Irelands Top 50 places to stay #IndoFab50

Entire cottage in Buncrana, Ireland

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Andrea
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
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Twig & Heather Cottage has been listed as One of Ireland’s 50 best places to stay by the Irish Independent Travel Magazine #IndoFab50 . Every year travel writers choose their top 50 places to stay out of thousands of possibilities. We are so proud that our unique escape on the Wild Atlantic Way has been chosen to be in that TOP 50 .

The space
A romantic cottage for two with spectacular sea views . Much bigger inside than the pictures portray with Interiors that have been collected , considered and curated. Local Irish antiques keep company with Shanghai junk shop finds , an eclectic mix that has delighted every guest that has come to stay . Lots of lovely books to read and peruse. We are situated right on the Wild Atlantic Way with spectacular ocean views .

The Wood burning stove is very cozy on chilly evenings and In Winter months we will leave a basket of kiln dried logs to get you started. Please only burn kiln dried wood in the stove , available from Supervalu in Buncrana Town. ( in case you need more )

Fabulous daytrips include Glenveigh National Park , The Seamus Heaney Home Place, The Dark Hedges, Giants Causeway and the Antrim coastline ,The Titanic Museum Belfast , Fanad Lighthouse, Game of Thrones tour, Sliabh Liag Cliffs , Horn Head, Errigal mountain climb and many more.

Guest access
Bedroom with en-suite , living room , kitchen , patio , garden.

Other things to note
IMPORTANT: As Airbnb is an online marketplace we follow a strict Internet Safety Policy – We always require the following sent directly to us in your first message when you make an inquiry
1. A clear & detailed introductory message including where your are travelling from.
2. The full names of both guests.
3. A confirmation that you have read , understand & accept with the house rules.

We cannot consider a booking without this information.

Thanks in advance !

The entrance , front garden , parking area and entrance laneway are monitored by security camera.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Bay view
Garden view
Beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 536 Mbps

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 286 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Buncrana, County Donegal, Ireland

The Cottage in located in Dunree about 10 km outside Buncrana town. A great place for sea swimming , beach & hill walks . Swim at the beach right in front of the cottage or join the regulars who dip at Lisfannon or Neds point . The Saturday park run is one of the most beautiful in Europe . Visit the nearby Fort Dunree military museum. Watch for dolphins while having a coffee or lunch in their stunning coffee shop. Walk the loop trails above the Fort for stunning Vistas across Lough Swilly and spot the Aurora Boriellis in the winter months. We are right beside Mamore Gap, the Urris hills walk , Tip O Neill trail & Butlers glen loop trail as well as many other beautiful boreen walks.

Meet your host

Superhost
286 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Hi there , I am a committed member of the Airbnb community and also a super host in Co Donegal ,Ireland. I travel a lot for business and pleasure and I love the sustainable aspect that Airbnb offers versus hotel staying .

Andrea is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
May encounter potentially dangerous animal
Carbon monoxide alarm