Our stay at the Lough Anna Cottage was wonderful, and we were surprised and touched at how welcome Allaye made us feel as her guests. Arriving after dusk, we were welcomed by Allaye and her friend with chairs by the crackling hearth fire and beverages to keep the night chill away. In the morning Allaye cooked us a delicious homemade breakfast displaying her excellent skills as both a baker and a chef. The cottage itself is lovely, 200 years old and bursting with charm and character. If you are looking for a place to relax and recuperate in County Donegal, then this is that place, as opportunities to explore Ireland's wild hills, majestic coasts, and hidden lakes are as close as a step out the front door or as far away as a few minutes drive. Our only regret is that we stayed here for just one night. If given the chance to stay again we would, and in a heartbeat!