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The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Ardara, Donegal
  • Bluestack Mountains
    12 min drive
  • St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum
    17 min drive
  • Hannah McGuinness
    17 min drive
  • Donegal (CFN)
    66 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway, outside the heritage town of Ardara. Off the beaten track and set deep within the Donegal countryside, overlooking a lake, with just sheep for neighbours, the Hidden Cottage offers the ultimate 'get away from it all' experience.
This beautiful cottage has recently been refurbished throughout and is meticulously designed, giving it a unique style and appeal. The cottage is fully equipped for self catering, making it perfect for family getaways.

The cottage is warm and inviting, with underfloor heating throughout. There are books and local guide books available in the cottage and there are beautiful artefacts throughout, including fabrics designed by Charlotte who owns the cottage.

Apart from the Lodge next door, guests are left to enjoy the space and tranquility on their own. There are great walks just on the doorstep and views of the Blue Stack Mountains in the distance.

Ardara is the nearest town to the cottage, just 7 minutes drive away. It's a vibrant and bustling town known for the many festivals held throughout the year. There are blue flag beaches, a golf course, superb pubs and restaurants all to be found within a few mins drive of the town, for more information, check out the towns website at ardara.ie.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Lough Nillan. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • 8 minutes by car from Ardara Heritage Centre and 10 minutes from Tamur Lough
This cottage offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Glenties cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Charlotte England

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D., Bainbridge Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Artistic Cottage in Ardara
The minute we walked into this cottage we knew we had chosen the right place for our extended family meet-up in Ireland. Beautifully decorated with lovely fabrics and furniture. The kitchen has upscale appliances and it too, is artful in its presentation. The bathroom is lovely too. One of the best parts is that it's at the end a narrow rural road, with just another cottage. The view is spectacular with rolling hills, sheep and rock walls. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and we're already dreaming of coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brendan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cottage
The cottage is quite isolated, so it is perfect if you want to do on-line work while on holiday. It is also very good for. sleeping in. It is not so good if you want close-by walks and hikes: car-journeys down the track will be essential for that. The property was a little cold for July, but the owner did kindly boost the heating upon request. The shower and the kitchen are in good order. Possible enhancements, which are not intended to be carping: • It would have been nice to have had some wood, or coal, to light and heat the fire). • A chair (or two) suitable for reading would have been an added bonus. • A slightly bigger TV screen would be good for those of who watch sports or Netflix, and who are growing older! • Better utility in the utility room, and a heating./airing facility for drying that actually works would be good. • The suggested garbage disposal arrangements, which we followed, do involve a journey of some miles to the relevant Texaco, and charges--that should be made explicitly clear.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The peace of Donegal
We arrived after spending a week in Belfast - brilliant place butpacked and full of the bustle of the city. Donegal was the polar opposite. The house is in the most beautiful spot imaginable- you couldn’t tire of that view in a hundred lifetimes and I even saw the sun come up a couple of mornings. Loads to do in the area but equally perfect for sitting back and soaking up the absolute, hear a pin drop quiet. Idyllic. House was beautifully and stylishly equipped and extremely comfortable. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023