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4 of a kind: Country homes for those who love breathing space

From a poolside manor in Kerry to a thatched cottage in Cork.

SETTLING DOWN IN a beautiful, sprawling house in the country is a dream for many families – and this could be the time to make it into a reality.

From an elegant five-bedroom house in Wicklow to a striking Cork home overlooking the bay, we’ve handpicked the most beautiful and best-value country homes across the country.

Here’s what’s on offer around Ireland right now in the quiet of the countryside…

Sneem, Co Kerry – €1.7 million

Built on mature grounds and gardens in the beautiful Kerry countryside, this six-bedroom Victorian coastal property contains two guest cottages, a heated outdoor 40-foot swimming pool and stables.

Built as a Dower House to Parknasilla, a luxury resort on the Ring of Kerry, Glashnacree House sits on 20 acres of its own and was completely renovated by the current owner back in 2000.

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Aughrim, Co Wicklow – €950,000

This charming five-bedroom country home combines original period character with light-enhancing extensions and is nestled in a south-facing valley extending down to the River Ow, built on eight acres.

The kitchen overlooks a large south-facing patio terrace and the living room has full height glazing, library and study complete the reception accommodation. There are five bedrooms, each with a bathroom or shower room either connected or adjacent.

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Whitegate, Co Cork – €395,000

Completely renovated and extended in 1997, this three-bedroom thatched cottage offers contains 228 square metres of living space and sits on almost an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens with a stream running along its western boundary.

Situated within walking distance to Guileen Strand, a 10 minute drive from Midleton and 30 minutes from Cork City, the property is within easy access of many points around East Cork.

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Clonakilty, Co Cork – €315,000

Extending to over 1,500 sq. feet, this property – exceptionally well maintained by its current owner – boasts all that is required for a family or holiday home in beautiful West Cork. Enjoying unrivalled panoramic views over Courtmacsherry Bay and the surrounding rolling countryside, the setting is truly idyllic.

Internally the accommodation is both bright and spacious. Externally, the impressive gardens extend to around a third of an acre and include a range of flowering plants, shrubs, mature fruit trees, raised beds and a green house.

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