Lough Eske, F94 EP48 Donegal, Ireland
#2 of 19 B&Bs and inns in Donegal
Guests' ChoiceBased on 96 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 13, 2024
Richard
United States of AmericaThe weather. But, Noreen couldn't help us with that, lol.
Excellent!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Supreme
United KingdomThe owner was the most friendly and helpful of anywhere we have stayed. So warm and welcoming and accommodating, she was so lovely and we would love to stay again. The view and garden was stunning and I really loved the beautiful cedar tree outside the place is so well maintained and I wish we could have stayed even longer was sad to leave. Lovely bedroom with a stunning view what more can we say.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Colm
United KingdomExceptional clean and very welcoming
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Trevor
AustraliaNothing
Exemplary facilities, delightful host
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Susan
United KingdomAmazing stay in a beautiful location. Everything we needed there and host Noreen absolutely wonderful!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Natalie
United KingdomNothing, everything was great
Noreen the host was exceptional with nothing too much trouble. The view, WOW, what an incredible position overlooking the water. Very peaceful location and easy to get into Donegal by car. Great continental breakfast with range of choices
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Mc
IrelandEverything was great. Highly recommended. Best place I ever stayed in .
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Oscar
IrelandAmazing host, amazing place... will be back for sure !
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 28, 2023
Gerard
IrelandLocation is a bit remote from other facilities and attractions, other than nearby lake.
cleanliness of room, good breakfast and welcoming host.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 28, 2023
Helen
United KingdomThe breakfast was delicious.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 21, 2023
Helmut
AustriaThere is nothing I could think of!!
Arches Country House is a perfect place to relax. We enjoyed a comfortable accomodation and a lush breakfast. We had a room with a lovely view on the lake and the surrouding woods. It was very quiet and the furnishing of the spacious room was luxurious. We went on hiking trails nearby and took lovely trips to the cliffs and the shore. Noreen provided us with a perfekt breakfast and she gave us useful tips for our trip. We highly recommend Arches Country House. We would have loved to stay longer! Thank you Noreen!!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 9, 2023
Howard
United KingdomPerfect B&B beautiful views, very comfortable
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 5, 2023
Helen
AustraliaCould hear people in the room above moving around until about 11pm
Noreens place was beautiful. Amazing view, with gardens impeccably manicured. Spacious and clean. Lovely home cooked breakfast..
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 1, 2023
Omar
SpainAmazing place to stay in Donegal everything was perfect. The room, breakfast, the view over the lake. I would definitely go back.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 25, 2023
Harshvardhan
IndiaI loved the entry. It's grand. The lady is very warm and the food is lovely
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 9, 2023
Jennet
United KingdomNoreen was an excellent host, very welcoming and friendly. The setting was idyllic with a view from our room over Lough Eske. We were a short drive from Biddy O'Barnes, where we had a lovely evening meal on Noreens' recommendation. On arrival, we were given a menu to choose our breakfast option. Full Irish was chosen by us both, and it didn't disappoint. Set us up for a full day of exploring and driving. Would definitely stay again. The room was lovely with all the amenities you would expect, kettle, hairdryer, and TV.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 7, 2023
Steve
United KingdomExcellent host, stunning location.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 4, 2023
Andy
United Kingdomlovely views and very friendly. Great stay
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 30, 2023
Marie
United Kingdomnothing
stunning views, beautiful house and well maintained. very clean and host Noreen was very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: August 12, 2022
Alessandra
IrelandThe property exceed all our expectations. The room was comfy, clean and with a marvellous view. The walking shower and the very well kept garden were a plus. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. The hostess Noreen was brilliant and made us feel like we were at home. We had a fantastic relaxing time and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 5, 2022
Stephen
United KingdomNothing
This is a brilliant spot! Just a few minutes from Donegal town but seems like you're in the lovely Donegal countryside! Perfect! The B and B is a gorgeous modern (but not cold or clinical) house with large bedrooms with en-suites. The room was in perfect condition with absolutely spotless carpet and bedding etc. the bathroom had a large shower with hot water a plenty! The large bedroom had a bay window with two matching cool armchairs looking out and all the way down to Loch Eske. I was welcomed by Noreen who has run the place for over 30 years and she is a seasoned professional! Her welcome was warm and friendly and she got me settled into my room in minutes. I always struggle to sleep when away from home and I got a full night sleep in the very comfy bed. Woke refreshed and then enjoyed a freshly made full Irish. Noreen didn't have much to wash up after me! Delicious! I would wholeheartedly recommend this place. I will definitely be back when next in the area. Just as a final note the tv had many channels and the WiFi worked perfectly which I needed for work. The Arches- what a find!!!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: July 17, 2022
Maureen
United KingdomNothing
The accommodation was spotlessly clean,views were amazing and the host Noreen couldn't have been any nicer
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 15, 2022
Aidan
IrelandNothing!
Surroundings, hosts and accommodation where fantastic
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 13, 2022
Ladyang
United KingdomCan't fault anything
No 4 Lovely room, beautiful view, bed Hugh 6foot supper comfy. Gardens kept to perfection Great bathroom walk in shower Super breakfast Noreen is the perfect host
Stayed in July 2022
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