Nestled in the picturesque Clonmany area of Donegal, The Old Parochial House offers a tranquil retreat amidst beautiful gardens with mountain views and a soothing stream. Enjoy family games and outdoor furniture on the patio or stroll into Clonmany village just 10 minutes away.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House
The Old Parochial House offers the perfect place for a large family/group getaway together. You can spend a relaxing evening in the beautiful garden listening to the stream while enjoying mountain views. Clonmany is one of the most beautiful areas in Donegal. The Old Parochial House is over 100 years old and has been lovingly restored and renovated over the last two years. It has four bedrooms with king size beds with a single sofa bed in one room. All bedrooms have ensuites with shower with the master suite benefitting from a freestanding bath. There is an option for a baby cot. The sofa bed is suitable for 1 adult but 2 young children could share. We also have a separate 1 bedroom annex which can be booked separately.
It has a large living room, utility, cloak room and a large family kitchen. The grounds have landscaped gardens with tarmac driveways and patios. Outdoor furniture is provided with family games where you can enjoy your evening. Clonmany is a short 10-minute stroll from the property.
Annexe: Contains one bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living area space with sofa bed sleeps 4. The annexe also has a separate entrance and patio area from the main house.
Donegal is renowned for beautiful scenic views and is part of the Wild Atlantic Way. Close to the house there are stunning beaches Tullagh Bay and Binion to name just two of many. In Tullagh Bay you can also spend the day with a surf lesson. There are also some amazing hills for walking in the Clonmany area Binion Hill being one where you can enjoy 360-degree views from the top. If you travel a little further out of Clonmany for ten minutes to Urris where there are lots of different walking trains such as the Urris Lakes loop and Butler’s Glen walk. For the more adventurous you can climb Slieve Snaght Inishowen’s highest mountain which rises to 615 meters and on a clear day from the top you can see all the way to Scotland.
Ballyliffin Golf Club is a five-minute drive away from the property this golf club is widely regarded as having the finest links complex in Ireland boasting two championship link courses.
The Famine Village in the Isle of Dough is a five-minute drive away and takes you on an informative and at time humorous journey through Irish history from the famine in the 1840’s up until the present day.
Tullagh Bay Equestrian is located ten minutes from the house and provides riding and trekking for all ages it is great fun for all the family.
The beautiful Glenevin Waterfall is a five-minute drive from the property and has off road parking. The waterfall stands at almost 40 foot tall and has a skinny cascade of freshwater. It provides a lovely ramble from the car park. Taking and enjoying a picnic is a must at one of the many benches provided or take a picnic blanket. The walk from the car park to the waterfall takes about 20 minutes.
Fort Dunree is 12km from Clonmany and is an old retired defensive fort with a military museum which all sits on the spectacular western coastline on the Inishowen Peninsula.
Malin Head is 30km north from Clonmany and the northernmost point of Ireland. The dramatic coastal headland is well worth the visit. This is also where some scenes for Star Wars were filmed at Banba’s Crown you can walk in the steps of Luke Skywalker and get a picture beside the new R2D2 road signs.
If relaxing in a typical Irish Bar is on your list of musts, then Clonmany Village is a ten-minute stroll from the house and has many bars that will be sure to provide you with a good pint of Guinness.
Once a year Clonmany also host a festival which attracts thousands of holiday makers and locals alike and is guaranteed to be a fun family week full of activities. Each night of the entire week Ireland’s top bands performs open air live on stage. During the day there are a lot of activities to keep all the family entertained from cycling events, pet shows, treasure hunts, talent competitions, Ceili’s and a fun fair for all the family.
There are many more activities and places to visit in Inishowen and surrounding Donegal what I have named are but a few. What I can guarantee you is that once you visit Inishowen and especially Clonmany you will be planning your next trip back before you leave.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near the bay
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Clonmany, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ballyliffin Golf Course and Buncrana Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glenevin Waterfall and Buncrana Beach. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Clonmany travel guide
Is Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House located?
This family-friendly Clonmany holiday home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Glenevin Waterfall, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ballyliffin Golf Course and Doagh Famine Village. Carrickbrackey Castle and Fort Dunree are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Beautifully renovated 4 Bed Detached House Reviews
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The whole house was in excellent condition every room was spotless the kitchen was fully equipped including a welcoming pack in the fridge. There were games and toys in a number of cupboards which catered for young and old On arriving Hugh was there to greet us and show us round the house informing us of how things worked ie heating
We had such a wonderful time in this beautiful, luxury house. The location is also fantastic. Highly recommended. We very much hope to stay here again.
Very clean overall, with very nice bathrooms attached to each bedroom and a very modern kitchen. It was a great base for our activities around Donegal and beyond. There is a nice pub or two and a very good coffee shop with excellent food, coffee and service a short walk into Clonmany. Wish we had discovered it earlier in our stay
Beautiful house, very high level of finish, very clean, great sized rooms. All the utensils you need and good oitdoor space. All rooms ensuite, high quality beds, bedding and nice towels supplied.. Easy flat 10-minute walk into Clonmany village, 5 minutes to local large convenience store (Centra). Easy drive to Ballyliffin Golf Club and 10 minute drive to local beaches. Local taxi facility available.
The house has to be one of the nicest and cleanest house we have ever stayed in we were greeted with fresh scones and flowers everything you can think of was included in the stay only thing I regret is we didn't stay longer
The house is immaculate, very modern and beautifully restored. All living and bedroom spaces very spacious and comfortable. Lovely host and great to deal with.
Highly recommend
Our party of 7 stayed here for a family wedding. The house is absolutely gorgeous, spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. The owner and agent were very helpful and friendly with any questions. We loved the tranquility and the beauty of the surrounding areas, and would love to return another time
We spent a long weekend here with our adult children and it was the most beautiful holiday home we have ever stayed in. It has been superbly renovated, is absolutely immaculate and has every appliance you need.The location is perfect for a great shop and a few pubs within walking distance and just a short drive to Ballyliffin and other local beauty spots. Communication with Colin was excellent and our welcome from Hugh couldn’t have been warmer. Treat yourself to a stay in this gorgeous house and you won’t be disappointed.Thank you
What a stunning home. The renovation is simply amazing. The fact the property had a downstairs bedroom was amazing. All bedrooms had an en-suite toilet. The Kitchen was beautiful too.
Would recommend the Ballyliffin Hotel for food. 10/10..
The Old Parochial House in Clonmany lived up to our expectations. We (my husband and I, our children and grandchildren) spent a wonderful 6 weeks there celebrating my 80th birthday. The house has been lovingly restored with every modern convenience in place. Hugh met us when we arrived and showed us around, and was available at any time. Hugh’s wife Brenda was my saviour for household chores. I can’t say enough good things about the house and the help we received from Hugh and Brenda. Anyone’s wishing to rent this gorgeous house will have no regrets. We have such wonderful memories.
We stayed in the Old Parochial HouseGorgeous property, clean and fresh.Beautiful garden and everything there for us to enjoy our stay.Colin and Hugh were very kind and welcoming.We visit Clonmany often to see family, and this will be our go-to house!
We had a wonderful stay. The house was as lovely as it looks. Kitchen was well equipped and showers were best! Location was great, walking distance to the village and short drive to Buncrana. My family and I had a fantastic stay. Thanks to Colin and Hugh for everything!
We had such a great stay in this beautiful property.
The house was immaculate and had everything we could possibly need. The house is finished to a very high spec and in a great location.
Tullagh Strand beach is 5mins drive and is absolutely gorgeous! Walking distance to a supermarket, cafe, pub, Chinese takeaway and chippy!
We stayed a couple of nights at the Parochial House over new year. Beautiful house, really well equipped with immaculate furnishings and spotlessly clean. Easy driving distance of many beautiful beaches including Tullagh Bay and Malin Head. Our contact Hugh was very attentive and super helpful if we had any questions. Highly recommend.
Our Host Hugh greeted us at the property showed us everything in the home. Fresh scones, fruit and a bottle of wine on the table. True hospitality, recommended restaurants and fabulous local pubs with live music. Sleeping accommodations unparalleled, best of our trip! Suitable for Families with children or just adults like us!!! Each evening we enjoyed Happy Hour in the beautiful courtyard! Be sure to visit the Famine Village while in the area!! Absolutely would return to this home!!!
We arrived and found the instructions to access the home were spot on. Upon entering we were completely satisfied with everything and the house was clean, well organized and very nice. The bedrooms were fantastic and having a bathroom in each bedroom was a great feature - beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was great to cook in
Our contact at site Hugh stopped by to check on us after a couple of days and he was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed
Highly recommend this house when in the area- it’s fresh and new
Great house in a superb location with an excellent host who replied instantly to my comms. Beautiful part of Donegal with lots to see and do close by. This really is one of the best holiday rental properties I have stayed in. It was our second visit to the Old Parochial House. Would definitely recommend.