About Burt
Burt is a small, rural parish in Inishowen, north County Donegal, between Newtowncunningham and Muff, with Fahan, Inch Island and Killea nearby. The area is best known for its open countryside, strong parish identity and the distinctive round-towered Burt Castle, while Lough Swilly and the Inishowen landscape shape the setting. Living in Burt is generally quiet and car-dependent, with detached homes, farms and one-off housing rather than a conventional town centre. Local daily needs are supplemented by nearby Newtowncunningham, Fahan, Muff and Derry, while Letterkenny provides a wider range of shopping, services and employment. Families have access to local primary education and nearby secondary schools, although school and commuting journeys typically require a car or school transport. The N13 provides the principal road connection towards Derry, Letterkenny and Donegal, and local bus services link the surrounding villages, though frequencies are more limited than in larger settlements. Social life centres on parish activities, local GAA, community events and nearby pubs, with beaches, coastal walks, countryside and the wider Inishowen peninsula offering leisure opportunities. Burt is therefore suited to residents seeking a peaceful rural base within reach of Derry and Letterkenny, rather than extensive shops, cafés or nightlife on the doorstep.
Property Market in Burt
Based on 1 property for sale in Burt
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Burt
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Burt and the surrounding rural parish.
Nearby parish primary education serving families in the wider Burt area.
Mixed secondary school serving pupils from across parts of Inishowen.
Established secondary school in Letterkenny, reachable for older pupils by road.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main national route connecting Burt with Derry, Letterkenny and wider Donegal.
Regional buses serve the Inishowen and North Donegal corridor with limited frequencies.
Nearest rail access, offering services towards Belfast and other Northern Ireland destinations.
Closest commercial airport, located near Eglinton across the border in County Londonderry.
Amenities
Historic stone church and round tower landmark overlooking the surrounding Donegal countryside.
Venue for local meetings, parish activities, classes and community events.
Parish Gaelic games club providing sporting activity and community involvement locally.
Popular Lough Swilly beach and seaside amenity within straightforward driving distance.
Impressive ancient hillfort offering panoramic views across Inishowen and Lough Foyle.
Nearby village provides convenience shopping, cafés, pharmacy and everyday local services.
Lough Swilly waterside amenity with coastal scenery, boating and nearby beach access.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic football and hurling organisation with strong parish participation.
Parish network supporting religious, social and community activities in the area.
Recognisable local landmark and historic site associated with the parish’s identity.
Nearby independent shops, cafés and services support many routine household needs.
Nearby Areas
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