Muckross School House

County Donegal Muckross School House, Muckross Kilcar (Towney Road), Kilcar, Ireland – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
9 reviews
a small kitchen with a stove and a sink at Muckross School House in Kilcar
a small house on a hill next to a road at Muckross School House in Kilcar
a bed with a wooden headboard in a bedroom at Muckross School House in Kilcar
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Muckross School House

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  • Entire home
  • 800 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Boasting a patio with mountain views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Muckross School House can be found in Kilcar, close to Muckros Bay Beach and 11 km from Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Slieve League. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. A bicycle rental service is available at the holiday home. Folk Village Museum is 17 km from Muckross School House, while Narin & Portnoo Golf Club is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Donegal Airport, 73 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

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 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.7
Location
10
High score for Kilcar
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  • Owen
    Ireland Ireland
    “Great location, nice and quiet, easy walk to the beach and plenty of areas to visit withing easy and scenic drives. Nice clean and comfortable house with a bit of character.”
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location amazing and house was lovely Really enjoyed our stay. Will be back”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was excellent. You’d go along way around the world to get a better view than the view from the schoolhouse. The beach below the schoolhouse is absolutely fantastic.”
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 Peter Smyth

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Peter Smyth
The School House is an established holiday rental cottage, with numerous excellent reviews. There is unlimited wifi broadband! It is a beautiful holiday cottage located in a breath taking location in Muckross, on the Wild Atlantic Way, 2km from the village of Kilcar and 10km from Killybegs in South Donegal. Slieve League, Europe's highest sea cliff is 10km away. Sleeping up to 5 people (may accommodate 6 on request), the property is located at the base of Croagh Muckros and overlooks Trá Lathar beach, a favourite for surfing enthusiasts, and Muckross Head. A five minute walk away is Trá Bhán, which is a tranquil beach suitable for swimming and family activities. The School House is steeped in history - as the name suggests, it was once the school for the local area!
My Grandfather was an artist who fell in love with the Donegal landscapes. He purchased The School House in the 1960's and converted the property into a holiday home. I grew up spending happy Summer holidays in Muckross. I live a couple of hours away but I have a local housekeeper who maintains the cottage and is available at short notice to assist as required.
There are 2 nearby beaches. Trá Bhán is a 5 minute walk and is ideal for swimming and families - follow the sign posted directions from the cross roads entering Muckross. Trá Lathar is located directly below the School House - this beach has strong currents and is not suitable for swimming but is very popular with surfers. There are numerous other beach options. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the area is ideal for walking and climbing enthusiasts. Croagh Muckros, directly behind the School House, is a relatively gentle climb for hill walkers – access from the view point corner after the School House for a more gentle ascent. The walk to Muckross Head is a must for any visitors staying at the School House. At low tide it is possible to explore caves at the back of the head land. Slieve League is europe’s highest sea cliff - trips depart from Teelin Pier near Carrick. If you are lucky you will be joined by dolphins, whales, seals or even basking sharks. Kilcar is 2km away - a few minutes by car or a pleasant 20 minute walk. The village has the principal tweed hand weaving facility in Donegal, with the 'Studio Donegal' selling high quality Donegal tweed products.
Languages spoken: Catalan,English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Muckross School House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • Catalan
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 00:00

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

Check-out

From 00:00 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.

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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.

1 cot 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.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

FAQs about Muckross School House

  • Muckross School House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • Muckross School House can accommodate the following group size:

    • 5 guests

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

  • Yes, Muckross School House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Muckross School House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Muckross School House is 1.1 miles from the centre of Kilcar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Muckross School House on this page.

  • Muckross School House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Pub crawls
    • Bicycle rental

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Muckross School House on this page.