Tina's Guidebook
My favourite places to visit
Gweedore is a magical place, full of beautiful beaches, nice walks and amazing scenery..
If you have a few days here it's great just for total relaxation or alternatively if you like to explore there a lot to do within an 1hr radius of Gweedore.
The stresses of the modern world rarely penetrate this 328 hectares oasis of peace and quiet, less than 2km from the Donegal mainland. Gola Island is a haven for artists, birdwatchers, photographers, walkers and rock climbers.
Hidden gem ⛵
The goal boat is 5 minute from my home from magherclogher pier.
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Gola Island
The stresses of the modern world rarely penetrate this 328 hectares oasis of peace and quiet, less than 2km from the Donegal mainland. Gola Island is a haven for artists, birdwatchers, photographers, walkers and rock climbers.
Hidden gem ⛵
The goal boat is 5 minute from my home from magherclogher pier.
20 minutes drive from my home in direction letterkenny for thoses who love hill walking ...then this is not to be missed This route up Errigal begins at the carpark on the road from Gweedore to Letterkenny (R251). The opening stretch of his route rises over some fairly heavy and boggy ground. Follow alongside the stream up towards a clearly visible track rising through the white silvery scree on the lower slopes of the mountain.
Follow this track up the mountain as far as the summit. At the summit you will find two peaks joined by a narrow path, while the first of these is the highest & the true summit, it's customary to make the short (30 – 40 meter) crossing to the second peak.
Take time to enjoy breathtaking views of the Derryveagh Mountains and Donegal countryside as well as views of the Islands and spectacular coastline.
The return leg takes about 40 minutes, but be careful on the descent as the scree can be quite loose underfoot.
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Errigal Mountain
20 minutes drive from my home in direction letterkenny for thoses who love hill walking ...then this is not to be missed This route up Errigal begins at the carpark on the road from Gweedore to Letterkenny (R251). The opening stretch of his route rises over some fairly heavy and boggy ground. Follow alongside the stream up towards a clearly visible track rising through the white silvery scree on the lower slopes of the mountain.
Follow this track up the mountain as far as the summit. At the summit you will find two peaks joined by a narrow path, while the first of these is the highest & the true summit, it's customary to make the short (30 – 40 meter) crossing to the second peak.
Take time to enjoy breathtaking views of the Derryveagh Mountains and Donegal countryside as well as views of the Islands and spectacular coastline.
The return leg takes about 40 minutes, but be careful on the descent as the scree can be quite loose underfoot.
One of our many amazing beaches and starting point for the boat to Tory Island ..
If you love boats then dont miss this 30 minute boat trip from the mainland to a stunning destination. 10 minutes drive from the house.
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Magheraroarty
One of our many amazing beaches and starting point for the boat to Tory Island ..
If you love boats then dont miss this 30 minute boat trip from the mainland to a stunning destination. 10 minutes drive from the house.
On your doorstep ....Port Arthur Beach is one if the nicest sandy beaches in the area Wake up in the morning and head down the road to this oasis of calm.... just a short walk from the house.
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Port Arthur Beach
On your doorstep ....Port Arthur Beach is one if the nicest sandy beaches in the area Wake up in the morning and head down the road to this oasis of calm.... just a short walk from the house.
30 minutes drive in direction bloodyforeland and along the wild Atlantic way will take you to the beautiful sea side town of Dunfanaghy.
Beautiful beaches, cliffs, headlands, forest parks and scenry can all be found in the area around Dunfanaghy. The village overlooks the magnificant Horn Head, and is a short drive to the picturesque harbour at Portnablagh.
A lovely day trip if you include a walk in Ards Forest park or just lovely for an afternoon drive to Marbill Hill .
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Dunfanaghy
30 minutes drive in direction bloodyforeland and along the wild Atlantic way will take you to the beautiful sea side town of Dunfanaghy.
Beautiful beaches, cliffs, headlands, forest parks and scenry can all be found in the area around Dunfanaghy. The village overlooks the magnificant Horn Head, and is a short drive to the picturesque harbour at Portnablagh.
A lovely day trip if you include a walk in Ards Forest park or just lovely for an afternoon drive to Marbill Hill .
Breath taking scenery where you can just take in this amazing view at the foot of Errigal why not visit , the Poison Glen and "Ionad cois locha ".
This is the homestead of the world renowned weaver Manus Ferry and during the centres opening times you can enjoy stories of times gone by from our experienced tour guides or take a trip out on the Dunlewey Lough on our tour of the lake where you will pass the Guinness estate (keep an eye out for the green lady who is said the haunt the house) If you prefer to stay on dry land you can take a ride on our train and for those who have plenty of energy to burn off we have an adventure play area full of swings, slides, climbing frames, zip-wires, rodeo bull, climbing walls, pedelos, kayaks, zorb-balls and bouncy castles.
Dunlewy
Breath taking scenery where you can just take in this amazing view at the foot of Errigal why not visit , the Poison Glen and "Ionad cois locha ".
This is the homestead of the world renowned weaver Manus Ferry and during the centres opening times you can enjoy stories of times gone by from our experienced tour guides or take a trip out on the Dunlewey Lough on our tour of the lake where you will pass the Guinness estate (keep an eye out for the green lady who is said the haunt the house) If you prefer to stay on dry land you can take a ride on our train and for those who have plenty of energy to burn off we have an adventure play area full of swings, slides, climbing frames, zip-wires, rodeo bull, climbing walls, pedelos, kayaks, zorb-balls and bouncy castles.
Holidays are all about eating and enjoying. Here are a few places in the locality.
Whether it's simply a coffee , or an evening meal here a little list of places to eat out.
Just 5 minutes drive in direction Bunbeg Sean Ogs family run bar and restaurant offers a wide selection of tasty food with indoor and outdoor seating.
They specialize in local seafood fresh from the Atlantic ocean by local fishermen, including oysters, mussels, crab claws, seafood chowder, seafood tagliatelle, and our famous fish & chips.
They also offer the best take away coffee , smoothies ,specializing in homemade pancakes and other grest treats as well in the little " buzz shack " outside the bar.
definitely worth a trip...
Buzz shack is usually open from 9 to 4.30.
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Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant
Just 5 minutes drive in direction Bunbeg Sean Ogs family run bar and restaurant offers a wide selection of tasty food with indoor and outdoor seating.
They specialize in local seafood fresh from the Atlantic ocean by local fishermen, including oysters, mussels, crab claws, seafood chowder, seafood tagliatelle, and our famous fish & chips.
They also offer the best take away coffee , smoothies ,specializing in homemade pancakes and other grest treats as well in the little " buzz shack " outside the bar.
definitely worth a trip...
Buzz shack is usually open from 9 to 4.30.
Lovely family run coffee shop with a great breakfast ( amazing pancakes ) and lunch in magherclogher bunbeg .
Outside seating available ...
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Cafe Kitty
R257Lovely family run coffee shop with a great breakfast ( amazing pancakes ) and lunch in magherclogher bunbeg .
Outside seating available ...
Just less than 5 minutes drive from the house is Teach Jack in Glassagh .This is a family run bar and restaurant offer , live music ,great food and outside dining .
Perfect for lunch and evening meals or a few chilled drinks ..
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Teac Jack
Just less than 5 minutes drive from the house is Teach Jack in Glassagh .This is a family run bar and restaurant offer , live music ,great food and outside dining .
Perfect for lunch and evening meals or a few chilled drinks ..
Less than 10 minutes drive from the house towards bunbeg will take you to Teach Mhici , good local bar that offers Pizza ...outside seating available
Great for Pizza ...
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Teach Mhicí
Less than 10 minutes drive from the house towards bunbeg will take you to Teach Mhici , good local bar that offers Pizza ...outside seating available
Great for Pizza ...
Food Scene
The latest addition to Gweedorecsnd about a 10 minute drive ..this spacious trendy bar which is on the grounds of"
An Cuirt Hotel" is open for lunch and dinner is in a beautiful setting overlooking the lake with Errigal mountain in the back drop...Great for pizzas and burgers and cocktails 🍸🍹
Fará og's
The latest addition to Gweedorecsnd about a 10 minute drive ..this spacious trendy bar which is on the grounds of"
An Cuirt Hotel" is open for lunch and dinner is in a beautiful setting overlooking the lake with Errigal mountain in the back drop...Great for pizzas and burgers and cocktails 🍸🍹
Golf
15 hole links golf course with some amazing views ...very reasonable rates
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Gweedore Golf Club
15 hole links golf course with some amazing views ...very reasonable rates
Island trips
Arranmore Island, or Árainn Mhór is situated off the coast of County Donegal on the magnificent Wild Atlantic Way touring route where land meets sea. Wild and untamed, the island has a rich and vibrant heritage and culture and has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The Gaelic traditions are still thriving on the Arranmore Island and if you are looking for a real taste of island life, then this is definitely not to be missed on your Donegal adventure.
The island is a captivating beautiful place where way marked trails lead you from sandy beaches to rocky cliffs. Views from Arranmore Island are breathtaking, gaze out over the Atlantic ocean past cliffs and rock arches to the majestic mainland mountains stretching from Glen Head to Tory Island. Steeped in insular history, Arranmore Island is still home to the promontory fort at Uilinn, which dates from about 800BC, still stands on its cliff top perch.
The boat to Aranmor island leaves from Burtenport..
Arranmore