Granny Dens

Portnoo Narin, Donegal, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>70</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
70 reviews

Super clean, working traditional fireplace, close to Neolithic monument and our favourite beach in the world. Our thoughtful host was nearby.

Alan Canada
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Granny Dens

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  • Entire home
  • 129 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
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Granny Dens offers accommodations in Donegal, 2 miles from Narin & Portnoo Golf Club and 16 miles from Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property features barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. As an added convenience, the vacation home offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Granny Dens can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Folk Village Museum is 21 miles from the accommodation, while Slieve League is 22 miles away. The nearest airport is Donegal Airport, 24 miles from Granny Dens.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

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 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
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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  • Alan
    Canada Canada
    “Super clean, working traditional fireplace, close to Neolithic monument and our favourite beach in the world. Our thoughtful host was nearby.”
  • Frank
    United States of America United States of America
    “House was cozy and in the country. Caroline was wonderful as she had warm scones for us on arrival and checked with us to insure everything met our needs.”
  • Oleg
    Ireland Ireland
    “The house itself was immaculate, well-maintained, and exactly as advertised. The host was incredibly hospitable and responsive to any queries we had. I would definitely recommend it to others looking for a seamless vacation rental experience.”

Hosted by Caroline Shovelin

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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

Area info

Amenities of Granny Dens
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting 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
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Suit 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
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

2 cribs available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

FAQs about Granny Dens

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

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

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

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach
    • Horseback riding

  • Granny Dens can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

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

  • Check-in at Granny Dens is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

  • The prices at Granny Dens may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Granny Dens has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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