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Set in Donegal and only 3.2 km from Narin & Portnoo Golf Club, Granny Dens offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With lake views, this accommodation features a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. The holiday home is located on the ground floor and is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. As an added convenience, the holiday home offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Granny Dens will be able to enjoy activities in and around Donegal, like hiking. Barbecue facilities are included at the holiday home, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Folk Village Museum is 34 km from the accommodation, while Slieve League is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Donegal Airport, 39 km from Granny Dens.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Donegal
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  • Ashe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful comfortable 👌 spotless clean. Ideal location too lots of places to visit. The local pub the tavern is also a must. Caroline is an exceptional host
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was well maintained & well thought out for things a visitor might need.
  • Birgit
    Ireland Ireland
    The property was lovely and made us feel like home
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Caroline Shovelin

10
10
Host review score
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Caroline Shovelin
Welcome to Granny Dens, A traditional country style home, where a warm turf fire will welcome our guests along with home baking treats on arrival. This old 1900`s cottage has been renovated over the years and now boasts a warm homely feel for guest to enjoy time to relax in the tranquil surroundings - the property has its own private on-site parking together with a large garden area. The property has a solid fuel stove with traditional country style theme, one of the bedrooms has its own en-suite facility and the second bedroom has a double bed and bunk beds, a cot can be provided on request along with babysitting service. The Kitchen has all the requirements for family living. The property has oil central heating which can be timed to suit your needs. We hope you enjopy your stay at Granny Dens......
Caroline lives next door to the property and will always be available to help or assist in any way, Caroline looks after the property along with her young daughter, they both do all the home baking for the guests - Breakfasts can be arranged if required and extra home baking or food hampers at a small extra charge can be provided.
The local area of Narin / Portnoo is a beautiful destination on the Wild Atlantic Way, this area has an abundance of sandy beaches to choose from, where long walks are a must. A scenic 18 hole links Golf course is located within 1km of the property. The area is also home to the Dolman Stone, A Megalithic monument within walking distance from the property. The adjoining village of Ardara, a short distance away, is the home of weaving and crafts in Donegal, and also has lots of bar`s and restaurants to choose from. The Assarancha Waterfall is a must visit……even on a wet day, with a visit to the Maghera Caves. Just to the rear of the property is a small family farm, with pet Donkeys, Daisy & Jack, a mother & son, Blossom & Buster – these animals can be petted and fed with supervision. The adjoining fields have cows, calves, sheep and Horses. There is a beautiful lake within walking distance from the property and guests are permitted to walk the farm lands to avail of its beauty.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Granny Dens
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

2 cots available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Granny Dens in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Granny Dens

  • Granny Dens is 16.8 miles from the centre of Donegal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Granny Dens can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Granny Dens is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Granny Dens may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Granny Dens offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach
    • Horse riding

  • Check-in at Granny Dens is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Granny Dens has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from Granny Dens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.