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The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view

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A dining area with a wooden table, blue chairs, and a view of the outdoors through glass doors.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a view of a body of water and hills.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by blue chairs.
A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view, a hanging light fixture, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Dungloe, Donegal
  • Place, Lough Nascollop
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lough Tunny
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluestack Mountains
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Double Twin

2 Double Beds

Master King

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Single Twin

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Lettermacaward

Located in Lettermacaward, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum and Ardara Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Derkmore Wood Nature Reserve and Lough Nascollop. Travelling with kids? Consider Sandfield Pitch and Putt Course and Selkie Sailing. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Dungloe, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Lough Nascollop - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lough Tunny - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bluestack Mountains - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Dirkmore Lough - 18 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Dooey Beach - 21 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gweebarra Bar & McCready's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cope Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beedys Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Patrick Johnnie Sallys - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pirates of the Coffeebean - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Oyster House -Right by the sea with panoramic view located?

This family-friendly Lettermacaward cottage is located on the waterfront, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lough Nascollop, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bluestack Mountains and Dirkmore Lough. Dooey Beach and Long Lough are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage with spectacular views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a dream. Excellent location, super peaceful. Spent the week. This was my 3rd time here and will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location.

We really enjoyed our stay at Oyster house and would highly recommend it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect rental. The house was immaculate, view exceptional, cleanliness perfect, reception by host's representatives friendly and professional. We've never had a rental where the host had fresh flowers on the table, milk and necessities in the fridge, etc etc. Our next stay in Ireland we will rent this place again, and for a longer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular, cozy cottage with spectacular views. Quiet, peaceful, refreshing - words and pictures can't describe the view and how amazing this place is.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely fall trip

We loved our stay and had all that we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation Home

Our family of six (two couples and two children) loved this vacation home! We enjoyed watching the tide come in and out in from the porch and living areas of this tastefully decorated and comfortable home. We would recommend this to family and friends for relaxing trip to Donegal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your review . It was lovely to host your family .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect stay

We enjoyed three wonderful and very sunny days at this beautiful property and left restored and hoping to return again very soon. The house is beautifully located and decorated and is of a very high standard. Will recommend to friends and family and hope to return ourselves very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
Thank you Susan for your review. so glad you liked the decor. We would love to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Escape

Our stay at the Oyster House was wonderful; it was a beautiful home in a beautiful setting. The house was clean, comfortable, and very cozy. The location was great as well; perfect place to explore Donegal and all it has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility

The perfect getaway We both thoroughly enjoyed our stay and appreciated the peace and privacy here Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special place in my Heart

This place is special. Amazing location, Anazing view, Amazing house. The perfect Ireland get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Touring the North of Ireland

A great location for touring Donegal situated in a lovely bay with fantastic views. Though unable to use the outside area (weather) this would be lovely for breakfast, lunch, lazing, and sundowners.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Oyster House is a truly peaceful spot with stunning views, perfect for switching off and recharging. The property is spotless, cosy and set up for a relaxing stay, with everything you need and nothing that disturbs the calm. Our host was excellent – welcoming from the start, clear with communication and quick to help with anything we needed. A place that delivers exactly what it promises, and one we’d happily return to.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location to explore Co. Donegal

The house is beautifully located by the water and has a great outdoor seating area. It is centrally located in Co Donegal to be able to explore this wonderful part of Ireland. The house is well appointed with a large kitchen and dining area which opens out onto the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic!

Couldn't have asked for a better accommodation or location. The place is perfect and views are stunning. Will be returning and recommending to friends & family! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Paradise

Our family absolutely loved the house! Especially walking in to the beautiful view, with fresh scones waiting for you. It was perfect to sit and enjoy, and ideally located to venture off to other wonders of County Donegal. Close to the supermarket and a quick drive to Dungloe town with ample restaurants/pubs. A big thanks to our host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquility

Beautiful little cottage with oil heating and two stoves with turf supplied. Beautiful views from the rear widows and the Oyster workers
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oyster house

Wonderful stay. Well stocked kitchen. Beautiful views, can watch the oyster farmers at low tide. Lots of birds to watch in backyard. Warm scones, milk and fresh roses waiting for us on arrival. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very well appointed and the decor is great, which meant that we had a very relaxing and comfortable stay. A super location and outlook, which despite the relatively dull weather, gave ever-changing and enchanting sea and landscape views. The welcome was excellent and the house was cosy and warm when we arrived. We did light the stove which added to the evening ambience, especially with a glass or two of Silkie whiskey from the Ardara distillery! Thanks very much for a lovely short break which was a great introduction to County Donegal.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

A beautiful cottage, decor is so pretty. Greeted with tea, coffee, hot chocolate milk and fresh scones. A fire of the bay and the oyster farm at the bottom of the garden. Thank you to Caroline for checking in with us and Natasha for a wonderful stay in her amazing cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a week in this delightful cottage…..3 generations, 5 adults and a baby. The cottage itself is really comfortable and beautifully appointed. The rooms are spacious and the kitchen / diner is airy and well-equipped, opening out onto the terrace with its wonderful views over the estuary. Everything has been thought of….it is a genuine home-from-home. Location-wise, it is only 10 minutes from Dungloe, which offers places to eat as well as good supermarkets. The area is stunningly beautiful and there are some magnificent, empty beaches within a comfortable driving distance. The entire booking process / management was excellent, with Natasha responding swiftly to any questions. Caroline was great - she greeted us, explained everything and had left the table set with tea and scones. We really loved this cottage and the area and would highly recommend it to others seeking to explore a beautiful part of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Slice of Perfection

The Oyster House was situated in such a beautiful area of the bay. Completely private and quiet with plenty of charm and comfort. A well stocked kitchen made meals a delight while sitting on the patio. The house was well appointed with good communication regarding our arrival. A beautiful bouquet of roses along with scones was also part of our delightful arrival after a long day of travel. One can’t order weather but this trip was absolute perfection. We spent our days hiking and discovering beautiful beaches and we made two trips to the neighboring oyster farm for a tour and to purchase oysters that were being raised right in the bay. It was a huge bonus. On one cool and misty day, we found a sauna to rent that was situated looking out to the sea. It was a perfect way to relax on a cool day. This entire area was just spectacular and beautiful.
A perfect afternoon.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us . We would love to welcome you back again. Take care. Alanna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Dream Realized

We originally booked this location for a June 2020 trip to Ireland; however, COVID restrictions eliminated this vacation. I never stopped thinking about this location. We FINALLY got it back on track, and I immediately booked this location. The location is perfect. The bay is visible from the home, and I spent most mornings drinking coffee, writing, and watching the sea. Quiet and contemplative. The furniture is comfortable and laid out nicely. Loved the wood floors and the quaintness of the home (felt like a step back in time). The first day, a friendly horse greeted us. Caroline was excellent, helping us solve a couple of riddles that confounded unfamiliar Americans with how things work in Irish homes. This home was the magical center of my time in Ireland. HIGHLY RECOMMEND it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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