Anderson's four self-catering cottages are situated near the historic seaside resort of Rathmullan on the Fanad peninsula, one of the most beautiful of Donegal's renowned scenic areas. Safe sandy beaches, fringed by woodland, sand dunes and rocks with a backdrop of mountains, provide the perfect environment for a variety of holiday activities. Boating, fishing, golf and horse-riding are among the
facilities available locally. There are several excellent pubs and restaurants in the area open all year-round. Locally you can enjoy:
Horse Riding
Golden Sands riding stables has many lovely horses and ponies with lessons and trekking available and is only 5 mins away from our cottages. Swimming & Surfing
2 miles of safe sandy beaches and during the summer months there are lifeguards on duty in Rathmullan seaside village. There is a large new leisure center opening in Letterkenny in spring 2007, which will have the latest fitness and leisure facilities and will also include an Olympic size swimming pool. Watersports
Sailing, canoeing, water skiing and boating
Fishing
There are sea fishing charter boats available in Rathmullan for deep sea angling, catching many different types of fish e.g. trout and mackeral. There are many fishing lakes in Donegal. Fly fishing, including fishing rods and tuition is available at the Meadows fishery (9km). Golf
Rathmullan is your perfect Donegal golf holiday destination, having many golf clubs and golf courses nearby, such as Otway 9 hole (5km), Port salon 18 hole (25km) and Letterkenny 18 hole (25km)
Hillwalking
Get your hiking boots and walking gear on and enjoy the hiking trails and beautiful countryside Donegal has to offer. Rathmullan History:
Rathmullan has an important place in the history of Ireland. It was the location where the Flight of the Earls took place in September 1607, when the earls O’Neill and O’Donnell fled Ireland. The seaside village of Rathmullan has a lovely 2km golden sandy beach and spectacular sea views. Our centrally-heated houses, equipped to the highest standard, allow you to enjoy this wonderful place in every season. Attractions in Donegal
Donegal has some of the most spectacular scenery in Donegal
Glenveagh National Park is both rich in historical culture and an important nature reserve. Letterkenny
Letterkenny only 30 mins drive away from Rathmullan is one of the fastest growing towns in Ireland. It has many top Donegal hotels e.g. Raddison sas hotel. It is a great shopping town, attracting most of the major top brand stores. Great nite life having many large pubs, clubs and restaurants. It also contains a theatre and 8 screen cinema
