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The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1

Lodge in Glenties

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Interior
Private kitchen
Books
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Donegal, Donegal
  • Place, Ardara Heritage Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ardara Fort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Glengesh Pass
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Glenties

This lodge is located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bluestack Mountains and within a 10-minute drive of Ardara Heritage Centre. The guestroom includes conveniences like a kitchen.
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What's nearby

  • Ardara Heritage Centre - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Ardara Fort - 15 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Tamur Lough - 15 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery - 15 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Glengesh Pass - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles

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

About this property

The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1

Relax and unwind in the stunning purpose built lodge, just outside the heritage town of Ardara. Hidden in the Donegal countryside and overlooking a lake, the Hidden Lodge offers the ultimate 'get away from it all' experience.
This beautiful space is meticulously designed and comfortably accommodates up 4 people and has a fully equipped modern kitchen for self catering. The enclosed entrance porch with outdoor seating, allows guests uninterrupted views of the beautiful surrounding landscape.
The space
The lodge is warm and inviting, with electric heaters and a wood burning stove to gather around and enjoy. There are books and local guides available in the lodge and beautiful artefacts throughout, including fabrics designed by Charlotte who owns the lodge.

Apart from the adjacent cottage, which is also available, guests are left to enjoy the space and tranquillity on their own. There are great walks just on the doorstep and views of the Blue Stack Mountains in the distance.

Guest access
Guests are left to enjoy the entire space.
Other things to note
Ardara is the nearest town to the lodge, just 4 kilometers away. It's a vibrant and bustling town known for the many festivals held throughout the year. There are blue flag beaches, a golf course, superb pubs and restaurants all to be found within a few mins drive of the town, for more information, check out the towns website at ardara.ie.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

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

  • 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
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this lodge?

This lodge is located in Glenties, close to Ardara Heritage Centre, Glengesh Pass, and Lough Nillan. You'll also find Ardara Fort and Owenea Bridge Standing Stone within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1?

No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.

Is this lodge next to a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Are there hot tubs at The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this lodge include breakfast service?

No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

What is the closest airport to this lodge?

The closest major airport to this lodge is Donegal (CFN), which is about 19.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1?

Yes, every guestroom at The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1 comes with a porch.

The Hidden Lodge, Ardara, Donegal. F94 X3C1 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage offers inspiring views and cozy lodging with many lovely touches from the decor to the linens. Host was very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was spectacular, anyone wanting to really get away from the hustle and bustle of the world would find it the perfect spot . The lodge was beautiful inside , very cosy and clean . The decor was very tasteful and elegant. The amenities were mostly excellent apart from a few tiny issues ( we had to buy a pack of dish cloths as didnt always want to use dishwasher) and a bigger inside bin would be handy . The beds were very comfortable and linen pristinely clean . The one real negative I feel compelled to mention is the road up to the lodge . It’s probably a quarter of a mile of potholes , overgrown brambles and loose gravel . My brother drove and had just gotten a new car .. as you can imagine.. he was not best pleased having to traverse that everyday . It did put a bit of a dampener on our spirits … especially as he had drove 3 hours to get there . We understand that paving a road that length would be a very costly undertaking but even filing the bigger potholes and trimming the more aggressive brambles would’ve helped. It was a shame about the road as the lodge itself was lovely . Genuinely hope the owner reads this and takes it into consideration.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, cute place on a beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway!

The property is beautifully designed. There is great attention to detail. It is also well equipped, homely and comfortable. We loved returning there after a day out. It was very special sitting on the balcony with the binoculars taking in the beautiful views. Thank you Charlotte for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Quiet Hideaway

We loved our time at the Hidden Lodge. It was a perfect place for us to tuck in for a couple days of a slow-down in the middle of our two week trip around Ireland. The quiet town of Ardara had anything we needed and even some sweet little shops to explore. (Definitely stop and visit with Eddie at his tweed shop and get a demonstration of his loom!) We are more scenery and wilderness seekers than city shoppers, though, and the area did not disappoint! Day trips to see waterfalls, mountains, and beaches were just what we were looking for. And even on one of our days when we needed to lay low, the lodge itself is THE most lovely haven.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cozy Cottage w/ Surreal Views

The Hidden Cottage is out of a magazine! Very clean, decorated beautifully, seems brand new and the views from every vantage point are breathtaking. We couldn’t believe how lucky we were to have found it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

A C., Svizzera

Liked: Cleanliness

Un cottage bellissimo

Il cottage è immerso nella campagna, e molto accogliente. La cucina è perfettamente equipaggiata. Tutto l'arredamento é curato e raffinato
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martine N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Découverte Donegal

Parfait
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ein wunderschönes und gemütliches Häuschen mit einer Atemberaubenden Aussicht. Sehr empfehlenswert.

Wir hatten eine sehr wundervolle Zeit und haben den Aufenthalt (auch an den wenigen regnerischen Tagen) sehr genossen. Es ist ein gemütlich eingerichtetes Haus mit einer wunderschönen Aussicht!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023