Family playing cards together in the lounge at Donegal Manor

Family Reunions

Everyone together, under one roof

Family Gatherings

The whole family in one place

Grandparents to grandkids, all under one roof. Donegal Manor has 15 ensuite bedrooms, a professional kitchen for shared meals, and space for everyone to be together — or find a quiet corner when they need one. For milestone birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas get-togethers, or just because it's been too long.

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Family Reunion Venue in Donegal

What makes it perfect for families

Multigenerational

Rooms for every generation. Suites for grandparents, family rooms for kids, king rooms for couples — everyone comfortable, all under one roof.

Professional chef

Breakfasts, dinners, BBQs — our chef takes care of it. No coordinating 30+ people at a restaurant, no washing up, no stress.

Cook together

Full access to our professional kitchen if you prefer to self-cater. Big enough for the whole family to get involved — with crockery and equipment for 30+.

Accessible room

A wheelchair-accessible ensuite bedroom means everyone can be part of the reunion. Let us know your requirements when booking.

Space to spread out

Lounges, a large dining area, outdoor grounds, patios, and quiet corners. Room for the kids to play and the adults to catch up.

Donegal on the doorstep

Beaches, castles, cliff walks, a craft village — all nearby. Plenty to fill the days between the meals and the catching up.

What an absolute delight of a place to stay. Especially for large groups with kids. Our kids didn't want to go sightseeing as they didn't want to leave the manor. Ample space for them to play and so many board games and toys to choose from. A big kitchen with all possible modern appliances which helped us cook our own food.

— Puja on Google, family group

Worth Gathering For

What families celebrate here

You don't always need a reason to bring the family together — but it helps.

Milestone birthdays

Landmark birthdays deserve more than a restaurant. The whole family, a professional chef, and nobody watching the clock.

Wedding anniversaries

Celebrate Mam and Dad (or Granny and Grandad) with the people who matter most, all together for the weekend.

Christmas & New Year

No fighting over who hosts. Everyone has their own room, the kitchen is enormous, and there's space to actually enjoy it.

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Family holidays

A week in Donegal with the cousins, the aunties, everyone. Beaches during the day, big dinners in the evening.

"Just because" reunions

Sometimes the best reason is no reason at all. Life's busy — this is how you slow it down.

Memorial gatherings

A warm, private space to remember someone together. We'll take care of the details so you can focus on each other.

All Ages, All Interests

Things to do together

Donegal Town and the surrounding area have something for everyone — from toddlers to grandparents.

Donegal Castle

A 15th-century castle right in town. Kids love it, adults learn something, everyone gets a photo.

Donegal Craft Village

Independent shops and workshops just outside town. Pottery, jewellery, weaving — great for a wander.

Beaches

Rossnowlagh for surfing and sandcastles, Murvagh for peaceful walks through the dunes. Both within 20 minutes.

Slieve League cliffs

Among the highest sea cliffs in Europe. A spectacular drive and walk — about 45 minutes from the Manor.

Donegal Bay Waterbus

A boat trip around Donegal Bay with seal-spotting and local history. Fun for all ages.

Walks, golf & pubs

Bluestack Mountain walks, golf at Murvagh, and traditional pubs with live music in Donegal Town.

Frequently asked questions

How many guests can you accommodate?

Donegal Manor sleeps up to 48 guests (maximum 42 adults) across 15 ensuite bedrooms. Room configurations include suites, family rooms, king rooms, and double king rooms — so there's something for every generation.

Are children welcome?

Absolutely. Children of all ages are welcome. We have family rooms with additional beds, highchairs available on request, and plenty of outdoor space for kids to run around.

Is there an accessible room?

Yes, we have one wheelchair-accessible ensuite bedroom on the ground floor. Please let us know your requirements when booking so we can make arrangements.

Can we cook our own meals?

Yes. You have full access to our professional stainless steel kitchen — fitted with fridge, freezer, oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, and more than enough work surfaces and equipment to cook for 30+ guests. Hotel-quality crockery, cutlery, and glassware are provided.

What about dietary requirements?

Our professional chef can accommodate all dietary needs including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and other requirements. Just let us know when booking. If you're self-catering, the kitchen has everything you need.

Can we bring pets?

Sadly we don't allow pets as there are open fields with sheep behind the Manor. There is a good kennels not too far away — contact details on request.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is at 4pm and check-out is at 10.30am. We can sometimes be flexible for groups — just discuss with us when booking.

Plan your family reunion

Check live availability or email reservations@donegalmanor.com to discuss your family's needs.