About this property
Resting in the heart of the thriving village of Bunbeg, County Donegal is St Johns, a delightful cottage home to a stylish décor and off-road parking. This charming dwelling is close to the beach and local amenities making it ideal for a small family or group of friends looking to explore the Irish coast and the Glenveagh National Park which is reachable by car. Stepping into the property, the open-plan living space invites you in to kick off your shoes and watch the TV after a long day of discovering your surroundings while you sink into the plush sofa. From here, happen upon the compact but amply-equipped kitchen where you will find an array of integrated appliances such as an electric oven and hob, a dishwasher and a handy washing machine to freshen up your clothes between activities.
Whip up a delicious breakfast ahead of an action-packed day of exploring the local area, and enjoy it at the breakfast bar with a hot cup of coffee to start the day. As the evenings draw to a close, make your way to the bedrooms to rest your head before another adventurous day; the property hosts three bedrooms, each delicately decorating with a neutral décor which is present throughout the property, allowing plenty of natural light into the space. You will find a king-size double bedroom, with a gorgeous feature fireplace, storage for your belongings, and views out over the courtyard and dense woodland to the rear of the property.
From here, happen upon another king-size double bedroom fit with a solid chest of drawers and an armchair where you can escape to indulge in a book for the afternoon. Completing the interior of the cottage is a twin room, ideal for friends sharing or younger members of the group, and a family shower room where you can freshen up and prepare for the day's excursions. Outside, the patio provides the perfect summer social space; hosting two picnic benches and backing onto dense woodland, the private courtyard makes the area for savouring a glass of wine in the last of the summer sun.
Just on the doorstep of the cottage you will be pleased to discover a handful of quaint pubs, such as Teach Hiudaí Beag's, renowned for Irish traditional music and café's such as Cafe Kitty, a traditional café with a delicious homemade menu. A short walk will take you to Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant a fantastic bar which offers food and live music throughout the year, the ideal place for an authentic Irish pub experience. For days out while you're at the property take a trip to the luscious sandy beach which is less than a mile when walking and home to the famous Bunbeg Wreck, affectionately referred to as 'Bad Eddie's Boat' or 'Cara Na Mara', a 1970s shipwreck and tourist hot spot.
Avid walkers, cyclists and explorers alike will relish in a day at the Glenveagh National Park, exploring the many terrains of the rolling hill tops, oak woodland and exquisitely tended gardens and grounds in of Glenveagh Castle.If you are travelling with animal lovers or younger guests, a scenic drive will bring you to Tropical World, a family-friendly day out for all ages where you can discover the plethora of butterfly species in the butterfly house and their mini zoo, which houses a number of birds and mammals. Choose St Johns for a relaxing retreat in a breath-taking part of Ireland.
Situated at the mouth of Clady River is the harbourside village of Bunbeg. Resting between Gweedore and Derrybeg, the area is famous for its rich culture of Irish customs, music theatre, Gaelic games and the thriving Irish language within the community. The village offers a number of quintessentially Irish shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés along with a large stretch of golden sandy beach at the nearby Magheraclogher Strand. Glenveagh National Park is also reachable by car and provides an abundance of walking and cycling routes.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size doubles, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Courtyard with picnic benches.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.7 miles