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The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.

Cottage in Glenties with kitchen and fireplace

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Outdoor dining
Nestled in the Donegal countryside, Hidden Cottage offers a serene escape with underfloor heating and beautiful artefacts throughout. Enjoy self-catering facilities, explore local guide books and take in views of the Blue Stack Mountains from this tranquil retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Cottage in Glenties with kitchen and fireplace
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge, and other amenities include a microwave and a Smart TV.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Glenties cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please be aware there are sheep in the fields surrounding the cottage. Please do not enter the fields or disturb the animals.
Please ensure all gates that you open are closed behind you, on the track up to the cottage.
No climbing on any of the stone ruins that are on the grounds of the cottage or on dry stone wall boundaries.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Map
Ardara, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Ardara Heritage Centre - 13 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Ardara Fort - 15 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Tamur Lough - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Glengesh Pass - 17 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nancy's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corner House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Courthouse Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kennedy's Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Beehive - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bluestack Mountains and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ardara Heritage Centre and Tamur Lough. Ardara Fort and Owenea Bridge Standing Stone are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Comfortable. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

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

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

8/10 Good

Brendan O.

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

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

Susan M.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025