Cosy restored large house - close to Malin Head, beaches and golf courses
About this farm stay rental
Located in County Donegal, this charming farm stay for $313 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. The "Lower House" in the townland of Knockglass (translated "green hill"), Malin is nestled in rolling farmland approximately halfway between Ireland's most northerly point at Malin Head and the quaint village of Malin Town. The house is over 250 years old and has been carefully refurbished in recent years to maintain its character and charm; back in the day it was part of a clachan (group of houses) in a small rural community on a farm. Many of the houses remain and are either no longer occupied or demolished. The "Lower House" sits at the edge of a working farm with just 2 neighbouring households where once there were more than 7 houses. Part of the house in fact was a shop that served the local community. The house itself is 1 1/2 story with two interconnected living/dining rooms, well-stocked kitchen, utility with laundry facilities, a shower W/C, bathroom, 4 double bedrooms and one large open-plan bedroom (with 3 single and 1 double bed) and two wood-burning stoves. Finished internally with lime render and with exposed structural timbers the design and decor intentionally aims to create a comfortable, cosy ambience. There is a fireguard, removable stair gates on one stair case (not on the spiral stairs), childs high chair and kitchen utensils suitable for kids. Externally in a fully enclosed garden there are 3 lawns and two patios with BBQ, fire pit and garden toys, swing, see-saw - to keep children entertained. Walks or short drives in several directions take you to dramatic clifftop views over Trawbrega Bay and the whole of the north Donegal coast, the stunning Five Fingers Strand. If you want to get away from it all, detach yourself from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and soak up the amazing scenery of the Atlantic coast then this area and this house should be top of your list!
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of County Donegal
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(30 Reviews)
4.0
Beautiful home with ample amenities, thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend. Very close to five fingers strand.
5.0
Beautiful house set in an idyllic location, excellent communication from host, Kendrew was a pleasure to deal with!! Safe location for young children to roam about the garden, and a friendly farmer neighbour even took the time to show us his ducks ❤️ 🦆 🦆 ❤️ All looking forward to a return visit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5.0
Great home for big family group - very cosy and multiple living spaces. Fire pit outside is fun to sit by & watch cows and geese, cosy lounge rooms with wood heaters, beautiful bedrooms to wake up in. So much to do in the area, beaches, stunning walks & sweet charming & friendly little towns everywhere. Could have spent longer.
5.0
Very cozy house, beds were very comfortable. Great area. We all had an awesome time. Would love to come stay longer some time.
5.0
We had a great time here in April 2023. The house is spacious with plenty of beds and two bathrooms. There is a bedroom at the top of the spiral staircase that can sleep 4/5 kids. There is an amazing view from the garden looking onto the hills and down to the beach which is close to the house. Overall this house is recommended if you need space for a large family or group and are looking to explore the Malin Head region.
5.0
Smooth process and would definitely stay here again. Thank you.
5.0
I stayed in the Lower House, Knockglass, with my extended family in August 2022. The house was perfect for us, in a very beautiful location, and we thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing stay well and truly away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Everything was just as described and as shown in photos, and the owner, Kendrew, was helpful and easy to communicate with. The house is old and full of character, but very well-maintained, and comfortably furnished. We were lucky to have weather good enough to enjoy the picnic table and barbeque outside, with mesmerising views over the glen below and the hills of Inishowen. But it would also be cosy for an autumn or winter stay, with a stove in both of the living areas. The house is just a couple of minutes’ drive from the stunning Five Fingers Strand, but also not far from Carndonagh (which has a good supermarket), and within reach by car of Culdaff Blue Flag Beach, Kinnagoe Bay, Tullagh Bay, Malin Head – and is a great location for exploring Inishowen more generally. Our children (9, 6, 4 and 2 years old) also loved picking blackberries on the road outside, and the novelty of geese occasionally strutting past the house, or the hens at the farm next door. We would happily recommend the Lower House.
5.0
This is the 4th vrbo on our now second trip to Ireland. Like the story of Goldilocks after trying out all the beds, this one was “just right” I haven’t slept this well in a long time, we talked about becoming squatters and refusing to leave but darn it, Kendrew is too nice we can’t do that to him! Hopefully we were good guests and he will let us come back home again sometime :)
4.0
Amazing location and a great Irish farmhouse.
Great house to explore the Inishowen peninsula with stunning scenery on your doorstep.
Kendrew was excellent to deal with throughout our stay.
4.0
Cottage in Malin
We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful property located on farm. We loved hearing the animals. Remote location but close to town.
5.0
Had a lovely stay here in the spacious, comfortable house which accommodated the 12 of us easily, 9 adults and 3 children. The outdoor space is big and safe for the children to play and as we were lucky with the weather, we had a great BBQ as everything was there to allow us to cook it and sit outside and enjoy it.. The house is extremely well equipped with everything you would need and thankfully plenty of recycling bins for all the waste. The host is very easy to communicate with and answered all my queries very quickly. Thank you Kendrew, we had a lovely memorable weekend break, even swimming in the sea. We hope we can return again to make more memories!
5.0
Great house, great location
Had a lovely stay here in the spacious, comfortable house which accommodated the 12 of us easily, 9 adults and 3 children. The outdoor space is big and safe for the children to play and as we were lucky with the weather, we had a great BBQ as everything was there to allow us to cook it and sit outside and enjoy it.. The house is extremely well equipped with everything you would need and thankfully plenty of recycling bins for all the waste. The host is very easy to communicate with and answered all my queries very quickly. Thank you Kendrew, we had a lovely memorable weekend break, even swimming in the sea. We hope we can return again to make more memories!
5.0
Great stay
House is in an amazing location, very scenic! Kendrew is easy to communicate with and house was clean & just perfect for your stay. Lots to do nearby. Would highly recommend
5.0
I really enjoyed our week-long stay at Kendrew's atmospheric Malin haven at the beginning of August. The house was a fantastic base for our 10+ group of 2 families, really well kitted out and generously provisioned, and we loved our nights under the stars by the firepit. I'd strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a getaway location in a stunningly beautiful part of the country, with lots to do nearby regardless of the weather (including Malin Head, Dunree fort, Dooagh famine village, Five Fingers Strand and much, much more!)
4.0
Really enjoyed our stay. the house was spacious and there was lots of room for us all.
The house was perfect for our needs.
5.0
Lovely old converted farmhouse
Lovely old house in beautiful setting. We were blessed with the most beautiful weather which was an added bonus which meant we could use the fire pit and sit outside to eat. There were water shortages due to the heat which meant the water being turned off for a couple of nights. Kendrew was easy to communicate with and made us feel welcome. House was well equipped with lots of bedding and towels which was great. Five Fingers Strand just down the road is a spectacular beach and we spent a lot of time there - we were a large family group with six young children so that was ideal. Would recommend this property but bear in mind that there are only two bathrooms and some of the beds are only suitable for children.
5.0
Ideal location
Everybody thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
5.0
Everybody thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
5.0
Highly recommend
A great spot. House is in a beautiful location and was perfect for the weekend. Had everything we needed. Check in and out process very easy. Kendrew was great help and easy to communicate with. Will definitely be back!
5.0
Farmhouse for family
Wonderfully restored old farmhouse in prime location.
4.0
Excellent
Was very good experience
4.0
Holidays
Great house great location, would have liked more towels to have been available
5.0
Idyllic setting
We stayed at this lovely property for 3 nights. We were a group of ten adults and the house had plenty of space and was well stocked. Kendrew was very helpful and quick to respond to any queries.
The area is beautiful, with stunning beaches and views all around. We would definitely return to this house!
5.0
Lovely house, great location.
Everything well organised by Kendrew, house was great. Nice quiet break with friends.
5.0
Hidden Gem 10/10
Kendrews house was one of the nicest places I have stayed in Ireland. A true hidden gem with soo much obvious love given to the place. Loved the history behind it- Cosy, quirky with all the mod cons. A group of 11 of us stayed with plenty of room. Fortunately we got some good weather and took advantage of the beautiful outside fire pit- what stunning scenery. Thanks again Kendrew for your hospitality and we can’t wait to get back.
5.0
Beautiful, nature friendly
Great place for families with kids.
Couldn’t utilise the back garden fully as the weather wasn’t great.Love to visit again
5.0
Loved this house
Stayed as family group of 3 generations and really loved this house. It has a great homely feel -I never felt like I was staying in a stranger's house it's so cosy. Owner was very easy to deal with and sent very accurate details about the property and area in advance, check in and out was a breeze as were all the intructions. Very close to beach and location is stunning. Would have no hesitation in recommending this property and would return in a heartbeat.
3.0
Family Getaway
Was a great place to stay, plenty of room for our big group. Very accommodating
But, was misled by the location. Thought it was much closer to where we had all our family, as I explained before I booked it. We only stayed two nights and all eight of us moved in with family
A bit disappointed
5.0
Lovely Home Away from Away!
We had a brilliant vacation. The home was clean, comfortable, well equipped, peaceful. Kendrew was a delight to work with, kind and responsive. Fabulous golf nearby. No wifi (by design) but did have cell phone coverage. We would recommend without reservation!
5.0
great location and beautiful house. really close to five finger strand and the weather was fantastic
had a fabulous time. Beds comfy and enjoyed the quaint living room with the stove making it really cosy. everything we needed for a peaceful time and lots of walking on the strand nearby. Would definitely go back again.
5.0
Great house for a big group . Log fires were superb. Will come back
Loved the house , plenty of room for 15 of us. Next door neighbour very friendly . We will be back
5.0
Beautiful house and location
We had a great family weekend with the children wanting to spent time with the adults all in a cosy fire lit room loads of space for sleeping or alone time, house is full of all the utilities that you need for your stay. A true home from home
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in County Donegal?
The average price for a rental in County Donegal is $103 per night. This rental is $210 above the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cosy restored large house - close to Malin Head, beaches and golf courses. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this farm stay. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Cosy restored large house - close to Malin Head, beaches and golf courses pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cosy restored large house - close to Malin Head, beaches and golf courses?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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