A waterfront home at Carrickfin in west Donegal offering direct access to the sea and its own private slipway has come to the market, providing an unusual proposition for boat owners and watersports enthusiasts.
The Pink House at Carrickfin, Kincasslagh, stands on a 1.35-acre frontline site overlooking the Gweedore coast, with its grounds running directly to the shoreline. Crucially for boating interests, the property has its own slipway at the water’s edge, complete with a winch historically used for hauling a boat ashore.
Coastal Outlook – The Pink House occupies an elevated 1.35-acre frontline site at Carrickfin, with its grounds extending to the sheltered waters of the Gweedore coast
The extensive lawn behind the house slopes towards the water and continues to a headland on the shoreline, giving the property direct access to the sea without the need to trailer a boat to a public launching facility.
Slipway Opens Up Donegal Coast
The private launching point offers access to the waters around Carrickfin and the wider Gweedore coast, an area characterised by islands, bays and Atlantic coastline. Selling agents Franklins highlight the slipway for both boat mooring and watersports, while the waterfront setting could appeal particularly to sailors, anglers, kayakers and other recreational boat users seeking a coastal base.
Launch Ready – Kayaks beside the private slipway at The Pink House, where a winch was historically used to haul a boat ashore, giving owners direct access to the water
The property is also close to Carrickfin Beach, while Kincasslagh, Bunbeg, Derrybeg, Annagry and Dungloe are within the wider locality.
Century-Old Cottage Forms Heart of House
The Pink House combines an original stone-built cottage dating from around 100 years ago with a substantial extension completed in 1999.
The resulting five-bedroom property extends to approximately 3,139 sq ft (291 sq m), with many of its principal rooms positioned to take advantage of views across the bay towards Bunbeg and Mount Errigal.
The original section contains the entrance hall and a large kitchen/dining room with exposed timber beams, stonework and an oil-fired Aga. A later extension incorporates an 8.04m by 8.72m split-level living room with extensive glazing and three sets of double doors providing access to the adjoining patio and grounds.
The home has five bedrooms, including a first-floor master suite with a vaulted ceiling and sea views, along with several bathrooms and flexible ground-floor accommodation.
1.35 Acres Running to the Water
Outside, the house is approached through double timber gates to a tarmacadam driveway, while mature trees provide shelter and privacy around portions of the 1.35-acre site. The gardens extend around the house before falling towards the shoreline, where the private slipway and winch provide the property's distinctive marine feature.
Water’s Edge – An overhead view outlines the 1.35-acre site of The Pink House, including its substantial shoreline frontage and private access to the sea
Despite its secluded coastal setting, The Pink House is approximately two miles from Donegal Airport at Carrickfin, which has scheduled air connections with Dublin and Glasgow.
The location also provides access to Gweedore Golf Club and Cruit Island Golf Club, while Mount Errigal and Glenveagh National Park are within driving distance.
Franklins describes The Pink House as suitable as either a permanent coastal residence or a second home, with its combination of privacy, sea frontage, and direct boat access distinguishing the Carrickfin property.
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