Donegal is an enchanting place with its stunning and wild beauty. We drove down from Inishowen, past Letternkenny, and into Carrigart. The pictures of this cottage do not do it justice, as this oasis is cradled in the arms of what the locals call Moon Valley with lovely views from every window (even the shower has a good view). The cottage is warm and inviting - the fireplace between the sitting room and bedroom makes the space cozy and relaxing.
Tom and Liz greeted us a few minutes after our arrival and showed us all the many amenities and extra special touches this cottage has to offer. Tea bags and milk in the fridge to revive you after your journey, real coffee, firewood and turf all ready to warm us on a windy October day.
The cottage is in the perfect spot to explore Northwest Donegal - a half hour drive brings you to the incomparable Fanad Lighthouse or the majestic Glenveagh Castle and Park, 15 minutes drive and you can have a delicious pizza and a pint at Logue's while listening to the wonderful Monday night Raised on Songs and Stories session hosted by Ruairi Friel, head to Dunfanaghy, go horseback riding on the beach and then pick up wine, local smoked salmon and Guinness bread at the Green Man for a stay at home dinner on the deck, basking in the glow from the stars and the moon. There's lots of hiking nearby - Ards Forest Park and Muckish are short drives away. Rathmullen, Ards, and Ramelton all have wonderful walking tours offered by locals with lots of knowledge and charm.
It was a perfect vacation!