The perfect country getaway!

My husband and I were looking for a relaxing, quiet weekend away, and the lovely cottage in Fintown certainly delivered! Its location is very remote, so as soon as you step out of the car you notice the total silence (except for the occasional sheep bleat). The view around the cottage is beautiful, with rugged hills and valleys making up the landscape.

Anna, our hostess, was incredibly warm and helpful, and she explained every detail about how to use the kitchen, stove and other aspects of the cottage. The cottage itself is very rustic yet comfortable. There’s no TV or wifi, which is great if you’re looking for an unplugged vacation. We brought a bottle of wine and relaxed in front of the wood-burning stove, which makes the cottage nice and cozy. The kitchen was perfect for two, and included a hob, tea kettle, toaster, microwave, and fridge, along with cooking utensils, pots and pans.

As far as things to do, Fintown itself is very small, so you’re best planning day trips to other parts of Donegal if you’re looking for more of a buzz. We had a drive over to Glenties, a quaint nearby village that has quite a few pubs. We also went to Glenveagh National Park, which was breathtakingly gorgeous and full of things to see and do. Donegal town is also nice and has a number of restaurants and shops.

We are definitely planning on returning to the cottage in the future. It has such a personal touch and is so relaxing. I would say it’s ideal for a couple who want a romantic getaway (with no distractions!). It’s a wonderful place to stay and the surrounding landscape is stunning.

Enjoy!