

WOODHILL
HOUSE
Ardara, Co. Donegal,
Ireland
Restaurant - Lounge Bar - Guesthouse
Tel:
++353 (0)74 9541112 Fax: ++353 (0)74 9541516
E mail: yates@iol.ie Web Site: www.woodhillhouse.com
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Woodhill House is an historic coastal manor house
dating back in parts to the 17th century and formerly the family home of the
Nesbitts, local landlords and Ireland's last commercial whaling family of the
19th century. The 6th century religious relic, St. Conal's Bell, was
mysteriously stolen from Woodhill House in 1845. The house which overlooks the
beautiful Donegal Highlands is set in its own grounds with an old walled
garden.
It is half a mile from the sea and a quarter of a mile from the
coastal town of Ardara. The house offers unusual and interesting accommodation
with private bathrooms/showers, Bord Failte 3 star rated. There is a fully
licensed lounge bar, which has occasional music sessions for tourists and locals
alike. Woodhill House is well known for its high quality and reasonably priced
restaurant which accommodates houseguests and the general public. The menu is
French based using fresh Irish produce, especially seafood from nearby
Killybegs, Ireland's principal fishing port.
The
Ardara area is geographically well placed for exploring the wild and beautiful
county of Donegal. "Up here
it's different!!" is a frequent
comment about the county. This area is famous for its Donegal tweeds and woollen
goods. The local factory shops offer exceptional bargains. The Owenea River
provides excellent salmon and trout fishing and is regarded as one of the best
in the country. Pony trekking along the beaches is also popular. The
breathtaking links golf courses at Murvagh, Donegal town and Portnoo/Narin are
all within a short drive. Boating and surfing can also be enjoyed nearby with
some of the best Blue Flag beaches within easy reach. Cycle hire is also
available. 
There are many archaeological sites such as ancient
Doon Fort and the Dolmen at Kilclooney, again only a short drive away. Ireland's
second largest wild life reserve, Sheskinmore, is a few miles north of Ardara.
It is a fascinating place at all times of the year. The truly spectacular Slieve
League, the highest sea cliffs in Europe, is only 20 minutes away and close to
Glencolmcille, an archaelogically rich pagan and Christian centre, with its
fascinating folk village. A scenic 3/4 hour drive to the north is Glenveagh
National Park, with the most romantic castle perched on the side of majestic
Lough Veagh. Apart from some of the most unspoiled scenery in Europe,
traditional music can be heard in most of Ardara's twelve unique bars.
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ROOM RATES
MasterCard,
EuroCard, Visa, American Express, Diners accepted
Main House
Front Rooms
First Floor
Large double aspect en-suite rooms with shower and tub.
€75 per person sharing bed and breakfast. Both rooms with double beds.
Side Rooms First Floor
Single aspect en-suite with shower. Double or twin bed.
€48 per person sharing bed and breakfast.
Coach House
Ground Floor
Room Large double aspect. En-suite with shower. Double and single beds. €60 per
person sharing bed and breakfast.
First Floor
Rooms Front, large triple aspect. En-suite with Shower. Double Bed. €60 per
person sharing. Bed and breakfast.
Side Room
Large single aspect. En-suite with tub and shower. Double and single beds. €60
per person sharing. Bed and breakfast.
Garden Rooms
Fully licensed Lounge Bar and Restaurant. Dinner
served from 6.30 pm -10 pm
American Express, Diners, Master Card, Visa and Laser accepted.
Bookings: Email: yates@iol.ie Phone: ++353 (0)74 9541112 Fax: ++353 (0)74 9541516
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GETTING THERE
County Donegal is on the North West coast of Ireland. The map at
the left indicates Ardara's position on a map of Ireland. The main Irish
airports (Belfast, Shannon, Cork and Dublin) are also indicated in red.
Route from Dublin - Approx. 4 hours
N3 to Cavan and onwards to Ballyshannon, N15 from Ballyshannon to
Donegal town and take the N56 to Ardara.
Route from Belfast - Approx. 2.5
hours
Take the A6 to Derry and then the A5 to Strabane. Next take
the N15 to Donegal town and the N56 to Ardara
Route from Shannon - Approx.
5 hours
Take the N18 to Galway. Then take the N17 to Sligo. From
Sligo take the N15 to Donegal town. From Donegal town take the N56 to Ardara
Route from Cork - Approx. 7.5
hours
Take the N20 to Limerick and from Limerick take the N18 to
Galway. The route from Galway is the same as laid out above from Shannon.
MAP OF ARDARA TOWN

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