Cnoc Farraige
About the home
At Cnoc Farraige (4 Oceanview Downings) you are just a few minutes stroll from the village with its two hotels and pubs, not to mention the beautiful sandy beach. The house is furnished to the highest standards offering all the comforts of home. The elevated decking to the front of the house provides the ideal spot to enjoy an al fresco drink or BBQ as you watch the sunset over the bay. A five minute drive takes you to two spectacular golf courses and the famous Glenveagh National Park is only thirty minutes away.
Don't fancy cooking? You will be spoilt for choice in one of the restaurants specialising in the freshest of local seafood. Spend a quiet night by the turf fire after an active day or a indulge in a night out in a traditional pub, the choice is yours. Relax and enjoy.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 8, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Downings, 500m |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 500m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 7 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Open fire with coal and turf provided
upstairs/downstairs bedroom layout provides ideal accommodation for a young family plus grandparents
wheelchair friendly ramp access via patio doors
Further details outdoors:
Raised decking with outside table and chairs. BBQ. Two sunloungers.
Indoor pool, sauna and gym available (payable locally) at Oceanview leisure centre (5mins)
Further details
Gas and electricity included
Linen and towels provided (linen changed weekly during longer stays)
Conditions
Refundable breakages deposit of £150 required with final payment, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection).
20% payment required to secure booking , balance payment due 6 weeks before arrival
payments can be made by cheque, bank transfer or by PayPal invoice without the need for a PayPal account
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Enquire nowThe Donegal region
In the north West corner of Ireland, Donegal and its wonderful coastline can be best described as rugged mountains sweeping down to the Atlantic where the many inlets host an array of glorious sandy beaches. The region is blessed with more than its fair share of spectacular links golf courses. The surrounding sea is a paradise for wind surfers and anglers alike.
Away from the coast the scenery turns to wooded glens nestled between rocky peaks. The most famous of these is Glenveagh National Park and Castle.
The Downings / Larganreagh area
North Donegal is a region of inlets and peninsulas. The fishing village of Downings is located on Rosguill Peninsula home to the Atlantic drive, a coastal route which follows a stunning scenic road around the peninsula. The views north over the Atlantic and westward towards Horn Head will live in the memory.
The village itself boasts a sandy beach sheltered from the Atlantic which slopes gently providing an ideal safe environment for children. The beach has a segregated area for water sports.
So what can you do in and around Downings?
GOLF - at the links of Rosapenna, choose from the Old course designed by no less a man than old Tom Morris himself or the newer Sandy Hills ranked 17th in Ireland (both 5mins), or cross the new bridge linking Rosguill to Fanad penninsula to Portsalon (30mins) or Dunfanaghy(30mins). A golfers paradise.
PITCH and PUTT
If you or the children are just beginners Rosapenna has the perfect short course to get you hooked.
WATER SPORTS
The beach hosts wind surfing competitions attracting enthusiasts from around the world.
You can learn to dive at the local Mevagh diving school
FISHING
Sea angling charters are available and the local river Lackagh provides catch for those who prefer fresh water.
WALKING
Choose from either Tramore or the village beach or take a short trip and walk the costal path at Ards Friary and Forest park. Half an hour will take you to the famous Glenveagh National Park.Whatever you choose you'll not find fresh air and views to match it anywhere.
RAMELTON
Vist this historic village scene of the "Flight of the Earls" .
KEEP FIT
If all that walking doesn't do the trick the Downings Bay leisure centre includes gym,pool,sauna and jacuzzi.
HORSE RIDING
There is an excellent riding school in nearby Cranford (10 mins)
EATING OUT
Great choice with the two village hotels providing a range from pub snacks to a la carte. Mary's bar in Glen, and the Singing Pub specialise in seafood. If you're staight off the course the Rosapenna Pavillion boasts a fine restaurant.
PUBS
The area has three fine examples of the traditional Irish bar. Try Mary's in Glen, the Singing Pub on the Atlantic drive, or within a short stroll, the Harbour Bar for a great pint and suberb live music with views over the bay.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Derry: 85 km |
| Ferry: | Larne or Belfast (from Scotland): 320 km |
A car is essential.
If travelling from abroad the nearest airports are Donegal and Derry , these typically offer regional flights only.
International flights service Belfast (180km), Dublin (280km) and Shannon (350km).
You can travel from Great Britain using the Stranraer to Belfast ferry service. Belfast to Downings is a 21/2hr drive.
Activities near Downings
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 7 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Jul Aug | 2 Jul 11 | 3 Sep 11 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 3 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October - December | 1 Oct 11 | 20 Dec 11 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Christmas - New Year | 20 Dec 11 | 5 Jan 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jan - Mar | 22 Feb 13 | 28 Mar 13 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| April | 2 Apr 13 | 1 May 13 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May - Jun | 1 May 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jul Aug | 29 Jun 13 | 1 Sep 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 1 Sep 13 | 30 Sep 13 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Oct - Dec | 30 Sep 13 | 22 Dec 13 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 8 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Jul Aug | 2 Jul 11 | 3 Sep 11 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 3 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October - December | 1 Oct 11 | 20 Dec 11 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Christmas - New Year | 20 Dec 11 | 6 Jan 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jan - Mar | 6 Jan 12 | 1 Apr 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| April | 1 Apr 12 | 27 Apr 12 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May - Jun | 25 May 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jul Aug | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Oct - Dec | 29 Sep 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Gas, electricity included. Coal and turf provided. Linen and towels provided, please bring your own beach towels. Weekends available outside peak times (Jul, Aug Easter and Christmas /New Year) 2 nights £280 three nights £340 unless otherwise arranged check-in is 4pm earliest , checkout 11.00 am latest.
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