Muckross School House

County Donegal Muckross School House, Muckross Kilcar (Towney Road), Kilcar, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
9 reviews
a small kitchen with a stove and a sink at Muckross School House in Kilcar
a small house on a hill next to a road at Muckross School House in Kilcar
a bed with a wooden headboard in a bedroom at Muckross School House in Kilcar
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Muckross School House

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  • Entire home
  • 800 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Muckross School House offers accommodations in Kilcar, a few steps from Muckros Bay Beach and 6.9 miles from Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The property offers bike rental and features a garden and barbecue. Featuring a terrace and sea views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Slieve League is 7.4 miles from the vacation home, while Folk Village Museum is 11 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Donegal Airport, 45 miles from Muckross School House.

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

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 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.7
Location
10
High score for Kilcar
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  • Owen
    Ireland Ireland
    “Great location, nice and quiet, easy walk to the beach and plenty of areas to visit withing easy and scenic drives. Nice clean and comfortable house with a bit of character.”
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location amazing and house was lovely Really enjoyed our stay. Will be back”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was excellent. You’d go along way around the world to get a better view than the view from the schoolhouse. The beach below the schoolhouse is absolutely fantastic.”

Hosted by Peter Smyth

10
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Peter Smyth
The School House is an established holiday rental cottage, with numerous excellent reviews. There is unlimited wifi broadband! It is a beautiful holiday cottage located in a breath taking location in Muckross, on the Wild Atlantic Way, 2km from the village of Kilcar and 10km from Killybegs in South Donegal. Slieve League, Europe's highest sea cliff is 10km away. Sleeping up to 5 people (may accommodate 6 on request), the property is located at the base of Croagh Muckros and overlooks Trá Lathar beach, a favourite for surfing enthusiasts, and Muckross Head. A five minute walk away is Trá Bhán, which is a tranquil beach suitable for swimming and family activities. The School House is steeped in history - as the name suggests, it was once the school for the local area!
My Grandfather was an artist who fell in love with the Donegal landscapes. He purchased The School House in the 1960's and converted the property into a holiday home. I grew up spending happy Summer holidays in Muckross. I live a couple of hours away but I have a local housekeeper who maintains the cottage and is available at short notice to assist as required.
There are 2 nearby beaches. Trá Bhán is a 5 minute walk and is ideal for swimming and families - follow the sign posted directions from the cross roads entering Muckross. Trá Lathar is located directly below the School House - this beach has strong currents and is not suitable for swimming but is very popular with surfers. There are numerous other beach options. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the area is ideal for walking and climbing enthusiasts. Croagh Muckros, directly behind the School House, is a relatively gentle climb for hill walkers – access from the view point corner after the School House for a more gentle ascent. The walk to Muckross Head is a must for any visitors staying at the School House. At low tide it is possible to explore caves at the back of the head land. Slieve League is europe’s highest sea cliff - trips depart from Teelin Pier near Carrick. If you are lucky you will be joined by dolphins, whales, seals or even basking sharks. Kilcar is 2km away - a few minutes by car or a pleasant 20 minute walk. The village has the principal tweed hand weaving facility in Donegal, with the 'Studio Donegal' selling high quality Donegal tweed products.
Languages spoken: Catalan,English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Muckross School House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bar crawls
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • Catalan
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

From 12:00 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.

1 crib 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.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

FAQs about Muckross School House

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Muckross School House on this page.

  • Yes, Muckross School House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Muckross School House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Muckross School House on this page.

  • Muckross School House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Bar crawls
    • Bicycle rental

  • Muckross School House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • Muckross School House can accommodate this group size:

    • 5 guests

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

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

  • Muckross School House is 1.1 miles from the center of Kilcar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.