Lough Eske is a relatively small lake located only a few kilometers away from Donegal town. Yet, it is so spectacularly beautiful, nestling at the foot of the dramatic Blue Stack Mountains and surrounded by gorgeous woodlands and heather-clad slopes, that it has become a holiday destination in its own right. Few residents live around Lough Eske, but guest houses, cottages and hotels have sprung up on its shores to take advantage of the idyllic scenery and the many sporting opportunities that the area has to offer. One luxury hotel and spa - the five-star Solis Lough Eske Castle - is housed in a magnificent, newly restored 17th Century castle and set at the heart of an ancient forest. Unsurprisingly, one of the most popular outdoor activities in these parts is fishing, not just in the lough and the River Eske, which connects it to Donegal Bay, but from rocks and other vantage points along the nearby coastline, and by boat trips out to sea. Golfers will enjoy the wonderful links course at Murvagh, while hikers, hill-walkers and climbers have miles of countryside and mountains to explore. Families, meanwhile, are close to sandy beaches and all the shops, fun, culture and nightlife of Donegal town.
Places to Stay near Lough Eske
Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant (100.39 miles)
A destination for all seasons
Situated adjacent to Bowmore harbour, our small family run hotel offers superb accommodation, high quality award winning food and excellent service. As a base for touring Islay, described by the Lord ... More | visit website
The Ugadale Cottages (104.79 miles)
Ballygrant Inn & Restaurant (106.52 miles)
A family run Inn with a friendly Scottish welcome, excellent food, great selection of malt whiskies, beers and ales, David and Ruby Graham welcome you to ... More
Craigard House Hotel (108.70 miles)
Welcome to the Mull of Kintyre. Join us in this lovely old house, turned friendly and informal bijou hotel. Take the time to really relax and chill out in one of our cosy rooms, most ... More | visit website
Gigha Hotel (112.94 miles)
Portpatrick Hotel (116.73 miles)
We are blessed with having some beautiful ... More | visit website
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel (116.76 miles)
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815 functioning lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique, luxury hotel and restaurant.
The Lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. ... More | visit website
Dunskey Guest House (116.92 miles)
Fernhill Hotel (116.92 miles)
With breath taking views over the village and harbour of the picturesque village of Portpatrick, Fernhill Hotel is the best place in the area to relax and enjoy the fantastic views, play the superb golf ... More | visit website
Dunvalanree Hotel (118.07 miles)
Brit Quote: |
|
On this day: |