The Old Garda Station - Stylish, Historic Home

A stylish former Police Barracks, The Old Garda Station is situated in the picturesque Gaeltacht village of Doochary in the heart of Co. Donegal. This unique holiday home has been sensitively renovated with period features and decorated with original artworks. Just a short drive from beautiful beaches and Glenveagh National Park, it is the perfect base for outdoor activities and exploring the Wild Atlantic Way while benefiting from the convenience of fast wifi, a pub and village shop next door. The space With 4 double bedrooms, The Old Garda Station, Doochary is an ideal holiday home for families, couples, groups of friends or anyone who loves the outdoors. This unique period property is a rare find. Its stylish Georgian-style interior is full of character and old world charm. It features high ceilings, thick walls, chic cast iron radiators, solid wood panelled doors and well proportioned rooms decorated in period colours, while its tall windows let light flood in. History Formerly used as an RIC (Royal Irish Constabulary) Barracks and Garda Station, its rich history is reflected in photographs and artefacts decorating the house. During the 1990s, the house and the pub next door were used as the setting for TG4's popular Gaeilge comedy series Gleann Ceo, which followed the antics of a local sergeant and constable in a fictional Donegal village. Nearby Amenities: Local shop - next door Pub/Bar - next door Gweebarra River Walk - steps from the house Slí Dhún na nGall - passes the house Petrol Station - Lettermacaward, 9km (10min drive) Post Office - Lettermacaward, 9km (10min drive) Supermarkets (Lidl, Aldi, Supervalu, The Cope) - Dungloe, 12km (11min drive) Pharmacy - Dungloe, 12km (11min drive) Restaurants - Dungloe, 13km (12min drive) Glenveagh National Park - 7km (10min drive) Bike Hire - Lettermacaward, 9km (10min drive) Fintown Railway - 8km (9min drive) Park Run - Dungloe, 12km (11min drive) Dooey Beach & Sauna - 15km (21min drive) Donegal Airport - 25km (27min drive) City of Derry Airport - 84km (1hr17min drive) Living Room The open plan living room and kitchen maximises the space and light and provides an intimate social space. Relax and unwind on the soft leather sofas in front of the warm glow of the wood burning stove. Bespoke original artwork and historical photos and artefacts decorate the walls. Play your own music through the Bluetooth speaker or listen to digital radio on the retro style Roberts Revival. The Kitchen You will love cooking in the well-equipped kitchen with its Rangemaster oven, Smeg fridge freezer, glossy granite worktops and traditional Belfast sink. A farmhouse style table is at the heart of the home, providing a cosy dining area which is also the perfect place to enjoy conversations and board games. A wooden high chair is available for little ones. The Snug Antique furniture, floor length velvet curtains, forest green walls and original artworks give the snug an elegant feel. This cosy, additional living room is a great place to curl up with a glass of wine and watch a movie on the Samsung Smart TV with loved ones. Bathroom Take a luxurious soak in the deep double ended roll-top bath heated by the oil fired central heating system. The spacious downstairs bathroom also contains a walk in shower, toilet with traditional high level cistern, sink and storage space for your toiletries. Utility / Laundry Room You are welcome to use the washing machine in the utility/laundry room (old police cell). There is also an iron, ironing board and clothes airer available. Private Enclosed Garden The private, south-facing walled garden contains the remains of stone-built outhouses and a wooden table and benches, the perfect place to plan your adventures. Bedrooms Upstairs, you will find 4 stunning double bedrooms, all with high ceilings, cast iron radiators, original wooden floors and tall windows. Bedrooms 1 and 4 at the front overlook the main street (it is generally very quiet during the night, but expect some traffic noise), while bedrooms 2 and 3 at the back are quieter and overlook the back garden and outhouses, with houses and hills beyond. Comfortable mattresses and cotton bed linen aid restful sleep. Towels, a hairdryer and a travel cot are provided for guests. Reading Nook Relax and enjoy the peace and quiet in the reading nook. The bookcase loaded with a carefully curated selection of local history books and fiction or check out the mini community book swap library just across the road. Wifi A 1GB fibre broadband connection is provided throughout the house and there is a desk with a comfortable chair for working in Bedroom 3. Guest access You will have the whole house and garden for your own personal use. Other things to note Please note that there is no microwave or dishwasher.