Muckross School House

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Muckross School House
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Excellent location!

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Muckross School House in County Donegal offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying the serene surroundings. Comfortable Accommodation: The holiday home features two bedrooms and a living room with a cosy fireplace. A fully equipped kitchen includes a kitchenette, balcony, and patio, ensuring a comfortable stay. Convenient Facilities: Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional amenities include free on-site private parking, bike hire, and barbecue facilities. Express check-in and check-out services enhance the guest experience. Local Attractions: Muckros Bay Beach is just a few steps away, while Slieve League is 12 km distant. Glencolumbkille Folk Village lies 17 km from the property, and Narin & Portnoo Golf Club is 37 km away. Donegal Airport is 73 km from Muckross School House.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kate
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was superb, which made our stay special.”
  • Lindy
    United States United States
    “The location is a one off, the beauty and location is a very rare thing indeed. The host Peter was extremely thoughtful and helpful in his communications. His directions and communications were very clear and helpful. There are no words for the...”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The history of the house. Also the scenery is amazing.”
  • Johannes
    Germany Germany
    “Amazing location, fabulous view, really comfortable and a great and responsive host.”
  • Adam
    United States United States
    “With zero hyperbole I can say this is the quintessential Irish cottage experience. While not the largest place you might stay, the cottage has just enough space to be perfectly sized and set up in a way that only magnifies the charm of the...”
  • Owen
    Ireland Ireland
    “Great location, nice and quiet, easy walk to the beach and plenty of areas to visit withing easy and scenic drives. Nice clean and comfortable house with a bit of character.”
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location amazing and house was lovely Really enjoyed our stay. Will be back”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was excellent. You’d go along way around the world to get a better view than the view from the schoolhouse. The beach below the schoolhouse is absolutely fantastic.”
  • Suneet
    India India
    “Location is excellent. House is clean and beautiful”
  • Nataliia
    Ukraine Ukraine
    “расположение потрясающее.Очень уютно и по домашнему. В доме есть все необходимое для отдыха . Если вам надо место релакса и перезагрузки - это именно то что надо.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Peter Smyth

9.6
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Peter Smyth
The School House is an established holiday rental cottage, with numerous excellent reviews. There is unlimited wifi broadband! It is a beautiful holiday cottage located in a breath taking location in Muckross, on the Wild Atlantic Way, 2km from the village of Kilcar and 10km from Killybegs in South Donegal. Slieve League, Europe's highest sea cliff is 10km away. Sleeping up to 5 people (may accommodate 6 on request), the property is located at the base of Croagh Muckros and overlooks Trá Lathar beach, a favourite for surfing enthusiasts, and Muckross Head. A five minute walk away is Trá Bhán, which is a tranquil beach suitable for swimming and family activities. The School House is steeped in history - as the name suggests, it was once the school for the local area!
My Grandfather was an artist who fell in love with the Donegal landscapes. He purchased The School House in the 1960's and converted the property into a holiday home. I grew up spending happy Summer holidays in Muckross. I live a couple of hours away but I have a local housekeeper who maintains the cottage and is available at short notice to assist as required.
There are 2 nearby beaches. Trá Bhán is a 5 minute walk and is ideal for swimming and families - follow the sign posted directions from the cross roads entering Muckross. Trá Lathar is located directly below the School House - this beach has strong currents and is not suitable for swimming but is very popular with surfers. There are numerous other beach options. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the area is ideal for walking and climbing enthusiasts. Croagh Muckros, directly behind the School House, is a relatively gentle climb for hill walkers – access from the view point corner after the School House for a more gentle ascent. The walk to Muckross Head is a must for any visitors staying at the School House. At low tide it is possible to explore caves at the back of the head land. Slieve League is europe’s highest sea cliff - trips depart from Teelin Pier near Carrick. If you are lucky you will be joined by dolphins, whales, seals or even basking sharks. Kilcar is 2km away - a few minutes by car or a pleasant 20 minute walk. The village has the principal tweed hand weaving facility in Donegal, with the 'Studio Donegal' selling high quality Donegal tweed products.
Languages spoken: Catalan,English,Spanish

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
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Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.