Guide to Glenveagh for Luxury Self-Catering Cottage Breaks

Glenveagh for Luxury Self-Catering Breaks

Glenveagh is a stunning National park found in the north west of Ireland in county Donegal, the second largest National Park in the country covering 170 kilometres of hillside above the Glenveagh Castle. A luxury cottage break in Glenveagh may appeal to you if you are looking to stay somewhere naturally beautiful. The Castle is situated on the shore of the Lough Veagh and the castle's gardens display an array of beautiful and delicate plants and flowers from Chile, Tasmania and Madeira. It is also home to the largest herd of red deer in Ireland and now the Golden Eagle. The county of Donegal has a lot to offer for luxury cottage breaks including stunning beaches, traditional irish music, beautiful sights and fantastic foods.

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Top tips on Quality Food and Dining

Donegal is a hidden paradise of fantastic restaurants and wonderfully prepared dishes. The rugged landscape and rich wilderness mean that only the freshest produce is found here and this is used throughout the local restaurants and cafes. Some of the great restaurants in the area include The Milford Inn, Leo's Tavern, Tir Connaill and Ripples. Or if you prefer buy some local ingredients and enjoy cooking in your luxurious holiday home.

Places of Interest and Tourist Attractions in Glenveagh

As well as fantastic food for you to enjoy, there is also plenty of beautiful and wonderful places of interest on offer in the Glenveagh National Park and County Donegal. Not only can you visit the Glenveagh Castle and Gardens but there are also other places of historical interest available in Donegal such as the Ardara Fort, Inch Castle and the Portal Tomb. The area also boasts some beautiful beaches that are well worth a visit or you could spend the day playing some family beach games in the sand. Some beaches you may wish to visit on your luxury cottage break include Tramore Beach which is ideally suited to water sports and surfing, Stroove Beach which has been awarded a blue flag award or the one kilometre Fintra Beach.

Recommended Activities to Enjoy on a Luxury Self-Catering Break in Glenveagh

If sightseeing and tourist attractions aren't really your thing and you'd prefer to spend a self-catering holiday enjoying the natural wonders around you and making the most of the wonderful countryside and coast then Donegal and Glenveagh offer a great selection of activities. Horse riding along the beach, golf, boat trips, angling, walking, cycling and many water sports can be found in this fantastic area. So get out and active in the wonderful National Park landscapes or enjoy the thrill of the sea with a refreshing surf.

Add an extra touch of luxury...

Luxury doesn't just have to come in the form of your own wonderful self-catering cottage, you can also bring some luxury to the rest of your trip in terms of the restaurants you visit or maybe you'd like to take a helicopter tour of the Glenveagh National Park and Ireland. You can also take a luxury boat tour around the coast of Donegal taking in the beautiful sights and amazing wildlife.

More Places of Interest and Tourist Attractions in Glenveagh:

There is so much to see in Glenveagh including miles and miles of stunning countryside. Attractions you may want to visit on your luxury self-catering break include Glenveagh Nature and Outdoor learning centre, Glenveagh Castle, Donegal Tours, Irish Landmark Trust Termon House, Atlantic drive, St. Columb's and The Flough. Whether you decide to take it easy or have an action packed time, we hope you find high quality self-catering accommodation in Glenveagh.

Glenveagh, a naturally beautiful place for a luxurious cottage break