back!