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Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal

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You can look forward to golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities at Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal

  • 16 Rinn na Mara is a superb holiday home located in Dunfanaghy, Co Donegal in close proximity to the Golf Club, Killyhoey Strand (beach) and the popular holiday village/resort of Dunfanaghy. The cottage has been built in a modern and yet traditional style with oak and tile floors, a large stone fireplace (with a wood burning stove), a modern kitchen and is tastefully furnished and decorated throughout in keeping with the traditional and modern blended style.
    It is located close to Dunfanaghy golf clubhouse and it is a 5 minute walk to the beach and also to the village centre and amenities. The area is one of the most beautiful in Ireland and the location enables easy access to Horn Head, some of the finest walks and beaches around and the spectacular indented Donegal coastline. The local landscape changes in response to seasons and daily weather. In the right light at the right time the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
    The cottage can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 spacious bedrooms. Each bedroom is furnished with luxury oak beds and good quality duvets and linen. The large open plan ground floor of the cottage combines the ease of modern living with comfort. The centrepiece is a ‘local’ stone fireplace.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: only by request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Dunfanaghy, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Dunfanaghy Golf Club and Portsalon Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Killahoey Beach and Marble Hill Strand. Carrigart Riding Stables and Gartan Outdoor Adventure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dunfanaghy travel guide
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Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal

What's nearby

  • A historic stone castle with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
    Glenveagh National Park
    50 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Dunfanaghy Stables
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Killahoey Beach
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dunfanaghy Golf Club
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dunfanaghy Workhouse
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Patsy Dan's
    10 min walk
  • The Rusty Oven
    10 min walk
  • The Galley
    21 min drive
  • The Singing Pub
    24 min drive
  • Starfish Cafe
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Killahoey Beach and Dunfanaghy Golf Club. Dunfanaghy Workhouse is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.

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Beautiful Holiday Cottage, Dunfanaghy, Donegal Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Easy walk to the beach or pub.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dunfanaghy is well worth a visit, the beaches are wonderful and the house is situated very nicely. Great spot, great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for beach and golf

Very comfortable cottage, great photos of the area. Right next to local golf course and beach, and short drive to Rosapenna golf and beautiful bay. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house and host

Nice relaxing week, house is in a great location and everything required for a self catering holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, walking distance to beach, golf club and town shops and restaurants. Kitchen was poorly equipped for cooking (no oven trays etc). 1 shower in 3 didn’t work. Great layout and space
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed as a family of 8 over three generations with our two small dogs and we could not have had a better time! The property was ideally located, it was on the most amazing beach with the whitest sand, the scenery was stunning. All amenities were super close, we could walk for morning coffees, lunch, shops, dinner it’s honestly one of the best places we have stayed for location. The house itself was super and had everything a family could need with loads of space and ideally stocked for a full week away, the two ground floor bedrooms were ideal for younger children and our elderly mother so the house was fully accessible. Trevor the host was incredibly helpful and got back to every query no matter how small very quickly. This was an ideal location for a family trip in one of the most beautiful places in ireland and catered to everyone’s needs from 2 - 68 years of age!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location! Location! Location

Beautiful, spacious property in a perfect location. Comfortably snug, a lovely sunroom for reading, living room for TV viewing, ample sized rooms and a light filled landing with views across the golf course. A quiet setting with a good sized garden and plenty of privacy. Lots of parking space in the driveway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was a great base for our family trip to Donegal. The large travel cot & high chair came in very handy. It was cosy and comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked with utensils etc. and there was plenty of room for us all to eat and sit together. The location was excellent, just a short walk to Killahoey beach or into Dunfanaghy. We all agreed it was a winner. Only complaint was it seemed like a few small repairs are needed - one of the windows and one of the showers.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a wonderful location. Easy walking distance to Patsy Dan’s and Rusty Oven. We had some “typical weather” for our trip, but made the most of Donegal’s sights. Fanad Head, Pallet Sea Arch and Glenveagh were highlights. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House close to beach and city

We had a wonderful stay and found everything as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

Great house, lovely location near super beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very easy to find. Great location One off the best rentals I've stayed in.The cottage had everything you could want and more. Will definitely book again.I highly recommend staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house though one of the showers needs a bit of attention. The towels weren't dry on arrival but easily sorted. Will consider renting again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Problem with heating, host done everything to keep us warm

Great few days in Dunfanaghy, swiming
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Great house , great location.Some showers in need of repair.Lack of cereal bowls ( only 3)and cutlery. Mugs could be updated .. as could pillows .Outdoor clothes line would be useful especially when windy .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter

The house is in an excellent location to amazing beaches and Dunfanaghy. It could have done with a few more kitchen stuff like a baking tray more than one dishwasher tablet and decent knives. The house is very spacious, comfortable and clean. The information from Trevor was very good and he was very responsive when we needed to clarify how to turn on the hot water during our stay. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect few days away

Excellent location, house was perfect, all mod cons, easy check in/departure. All rooms great sizes, having 3 bathrooms was ideal, the kitchen was very well equipped, large gardens. Easy walking distance to both beach and town, there were 5 adults in our group and all said we would return and /or recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Dunfanaghy.

Lovely house in a fantastic location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

Trevor was very easy to deal with and his property is beautiful. It is ideally located 5 minutes walk to the beach and the town. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This property is superb! So close to the beach, the golf course, and the village. It suited our needs perfectly, was spacious, and had excellent facilities. Brilliant!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunfanaghy

Have rented in Dunfanaghy on numerous occasions. This was my favourite property. House comfortable and excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy days in Dunfanaghy

Wonderful week- we've booked again for next year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Schönes Haus in perfekter Lage!

Gemütlich eingerichtet, geräumig und bequeme Betten. Ort und Strand in 5 Gehminuten erreichbar.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

Nice, clean house.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Lovely house in a great location. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018