Family Vacation at Irish Farmhouse
Family Vacation at Irish Farmhouse
Donated by: David Budd, NJHC Board President
Donated by: David Budd, NJHC Board President
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Enjoy six nights in Ireland with the whole family in a charming farmhouse in County Donegal. "Hilltown" is a historic, recently renovated, traditional farmhouse plus additions, stable and farm buildings on 50 acres of actively farmed land. The home sleeps up up to ten with four bedrooms, two baths and powder room. The home has been modernized top to bottom while striving to retain the charm and feel of a traditional Irish farmhouse. The house is located on a hillside with panoramic views of long, green, drumlin hills at the head of the Donegal Bay. These hills in turn are framed by the Blue Stack Mountains some 15 miles distant. Amenities: Working fireplaces located in kitchen, dining room and sitting room with turf and wood provided. Full kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and cooking utensils provided. Mudroom has large-sized washer and dryer. Dining room oak table seats eight. Two bedrooms have queen-sized beds, a third one has two queen-sized beds, and a bunk-room (with a half bath) can accommodate four kids. Linens provided. Two bathrooms, one with shower and the other with tub. Satellite TV and CD/DVD player in Sitting Room. WiFi signal is available. Activities: Extensive hiking and mountain climbing opportunities including Slieve League, the highest edge-of-the-Atlantic mountain on the west coast of Europe, world-class golf courses within a days drive, cycling (mountain bikes can be rented in Donegal Town), beautiful beaches, horseback riding, ocean, lake and river fishing, exploration of ancient round forts, stone cairns, abbeys, castles and remains of great houses, trips to off-shore islands, shopping in Donegal Town, Ardara and Glencolumbkille for native tweeds and sweaters, boating, swimming, sailing, picnicking, and on and on. You may arrange your 6-night stay based on availability between October 2025 through May 2026. Availability is subject to change. Hilltown is located in County Donegal in northwestern Ireland, 12 miles from Donegal Town (population 3,000) that offers a variety of eateries and shops. Hilltown is the family home of NJHC's Board President David Budd who has generously donated this stay to our auction.
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