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200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Fahan with kitchen and fireplace

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fahan, Donegal
  • Place, Lisfannon Strand
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Millennium Forum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Derry City Walls
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fahan

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lisfannon Strand and North West Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Lisfannon Strand - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Millennium Forum - 17 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Derry City Walls - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Malin Head - 58 min drive - 36.3 miles
  • Glenveagh National Park - 58 min drive - 41.7 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 27 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridie's Whitehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peppers Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach

This wonderful restored Georgian country house offers the perfect retreat either for a quiet, luxurious weekend, or for a weekly family holiday creating special memories. Step though the classic entrance door to ‘The Old Rectory’ and discover this beautiful Georgian home.

The house is steeped in history, with the famous hymn/poet Cecil Alexander living at the house during the 19th Century. With its sweeping treelined driveway, beautiful views of Lough Swilly, impressive reception rooms, all with magnificent period open fireplaces, it’s the perfect house for getting together in style.

The stunning area of Fahan is situated between the City of Derry and Buncrana, with direct access to the Inishowen 100, a spectacular ring road around the Inishowen peninsula. Fahan is also conveniently situated between the Glenveagh National Park and the Giants Causeway which are areas of outstanding natural beauty.

‘The Old Rectory’ has been owned by The Dorrian Family since 1976. It has been an incredibly happy home for many years and we are proud to share this wonderful place with other families. Creating their own cherished memories!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 3.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (43 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No outside shoes to be worn on the carpets
Never to leave a lit fire unattended without the fireguard covering it.
Unannounced guests must be confirmed with the owners for insurance purposes.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Fahan, close to Lisfannon Strand, Buncrana Beach, and Rathmullan House. You'll also find Vintage Car and Carriage Museum and North West Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is 16.4 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is located 17.7 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at 200 yr old Georgian house located in beautiful Co Donegal 10 mins from beach.

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