Local Attractions
Otway Cottages are located 4km from Rathmullan in Co Donegal, a short drive from Letterkenny and within easy access of all the facilities available around Co Donegal.
Attractions in the Rathmullan Area:
Beaches
Donegal is renowned for having a wide variety of high quality “Blue flag” beaches. Otway Cottages are located directly above a small secluded beach. Among the many beaches within a short distance of Otway Cottages are Rathmullan, Kinnegar, Portsalon. Rathmullan beach now features a re-developed childrens’ adventure area.
Otway Golf Club
Otway Cottages overlook Otway Golf Club, an 9-hole links course available for play all year round.
Contact: 00353 (0) 749158319
Adventure One Surf School
North Donegal’s leading approved surf school. www.adventureone.net or telephone 074 9150262 or 086 193 1747
Flight of the Earls Centre
A major interpretative centre, covering one of the defining moments of Irish History. Located on the beach front in Rathmullan.
http://www.flightoftheearls.ie/
Boat Charters
Whether for fishing, diving or a leisurely day on the water, Rathmullan offers a variety of options for boat charters. An experienced skipper will ensure your day is as enjoyable as possible.
Other activities in the Rathmullan area:
- Horse Riding
- Bird Watching
- Walking
- Fishing
- Childrens Playgroud
Attractions around County Donegal:
Leisureland Redcastle
Leisureland is recognised as one of Ireland’s leading family fun centre. It includes dodgems, car tracks, ball pool, ladybird carousel, pirate ship, el dorado guns and much much more.
www.leisurelandredcastle.ie or telephone 074 93 82306
Glenveagh National Park
Ireland’s largest national park, Glenveagh Castle sites on 16000 hectares of mountain, bog, lakes and woods, including the stunning Glenveagh Valley.
http://www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie/
The Dunfanaghy Workhouse
Famine Exhibition, Craft Shop and Coffee Shop. Regular events and exhibitions over the summer.
www.dunfanaghyworkhouse.ie
The Ramelton Story
The story of Ramelton from the earliest settlement to the present day.
Arena 7, Letterkenny
A fully air conditioned complex which contains the following facilities to keep our customers fully entertained: 10 Pin Bowling Lanes, Licensed Pub and Restaurant, Luxury outdoor area, 6 Pool tables, Waynes World – Childrens Activity Centre, Childrens Go-Kart Centre, Air Hockey tables and a large selection of amusement machines, 10 plasma screens for viewing the latest sporting events, coffee dock and fast food take-away.
www.arena7.ie
Letterkenny Karting
Indoor & Outdoor go-karting centre. Catering for people of all ages and up in a range of karts from Cub Karts (3+) to Cadet Karts (8+) and 270cc Karts (11+). Booking advisable.
www.letterkennykarts.com or 074 912 9077
Mevagh Dive Centre
Dive training centre and water sports equipment sales.
www.mevaghdiving.com
Below, some of the scenic country walks around Otway Cottage and Lodge
