Top Floor Retreat: Sea, Beach & Balcony - Portmor

Entire place in Malin Head, Ireland

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Mary
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
🌊 PRIVATE DECK OVERLOOKING THE SEA – just steps from the shore!
🐬 Dolphins, seals & fishing boats pass by your window daily
✨ Stay in a 100+ year-old top-floor harbour retreat with unmatched Wild Atlantic views
📍 Prime location, 🎁 Refined amenities, 🐾 Family & pet-friendly
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The space
🐚 PORTMOR APARTMENT — YOUR SEASIDE HAVEN ON THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY 🌊

✨ Escape to the edge of Ireland at this peaceful top-floor retreat, perched above the Atlantic in historic Portmor Harbour — a location brimming with charm, magic, and sea views that will stay with you forever. ✨

From the moment you walk in, you’ll be greeted by the sights and sounds of the sea: waves lapping the shore, dolphins dancing in the water, and fishing boats gliding by. Whether you’re wrapped in a soft throw on the recliner sofa or sipping coffee on the private deck, Portmor Apartment is where your dream coastal escape begins.



🌟 WHY GUESTS LOVE STAYING HERE 🌟

✅ 🏖️ BEACH AT YOUR DOORSTEP
Step outside and onto the sand — ideal for morning swims, sunset walks, or simply dipping your toes in the Atlantic whenever you fancy.

✅ 🍽️ EAT & DRINK LIKE A LOCAL
Walk across the harbour to enjoy delicious seafood at the local restaurant or take a 2-minute drive to Ireland’s most northerly pub for a creamy pint and warm Donegal welcome 🍻

✅ 📍MINUTES FROM ICONIC MALIN HEAD
Explore Banba’s Crown and dramatic cliffs only 7 minutes away — unforgettable scenery, rich history, and Star Wars filming locations await.

✅ 🐬 OCEANFRONT VIEWS & WILDLIFE WATCHING
Recline back and watch for dolphins, seals, seabirds, and passing boats — all from your living room window or private balcony

✅ 🌌 NIGHT SKIES & NORTHERN LIGHTS
Portmor’s unspoiled skies are ideal for stargazing — and if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights from your doorstep. Magic!



🏡 TOP FEATURES & AMENITIES 🏡

✔️ 2 Double Bedrooms — One with a beautiful sea view to wake up to ☀️
✔️ Spacious Living Room — Recliner sofa, soft throws, panoramic windows, and a Smart TV with superfast Wi-Fi (80mb+!) 📺💨
✔️ Extendable Dining Table — With water views for meals with a view 🍽️🌊
✔️ Fully Equipped Kitchen —
Includes a Ninja 9.5L air fryer, oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, & essentials like oil, spices, tea, coffee, sugar, & milk 🍳🫖
✔️ Hotel-Quality Touches — Plush towels, facecloths, premium toiletries, hairdryer, iron & ironing board 🧴🧺



🌞 ENJOY THE OUTDOORS — PRIVATE DECK & MORE 🌞

🪑 Front & Rear Entrance Decks — Stylish outdoor furniture for sunrise coffee or dinner under the stars
🔥 BBQ Available (Seasonal) — Dine with the ocean breeze
🧺 Drying Rail — Perfect for swimsuits or beachwear after a dip in the sea



🐾 FAMILY & PET-FRIENDLY EXTRAS 🐾

👶 Cot, crib & high chair available on request — families welcome!
🐕 Bring your furry friends (up to 2) for a small fee — they’ll love the beach walks!



🚲 THE LITTLE EXTRAS THAT MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE 🚲

✔️ Free private parking right outside the door
✔️ Plenty of additional roadside parking
✔️ Secure bike shed (with lock & key – on request)
✔️ Laundry facilities & bins in shared access space
✔️ First Aid Kit on-site & host support just 5 minutes away if needed



💫 BOOK YOUR STAY TODAY — BEFORE IT’S GONE! 💫

Whether you’re after wild beauty, peaceful ocean views, or just a cozy spot to unwind with a glass of wine and the sound of waves, Portmor Apartment is the perfect base to experience the magic of Malin Head.

📅 This unique seaside gem books up fast — and once you’re here, you’ll understand why so many guests return again and again.

📬 Click “Reserve” now — and start counting down to your dream Donegal escape!

Guest access
🔑 Guest Access 🔑
You’ll have exclusive access to the entire top floor of our charming, 100+ year-old pier house — your private escape by the sea.

Here’s what’s included in your stay:

🌊 Private deck with breathtaking sea views — perfect for your morning coffee or sunset wine

🍽️ Seasonal BBQ, outdoor dining table & chairs — ideal for al fresco meals with an ocean breeze

🅿️ Complimentary parking directly outside the cottage for hassle-free arrival and unloading

🧺 Washing machine & dryer just downstairs in the shared recycling shed (used occasionally by a long-term tenant)

📺 Smart TV with access to your own Netflix or Disney+ account — perfect for cosy nights in

🏖️ Just steps from the beach and historic pier — ideal for scenic walks, paddling, and watching the fishing boats drift in

📍 A peaceful, elevated space to relax, unwind, and reconnect with the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way

Your perfect seaside retreat awaits! 🐚✨

Other things to note
🌍 Eco-Friendly Touches & Outdoor Comfort
We care deeply about this beautiful place — and invite you to join us in keeping it that way. ♻️✨

✅ We’ve set up a simple, guest-friendly recycling system, with a bottle bank and recycling centre just a 5-minute drive away at the Seaview Tavern & Restaurant.

⚠️ A small fee may apply if guidelines aren’t followed — let’s work together to reduce waste and protect the coast!

🌿 To help you unwind outdoors:

🔥 A BBQ is available on request — perfect for grilling up fresh fish or sunset dinners

🪑 Stylish outdoor furniture makes it easy to kick back and soak up the sea air

Please note: Outdoor amenities are seasonal and may depend on the weather — your comfort always comes first! ☀️🌧️

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Ocean view
Bay view
Shared beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 348 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Malin Head, County Donegal, Ireland

The area has a selection of pubs , Most Northerly Bar in Ireland – Farrens and Seaview Tavern & Restaurant.

It is close to the area where Star Wars was filmed in 2016.
It’s less than a 5 minute drive to the most Northernly point of Ireland and less than a 5 minute walk to the local beach.

There are activities nearby that include horse riding, walking the alpacas, kayaking, cycling, golfing, outdoor water park, maritime museum, wild life park (as seen on tv), boat or yacht tours, Doagh Famine village (history of local area) , fort Dunree (Irish military museum) , Glenevin waterfall walk, pottery classes, surfing, visiting among the largest sand dunes in Europe and the potential watch for the Northern lights!

Meet your host

Superhost
1,371 reviews
4.92 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
My work: Whitestrand B&B & Self catering
Speaks English
Business
I have been in the hospitality business since 1976, starting off young at my auntys B&B, always have enjoyed making guests feel right at home

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 11:00
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs