Reviews of Fintra Bay Hideaway
BALLYARA, F94D5D1 Killybegs, Ireland

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Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewClean, comfortable, beautiful view, we had a great time!
Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis property was so modern and cosy. It had everything we needed and the views were spectacular! The owners were very friendly and left a wee welcome pack for us. We will definitely return
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Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: September 8, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: August 11, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 24, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAs for a solo person looking for a bit of time for fishing ~ everything was perfect. Also received amazing information link from the owners before the stay
For a family of 3 would be a bit too tight inside
Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: July 19, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStunning, it was wonderful place, will deffo be back
Thanks a million. Great to meet yous.
Reviewed: July 17, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBrilliant wee place. It has all you need, close to the beach and Killybegs. Beautiful views. Stephen was always on hand when needed and very helpful. Will definitely visit again
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Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: July 2, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 26, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe hideaway was suitable for our needs. Fully equipped to do some your own meals. Hosts were helpful and friendly.
We were very satisfied. No negative response.
Thanks very much for your kind review. We hope you have safe travels. All the best.
Reviewed: June 25, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewEverything about the accommodation added to our holiday pleasure. Stephen and Pauline were delightful and helpful hosts.
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Thank you very much for your lovely review. Hope to see you again sometime in the future. Cheers Stephen and Pauline.
Reviewed: June 15, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt was very comfortable and tidy. We would definitely go back again if we are up around Donegal.
Thanks a million for your lovely review. We hope you had a good time and hope to see you again someday.
Reviewed: June 13, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThis is an absolutely fantastic find, by far the best I've found in the region. The apartment is perfectly clean, well stocked with any necessities, and very very comfortable. I look forward to my next opportunity to stay again!
Absolutely nothing, it was 10/10
Thanks a million for your kind review. Hope to see you again.
Reviewed: June 8, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewPerfekt location for couples. Everything you need, very warm welcome. Stephen and Pauline are nice hosts, they even let us do our laundry at their home. Highly recommended!! Thanx for Everything!!
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Thank you very much for your kind review. We hope you enjoyed Donegal and hope to see you again sometime Pauline and Stephen.
Reviewed: June 2, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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Thanks a million for the lovely review and hopefully see yous again sometime.
Reviewed: May 12, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBeautifully appointed, modern apartment in a secluded location but handy to many Donegal attractions.
No negative comments at all.
Thank you very much for the kind words and your card. I’m glad you’re getting to enjoy our little corner of the world and I wish you loads of wonderful travels. Cheers, Stephen and Pauline.
Reviewed: May 5, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewA very nice and well -equipped apartment with a beautiful view. The hosts are very nice and helpful. I hope to come back here soon.
Thanks very much. Hope to see you again sometime!
Reviewed: May 1, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: April 5, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery good
ThankYou very much. Hope to see you next time.
Reviewed: March 24, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewWas mwt by Steven on arrival who showed me round and made me very welcome. Met Pauline later on who took the time to suggest a couple of great places to go to which didnt dissapoint.
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Thanks a million for our first review. Looking forward to seeing you again some day !