About this property

Beachfront Location: Muckross School House in Kilcar offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying the serene surroundings. Comfortable Accommodations: The holiday home features two bedrooms and a living room with a cozy fireplace. Amenities include a kitchenette, balcony, patio, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. Local Attractions: Muckros Bay Beach is just a few steps away, while Slieve League is 7.5 mi and Glencolumbkille Folk Village lies 11 mi from the property. Narin & Portnoo Golf Club is 24 mi and Donegal Airport is 45 mi distant. Highly rated for its scenic location.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Laura
Canada Canada
Spectacular view. Great help from Nora, she was absolutely amazing! The area is beautiful.
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.
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.

Hosted by Peter Smyth

9.1
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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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Amenities of Muckross School House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

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From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
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0 - 2 years
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