SHROUGHAN, pet friendly, with a garden in Gortahork, County Donegal

Shroughan near Gortahork, County Donegal sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

The living areas in the property consist of a kitchen/diner equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, dining seating for six guests and a TV, and a sitting room with TV. The bedrooms consist of a double with en-suite shower room and two doubles, along with a bathroom and cloakroom. Outside there is an enclosed rear garden with lawn and off-road parking for two cars. Within 2.5 miles you will find a shop and within 2.4 miles, a pub and please note that this is a pet-free and non-smoking property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Escape to Ireland with a stay at Shroughan.

Amenities: Central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher. 2 x TVs, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Enclosed rear garden with lawn. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 2.4 miles

Region: The West of Ireland conjures up many images; thatched, whitewashed cottages, a flock of sheep on a narrow road, an emerald green field with a stone wall, or the Atlantic waves crashing into towering cliffs and rocky shores.

Town: The village of Gortahork is situated on the north western tip of the County Donegal coast, and is an increasingly popular location for surfing and walking. There are several beautiful beaches around the area, and the village is home to the Samhain International Poetry Festival each year. From Gortahork, Glenveagh National Park is easily accessible for a great day out, and with 16,000 acres, it is a walker's paradise. The renowned artist Derek Hill bequeathed his house and gallery near Glenveagh along with his art collection to the nation in 1980, attached is Glebe Gallery and tea rooms which hosts many exhibitions. For a day's relaxation head to nearby Bunbeag which has a swimming pool and a spa area or An Chuirt Hotel which lies at the foot of the Errigal Mountain and has its own health club and spa. Island-hopping is fun for all the family, and from Gortahork, you can charter a boat and visit Arranmore, Cruit Island and Owey Island. Cruit Island is joined to the mainland by a bridge, so is easily reached by car, but chartering a boat is much more exciting! Nearby, the town of Dungloe plays host to the annual ‘Mary From Dungloe’ festival, and is renowned for its fantastic fishing. This is a great location, and an ideal base for touring the area.