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Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal

2.0 star property
Family-friendly cottage in Killybegs

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Beach
Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Killybegs, Donegal
  • Place, Slieve League
  • Place, Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Killybegs

This cottage places you within a few miles (5 km) of Maritime & Heritage Centre and Killybegs Childrens Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Atlantic Technological University Killybegs Campus - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Killybegs Childrens Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • St. John's Point - 24 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 31 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anderson’s Boathouse Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ahoy Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kilcar House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Evelyn’s Central Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mary Murrin's Bar - ‬10 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.

Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal

This unique beachfront cottage, built in the 1930's by the then owners of Fintra House as a holiday cottage for their family remains largely untouched in its original condition. It is situated only metres from the beautiful Fintra Bay Blue flag beach.
The cottage feature a large living/dining area with an open fireplace for cosy evenings.
All the other rooms in the cottage lead off from this room.
The garden overlooks the beach and is a fantastic space to relax and listen to the waves or even have a BBQ.
The location is ideal for exploring South West Donegal, the nearby sea cliffs of Slieve League, and the other beautiful nearby beaches and country walks. Donegal Town is about 30 minutes drive away and the fishing port of Killybegs is less than 10 minutes away.
The cottage has it's own private entrance driveway with parking for up to 3 cars.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.

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 is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Killybegs, close to St. John's Point, Glengesh Pass, and Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Visitor Centre. You'll also find Maritime & Heritage Centre and Killybegs Childrens Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal?

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

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Donegal (CFN), which is about 28.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal.

Reviews

Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark S.

Before booking there are a couple of things folks need to be aware of. The driveway up to the place is terrible. Its a 0.5 mile sand track and is full off deep holes 3 mph max. Its not the cleanest place with spiders webs and mould (they charge 70 for cleaning) dont know why.On the plus side. Youre right on the beach and the cottage gives you a great sense of old world living.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was very relaxing right on the beach. A couple minute walk and you are on the beach. Hosts are very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerard B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is beautiful and the views are stunning but the house itself was really dirty we spent the first 3 days cleaning and washing everything we needed to use including bed linen and bath towels even the washing machine needed cleaning before we could use it witch added a lot of stress to what was meant to be a relaxing holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!! Excellent host. We had such a great time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness

Re-set for the soul

We wanted to relax and this cottage was perfect. The beach is 30 seconds walk, the view is breathtaking. We relaxed, played games, read, talked around the open fire, swam, walked and just chilled. No tv, no screens (although there is Wi-Fi), we detached from the phones and iPads and let our brains breathe. Will be booking again for next year or maybe even during winter. Tony and John were so helpful yet respectful of our privacy. Can not fault the cottage or the area. Loved every minute.
The view from the cottage
On the beach
On the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025