Capstan Holiday Cottage

Donegal, Portsalon

Capstan Cottage formerly a coastguard cottage sits on an elevated site in Donegal, overlooking Lough Swilly with views of Knockalla Mountains to the rear.
There are two holiday cottages available to rent, Capstan Cottage sleeping 6 and Anchor Cottage sleeping 4 guests comfortably. Both coastal holiday cottages have been sympathetically refurbished, both oozing charm and character.
From Capstan Cottage you are in for a treat as there are a number of breath-taking local beaches dotted along Lough Swilly and the Donegal coast. Scraggy Bay, a small rocky beach which has an anchorage, is conveniently located only 1 km from the holiday cottages. Ballymastocker Bay, once voted the second most beautiful beach in the world by Observer Magazine is also right on your doorstep. This golden chunk of paradise is only 4 km from our pretty coastal holiday cottages, Capstan Cottage in Donegal.

Capstan Cottage Description

Our second self catering holiday cottage is Capstan Holiday Cottage. This holiday cottage has a delightful open plan kitchen, living room and dining room area. The open plan style creates the perfect atmosphere for a self catering holiday with family and friends. The cottage style kitchen is well equipped and has everything you need for a comfortable self catering holiday cottage in Donegal. A multifuel stove located in the living room creates a homely atmosphere and is perfect for relaxing after long coastal walks or adventures in the wilds of Donegal. This beautiful seaside holiday cottage also has a TV, DVD and radio.
Capstan Holiday Cottage sleeps 6 guests comfortably, all three bedrooms are located on the first floor. There are 2 double bedrooms providing wondering views and 1 twin bedroom plus a family bathroom.

Capstan Cottage Exterior Description

Ample car parking is available beside Capstan Cottage. Towels and tea towels are provided free of charge. If you require a high chair and travel cot please remember to request them at the time of booking.
Electricity is on a card meter; €10 cards are available from the On-site Manager upon arrival and oil heating is included in the rate.
Currently there is no Wi-Fi but there is 4G signal so you have the option of creating a hotspot. However, in today's busy world this self-catering holiday cottage in Donegal creates the perfect setting to allow you to completely switch off and relax.
There is a delightful large cottage garden where you and your guests can enjoy outside dining, garden games and endless sea views. From this holiday cottage you can take time to savour the rugged Donegal scenery and fresh sea air. Please note the garden is not enclosed so children must be supervised.
No pets are allowed at both Capstan Holiday Cottage.

Kerrykeel Local Village

Kerrykeel village is 7 km from the holiday cottage, it lies between Knockalla Mountain and Ranny Hill, on the shores of Mulroy Bay. Kerrykeel has a number of grocery shops O’Kane’s of Kerrykeel. MACE and Better Buys. For dining options there is a takeaway, restaurant The Village Inn and a number of pubs, McGinley’s, Paddy Jacks and The Tavern.

Things to see and do in Donegal

Situated on the Wild Atlantic Way, Capstan Holiday Cottage is twenty miles north of Letterkenny on the "Fanad Scenic Drive". This well signposted touring route encircles the Peninsula, its dramatic coastline ranges from majestic cliffs and headlands to spectacular sandy beaches which are amongst the finest in the world. On route you must visit the dramatic and beautiful Fanad Head Lighthouse.
Letterkenny the largest town in County Donegal and 30 km away has a selection of amenities, restaurants, shops and leisure facilities.
There are a number of equestrian centres in the local area, Golden Sands Equestrian Centre, 10 km away in Rathmullen and Ashtree Stables is 20 km away. Trek and hack along quiet mountain roads and on peaceful sandy beaches on your next self catering holiday in Donegal.
Ireland’s most northerly point Malin Head is well worth the drive, experience rugged coastal landscape and attractive beaches along the 79 km drive.
The second largest national park in Ireland, Glenveagh National Park is 36 km away. While there you must visit lenveagh Castle, a 19th century castellated mansion which was construction in a remote mountain setting and inspired by the Victorian idyll, a romantic highland retreat.
Donegal is an area for all tastes, including walking, fishing, swimming, photography, cycling and water sports enthusiasts love this part of the Wild Atlantic Way. There are so many outdoor pursuits available all year-round.
Fifty minutes south west of Capstan Holiday Cottage you will find Errigal, a 751-metre mountain near Gweedore in County Donegal. It is the tallest peak of the Derryveagh Mountains and the tallest peak in Donegal, perfect for a challenging walking holiday in Ireland.
Donegal International Rally is one the toughest rally challenges there is for drivers and teams. Every year in June three days of spectacular rallying takes place close to Capstan Holiday Cottage on the Knockalla Coast Road. The rally runs from Knockalla Coast Road, to the lush green farm lands of Carnhill, to the wide-open bog land landscape of the Donegal Glen.
This fantastic coastal setting will provide you and your guests with uninterrupted views across Lough Swilly, this incredible setting of outstanding natural beauty with some of the more beautiful coastal in Ireland right on your doorstep.

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Amount: €200.00 /booking Payment method: cash To be paid on site.