Ideally located to all local beaches, restaurants, hiking trails and the Irish Open host Ballyliffin golf course is only a 6 minutes drive. Welcome to Havana holiday cottage, Clonmany, Inishowen. Havana holiday cottage is located 1.5 miles from the historic market village of Clonmany on the Linsfort/ Pinch road nestled at the upper end of a valley with stunning views of Clonmany village, Ballyliff
in and the Malin Head coastline. Conveniently located to Clonmany (3 minute drive), Ballyliffin (5 minute) and nearby local towns of Buncrana/ Carndonagh (15 minutes), this property offers the perfect location for a relaxing holiday and as an ideal base to explore the Inishowen Peninsula, the beautiful walled city of Derry and surrounding wild Donegal. This beautifully maintained three bedroom cottage that sleeps six stands on a 1 acre private site with ample parking space and beautiful views of the rolling countryside and surrounding mountain ranges. This property is extremely cosy with a solid fuel stove/ oil burner central heating system and high levels of insulation making your stay a very warm pleasant experience. A warm welcome from host Lorraine awaits all our guests. Whether you are coming to the area for a relaxing holiday or returning for a special family occasion, Havana holiday cottage is the place to stay. The house is ideal to stay if you enjoy the GREAT OUTDOORS as its located beside some of the best walking trails in Donegal while enjoying some breathtaking scenery and diverse flora and fauna of this untouched landscape. From the top of the hills on clear days you can see the west coast of Scotland and breathtaking panoramic views of Lough Swilly, Mount Errigal (Donegal's highest mountain) and the nearby Fanad Peninsula. For GOLFERS, Havana holiday cottage is just a few minutes drive away from the Ballyliffin Golf Course, proud host of the 2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open. This house is STRICTLY for 6 people so if accommodation is required for more than this number please do NOT book this property. Owners family home is located just five minutes walk away and are just a call away if you need any help. No stag or hen parties allowed to make a booking. This property offers all the home comforts for anyone wanting a staycation/ getaway break and is ideal for families, couples or sole travellers alike. This house is the place to stay if you enjoy FISHING. Leenan pier offers some of the best sea fishing in Donegal with great runs of mackerel and po***ck and the Crana river in nearby Buncrana is rich in sea trout and salmon. For those of you who are interested in HISTORY and HERITAGE, Clonmany and surrounding areas are rich in both. From ancient Bronze Age rock art to a trip to Doagh Famine Village where it tells the story of Irish life from the Great Famine of the 1840s through until the present day. The ruins of St. Columba’s Church dating right back to 1772 can be found between Glenevin Waterfall and Clonmany. Glenevin Waterfall is located just half a mile outside Clonmany village. It is almost 40-ft tall and with plenty of picnic tables along the way you can enjoy a fun day out with the kids, just pack some sandwiches and off you go. This cottage is ideal to stay if you want to visit the many historic landmarks in Inishowen. Dunree Military Museum is just a 10 min drive and situated on the shores of Lough Swilly. The Gap of Mamore is a very well known land mark and you will find out why, when you reach the summit and see the panoramic views of beautiful Urris, Leenan beach, Leenan Fort and the Atlantic ocean. As you drive down this steep and breathtaking gap you will come across the Holy well which is an ancient pilgrimage site were locals and tourists gather every year to pray. There is an activity here to suit everyone. From a gentle stroll along the many local beaches to sailing along the rugged coastline, fishing on the local pier or spotting basking sharks or dolphins at Ireland’s most northerly point, Malin Head. Take a bike, horse riding, go karting, kayaking, surfing or diving, whatever your age, whatever your pace, there’s something close by to keep everyone entertained at Havana holiday cottage. If you are feeling a little thirsty and hungry after all that adventure you can call into the Rusty Nail Gastropub for some fine local cuisine and traditional Irish music hosted every weekend. Ballyliffin is home to 3 of the finest hotels that delivers exceptional food and will aim to please everyone’s dietary needs. Also in the heart of Ballyliffin is Nancys Barn restaurant run by host Kieran who is our very own world seafood chowder champion. There are many, many more attractions to name but a few and we will be happy to guide you in the right direction whether you want to plan ahead before your stay or we can help guide you along the way when you arrive. So sit back relax and make Havana holiday cottage your home. From Clonmany to Cuba:
Havana Cottage and surrounding area is steeped in history and you can learn how a local man, Patrick Dougherty, emigrated from this area from Derry to Philadelphia in 1832, before spending nearly 32 years in Cuba, in the La Habana province, as a railroad engineer during the sugar industry in the mid 1800’s. Patrick never married, but his amazing story turns full circle as he returned back to Clonmany to build his home and live the rest of his days with his family.
