Guests say
Granny Kate's Cottage offers a truly authentic and charming Irish experience, with its historic character, beautiful rural setting, and peaceful atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the unique ambience, comfortable beds, and stunning views, making it an ideal base for exploring Donegal. While the cottage's traditional features are a highlight, some guests noted minor issues with kitchen cleanliness, coin-operated utilities, and maintenance. Overall, the property is well-loved for its originality, tranquillity, and the opportunity to step back in time, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-maintained, especially in recent reviews. However, a few mentioned issues such as a dirty kitchen floor, a lingering smell, and some general neglect in the past. The majority of feedback is positive, but occasional lapses have been noted.
The location is widely praised for its beauty, tranquillity, and proximity to Ardara and scenic attractions. Guests highlight the stunning views, peaceful surroundings, and easy access to local sights, making it a standout feature of the property.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds and a restful atmosphere. Some suggest improvements to mattresses and cushions, and note that the cottage can be cold without heating. Overall, comfort is rated highly, with the traditional setting adding to the experience.
Facilities are generally appreciated, especially the authentic features and turf fire. However, several guests mention the inconvenience of coin-operated heating and electricity, occasional maintenance issues with the kitchen and shower, and missing items like a tin opener. Some improvements have been made over time.
Some guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as hot water bottles, a welcome booklet, and board games (though some were incomplete). While a few reviews mention gifts like scones and wine at other properties, these are not guaranteed at Granny Kate's. Communication about coin-operated utilities has improved, but could be clearer.
About this property
Ardara 3.3 miles. This charming, detached, traditional thatched cottage is situated in a superbly elevated position boasting stunning views of the Glengesh Pass, just over three miles from the popular heritage town of Ardara in the south west of County Donegal. Guests can expect to rewind the clock and step into times gone by with an experience in this delightful, restored thatched cottage. This Ardara cottage has been lovingly decorated throughout and retains all the original features and characteristics of a traditional Irish cottage including a large, hearth fireplace, flag stone flooring, feature beams and a half door. But fear not, all the basic mod cons that you need are there for your convenience!
Forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in either of the two cosy bedrooms with the sounds of the countryside to gently awake you in the morning and spend many an evening telling stories by a roaring fire. Step outside your picture postcard cottage near Ardara to enjoy a quaint seating area where you can dine alfresco, read the morning paper or a good book with the stunning backdrop of the glen around you. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way on the Glencolmcille road, the cottage is just a five minute walk from the famous Glengesh Pass.
Nearby, the vibrant town of Ardara is alive with friendly locals going about their day to day duties, tourists wandering the streets exploring the craft shops, and traditional Irish music is showcased frequently in many of the pubs, A short drive from the town will take you onto the road to Loughross Point, with beautiful seascapes and sandy beaches to explore. The region is scattered with stunning coastal scenery including Europe’s highest sea cliffs at Slieve League, and the Blue Flag beach at Narin is the perfect place to spend a hazy afternoon. This quirky, traditional Ardara cottage will set your heart alight and evoke many delightful memories of your holiday in Donegal for years to come.
Note: This cottage is 250 yards from Ref. 915306, together they sleep 14.
The town of Ardara in County Donegal is situated in a wide valley where the Owentocher River enters Loughros More Bay. The town offers many craft and gift shops and traditional Irish pubs. There are walks and cycle routes in the area and every year the town hosts a walking festival. Within driving distance is Donegal Town and there are a number of sandy beaches close by.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 single.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (seats 4) with open fire.
External utility.
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine in utility.
Oil and power charged by coin-operated meter, fuel for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Bike storage and bikes available (at own risk) on honesty box basis.
Front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 3.3 miles.
Beach 5 miles.
Note: Low door height into double bedroom.
Note: The kitchen at this cottage is very small, but is in full working order.
Note: No TV at this property.Note: This property accept adults only as it not child friendly
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Reviews (18)
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Orla
Great 'in real life' welcome from Peter, the owner, was very much appreciated.
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Caroline
The location is unbeatable, the cottage is gorgeous, well-maintained and squeaky-clean. We were a bit concerned about the kitchen after reading some older reviews but everything was clean and in great working order and we assume the cooker has been recently upgraded. We hope to be back some day.
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Roland
Why heating and électricité is not include in hire price Kitchinette not conforme hardto cook Knobs falling down Charmant and peacefull