Title: The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89237095&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. ## Photo gallery for The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo - The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. (Ardara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89237100/89237095/6aa5c881.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo - The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. (Ardara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89237100/89237095/943e152c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. (Ardara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89237100/89237095/011ed398.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. (Ardara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89237100/89237095/30949edf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo - The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. (Ardara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89237100/89237095/d8d6dbf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the Donegal countryside, Hidden Cottage offers a serene escape with underfloor heating and beautiful artefacts throughout. Enjoy self-catering facilities, explore local guide books and take in views of the Blue Stack Mountains from this tranquil retreat. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway, outside the heritage town of Ardara. Off the beaten track and set deep within the Donegal countryside, overlooking a lake, with just sheep for neighbours, the Hidden Cottage offers the ultimate 'get away from it all' experience. This beautiful cottage has recently been refurbished throughout and is meticulously designed, giving it a unique style and appeal. The cottage is fully equipped for self catering, making it perfect for family getaways. The cottage is warm and inviting, with underfloor heating throughout. There are books and local guide books available in the cottage and there are beautiful artefacts throughout, including fabrics designed by Charlotte who owns the cottage. Apart from the Lodge next door, guests are left to enjoy the space and tranquility on their own. There are great walks just on the doorstep and views of the Blue Stack Mountains in the distance. Ardara is the nearest town to the cottage, just 7 minutes drive away. It's a vibrant and bustling town known for the many festivals held throughout the year. There are blue flag beaches, a golf course, superb pubs and restaurants all to be found within a few mins drive of the town, for more information, check out the towns website at ardara.ie. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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Please do not enter the fields or disturb the animals. Please ensure all gates that you open are closed behind you, on the track up to the cottage. No climbing on any of the stone ruins that are on the grounds of the cottage or on dry stone wall boundaries. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Glenties, this cottage is in a rural area. Ardara Heritage Centre and St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ardara Fort and Glengesh Pass. Sandfield Pitch and Putt Course and Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Visitor Centre are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. [Visit our Glenties travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenties.dx6174441) [View more Cottages in Glenties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenties-Cottages.d6174441-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=54.75271,-8.347448&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:owemIpj%7Dq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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JBJd0mD4sQogBxVyW2hxa7eIk4M=) Ardara, Donegal ### What's nearby - Ardara Heritage Centre 13 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Ardara Fort 15 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery 15 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Sandfield Pitch and Putt Course 16 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Glengesh Pass 17 min drive \- 9.2 miles ### Getting around - Donegal (CFN) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - Nancy's Bar 7 min drive - The Courthouse Restaurant 7 min drive - Corner House 8 min drive - The Tavern Kilclooney 15 min drive - The Coffee Cart 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.? ### What time is check-in at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.? ### What time is check-out at The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal.? ### Where is The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hidden Cottage, Ardara, Donegal. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsha D. 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Artistic Cottage in Ardara The minute we walked into this cottage we knew we had chosen the right place for our extended family meet-up in Ireland. Beautifully decorated with lovely fabrics and furniture. The kitchen has upscale appliances and it too, is artful in its presentation. The bathroom is lovely too. One of the best parts is that it's at the end a narrow rural road, with just another cottage. The view is spectacular with rolling hills, sheep and rock walls. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and we're already dreaming of coming back. ##### Marsha D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon F. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The peace of Donegal We arrived after spending a week in Belfast - brilliant place butpacked and full of the bustle of the city. Donegal was the polar opposite. The house is in the most beautiful spot imaginable- you couldn’t tire of that view in a hundred lifetimes and I even saw the sun come up a couple of mornings. Loads to do in the area but equally perfect for sitting back and soaking up the absolute, hear a pin drop quiet. Idyllic. House was beautifully and stylishly equipped and extremely comfortable. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Thanks for everything. ##### Simon F. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brendan O. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Quiet cottage The cottage is quite isolated, so it is perfect if you want to do on-line work while on holiday. It is also very good for. sleeping in. It is not so good if you want close-by walks and hikes: car-journeys down the track will be essential for that. The property was a little cold for July, but the owner did kindly boost the heating upon request. The shower and the kitchen are in good order. Possible enhancements, which are not intended to be carping: • It would have been nice to have had some wood, or coal, to light and heat the fire). • A chair (or two) suitable for reading would have been an added bonus. • A slightly bigger TV screen would be good for those of who watch sports or Netflix, and who are growing older! • Better utility in the utility room, and a heating./airing facility for drying that actually works would be good. • The suggested garbage disposal arrangements, which we followed, do involve a journey of some miles to the relevant Texaco, and charges--that should be made explicitly clear. ##### Brendan O. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth F. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cozy and Comfortable. We loved our stay. ##### Elizabeth F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. 12 May 2025 ##### Susan M. 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