There is no doubt that there's something special about this place. The setting is very remote and utterly breathtaking. The cottage stands on its own in a valley that was obviously depopulated before electrifiction as there are no poles, no wires - in fact it doesn’t look like it’s changed much in hundreds of years. At night, you can’t see another light in any direction - which must be quite unique nowadays - and the cottage is a real haven for this.

Inside, the cottage is charming with interesting objet d'art and homely touches throughout. There is a very cosy sheepskin snug beside the stove (and main hot water pipes), and a comfortable four poster bed in the master bedroom.

Despite two stoves on full blast, though, the cottage was quite cold throughout the week we spent there. I was wearing two jumpers and a scarf indoors for most of the time. The cold wasn’t helped by the gales blowing under the front door and around the windows. Despite heavy curtains, the house is extremely draughty - unsurprising considering the inch gap under the front door. Bring plenty of turf, warm clothes, and good firelighters when you’re coming. You’ll need them.

While the cottage is tidy - it's generally not very clean which is probably to be expected in an older house - and probably inevitable with the “trust” arrangement in place.

Overall, though, we enjoyed our week in Port very much and would recommend the cottage and setting highly. This part of Donegal is very unspoilt and beautiful - it’s a treat to spend time there. But word to the wise: this isn’t a place for the squeamish.