Ballyness Bay

About this property

Gortahork 0.8 miles. Ballyness Bay is a charming, single-storey cottage near the beach and boasting exceptional sea views close to Gortahork, County Donegal. This wonderful property offers guests a spacious front garden with a barbecue and is ideal for friends and families seeking a serene escape along Ireland's fantastic coastline. Upon entering you will find the heart of the home, the kitchen/diner, where you can gather to enjoy home-cooked meals, prepared with the help of the array of appliances at your disposal. A separate utility room houses a microwave and washing machine, catering to all of your laundry needs during your stay. After a day of travel, kick back and relax in the sitting room where you can unwind in front of the TV. Outside, the front garden offers a safe space for children to play, with a lawn and gravelled area for your enjoyment. Make the most of warm evenings by dining alfresco on the outdoor furniture, perhaps even firing up the gas barbecue for a tasty summer feast. When it's time to rest, you will be greeted by four well-presented bedrooms, two of which are doubles boasting their own en-suite facilities, complete with walk-in showers for added convenience and privacy. There is a further double and a bunk bedroom, providing ample sleeping arrangements for all party configurations. The property also benefits from an additional shower room, ensuring no morning queues or any rushes before setting off on your daily adventures. A day at the beach beckons at either Magheraroarty or Falcarragh, both of which are nearby, but if adventure ignites your soul, explore the majestic wilderness of the Glenveagh National Park, rich with its vast hills, shimmering loughs and plentiful wildlife, a perfect opportunity to capture some memorable photographs. Test your mettle at Donegal's Unique Ascent, where you can ascend craggy mountain terrains, or opt for a family day out at the Dunlewey Centre, sure to pique your curiosity with its traditional music, history, and culture. Verdant hues of Cluain na dTor Gardens & Nursery provide serene settings for quiet contemplation, whilst the panoramic landscapes at View Point Dunlewey promise awe-inspiring vistas over the rugged beauty of County Donegal. Your journey to Ireland begins at Ballyness Bay.

The delightful village of Glasson, also known as the Village of the Roses, rests the quaint countryside of County Westmeath near its border to County Roscommon. The village's Irish name is Glasán, meaning "small stream" and the village lives up to this name with a brook weaving through its centre to the renowned Lough Ree Lake. Glasson was originally built as an estate to serve the Temple-Harris family art Waterston House, the remains of the building can be found to the south of the village. The village features a selection of amenities for holiday-goers, including: the olde world pub of Grogans, a bar/restaurant, a well-stocked convenience store, butchers and an independent crafts shop. After making the most of the picturesque village, venture to Wineport with its pretty marinas and Killinure Island. Holidaymakers can enjoy visiting the banks of Lough Ree for a day packed with lakeside activities, from its glorious Portlick Castle and its Millenium Forest, to sailing through the waters to Hare Island and Inchmore. The bustling town of Athlone isn't far with the River Shannon; an afternoon can be spent sailing through the river's waters on a pleasure boat or simply walking alongside, before venturing into the town's selection of independent shops, eateries and historic attractions. Glasson additionally provides visitors with access to the peaceful, inland villages of Rosemount and Ballymore; both making for idyllic days out for the family. Further afield is the town of Castletown Geoghegan that is situated near Lough Ennell and its Lilliput Adventure Centre; continue east to find the county town of Mullingar where visitors can find a selection of green spaces, family-friendly activities and lakes in and around the thriving town.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Four bedrooms: 2 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double, 1 x bunk.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room.

Utility

Underfloor Eco heating.

Electric Rangemaster double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, coffee maker.

Clothes horse, dehumidifier and washing line.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and cot available.

Private driveway parking for 4 cars.

Enclosed front garden with lawn, gravelled area, furniture, and gas barbecue.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.7 miles, beach 1.6 miles.

Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am