Property Details

The Stone Cottage is a little slice of contemporary Irish coziness for 2 guests. It offers a calm, stylish and well-equipped stay in Donegal — ideal for couples looking to unwind, slow down and switch off.

☆ 5-minute walk to Kilcar Village
☆ 5-minute drive to quiet, sandy beaches: you could have it to yourself
☆ 10km to Slieve League : Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs
☆ 10-minute drive to the Secret Waterfall
☆ Scenic walks right from your door

Set in the heart of South West Donegal, you’re just a short walk to Kilcar village, with some of Donegal’s most spectacular scenery, beaches and walking trails from your doorstep.

Step inside from the wild beauty of Donegal and you’ll find a warm, inviting living, dining and kitchen space where couples can enjoy time together. Put on your favourite show or listen to some music, prepare dinner together, get spoiled — or do the spoiling.

The kitchen has full-sized appliances, making meals feel easy. Dine together. Cozy up in comfort.

The bedroom and en-suite are accessed via an internal staircase with a bespoke metal handrail. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious bedroom with a super-king bed (2m / 6ft wide), plenty of space for your belongings and everything you need to get ready comfortably, including a full-length mirror, hairdryer and dressing table with seating.

An undisturbed stay, from self-check in to contactless check-out.

Our GuestApp answers many of the questions you may have during your stay and includes our carefully curated recommendations for places we genuinely love.

We’re always happy to help if you need us, while respecting your privacy and allowing you to enjoy an undisturbed stay.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗔𝗧𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗪𝗔𝗬 ✪ 𝟱-𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 ✪ 𝟱-𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 ✪ 𝟭𝟬𝗸𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗳𝘀 ✪ 𝟭𝟬𝗸𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 ✪ 𝟭𝟬-𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹 ✪ 𝟭𝟱-𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗴𝘀, 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱'𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁

After booking, you'll enjoy an exclusive GuestApp filled with inspiration and insider tips.

✰ The photo gallery shows just a snippet. ✰ Southwest Donegal is a photographer’s dream, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as those seeking a relaxing coastal escape.

》𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪
Lots of guests comment on the view —
a vista of mountains, valley and sea and just a 5-minute stroll to Kilcar Village.

》𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣
✰ You’ll be staying on an elevated site, surrounded by green fields and beautiful nature.
You can walk to the beaches (it takes 25-30 mins), explore the coastal inlets or hike Croagh Muckross...ALL without getting into the car!
✰ There are designated walks in all directions from the village, and the one which passes by the accommodation takes in the world-famous Hills of Donegal, provides you with a rare and almost unknown angle of Slieve League, Donegal Bay and the Atlantic all in one shot.

》𝗲𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗘
To really make the most of the outdoors, book your eBikes or regular bikes through Ireland-By-Bike, which can be delivered for your arrival.

》𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗬 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦: 5 minute drive (or a 25-30 min walk)
Just 5 minutes to the nearest sandy beach, 6-8 minutes to another and under 10 minutes to a Blue-Flag Beach. ✰ The beautiful Silver Strand (the one with the all the steps) is under 25 minutes. ✰ There are a myriad of other beaches for you to explore, even with caves and some with super high sand dunes.

》𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣𝗦
Create even more memories by taking a boat trip beneath Bunglas and Slieve League cliffs. Or, a Wild Atlantic Cruise from Killybegs.

》𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗚𝗘
✰ 𝗔 𝟱-𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹
✰ In the valley below, you’ll find a grocery store with a deli and freshly baked goods, a tearoom that serves all-day Irish breakfasts, a takeaway, a library, fitness suite and a playground.
✰ You can view interesting photographs and artefacts about times gone by, or check out Studio Donegal Woollen Mills for weaving demonstrations and crafts.

》𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞
✰ There’s takeaways if you have refer not to cook or some great eateries locally. In Kilcar, there are tea rooms, a takeaway and the new, Memory Lane Teahouse (winter may have limited openings). There are bars in Kilcar village.
✰ The GuestApp includes our personal recommendations around Donegal’s coast.

While a car is recommended, we’ve had several guests who’ve enjoyed walking and cycling around the area. In-depth info is provided to you in your GuestApp so you can organise transport/excursions with ease.

》VILLAGE
It’s a 5-6 minute walk to Kilcar Village which has a Centra Shop and many other amenities.

》BEAUTIFUL WALKS
From your doorstep.

》CYCLE
Bicycles and eBikes can be hired locally and delivered for free — previous guests have thoroughly enjoyed the experience of exploring the area by bike.

》BUS
Both Bus Éireann and the Local Link bus service can take you to Kilcar village. The GuestApp provides helpful info on this.

》TAXI
There are very reliable taxi services in the area.

》BY FOOT
The Kilcar Way Walk passes by the accommodation, and there are several other walks/hikes in the locality.

》DONEGAL AIRPORT
You can also fly to Donegal with Aer Lingus from Dublin or Logan Air from Glasgow, which is really convenient as it's just 68km to the airport. If you decide to fly here, you need to arrange car hire in advance by contacting the airport.

》BOAT
There are sight-seeing boat trips in the area that previous guests have thoroughly enjoyed.

There is planning permission and a fire safety certificate to rent this cottage — providing comfort and safety is a priority.