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4 of a kind
4 of a kind: Charming and cosy cottage homes
Picture-perfect properties that are straight out of a fairytale.
IF YOU’RE SOMEONE who dreams of one day waking up under a thatched roof or ambling out into a flower-covered grassy garden, then maybe a sleek new build isn’t for you.
Luckily, there are plenty of cosy cottages on the market around the country that might just fulfill your idea of a dream home.
Whether it’s a traditional style stone-floored property you’re after, or a home that’s been entirely renovated inside, there are plenty of potentials to choose from.
This week we’ve rounded up four of the best, to give you a taster of what cottage life could be like for you…
Lismore, Co Waterford – €375,000
Set in the heart of Lismore, this extensively renovated three-bedroom cottage conversion is just a short stroll from the famous Lismore Castle and its main streets. The site itself features landscaped gardens, a patio area, mature shrubbery and striking nature-inspired sculptures.
Inside is pristinely presented, with features including exposed timber beams, an Italian marble fireplace, an oil-fired Stanley oven and a new kitchen/dining/conservatory extension.
Tullamore, Co Offaly – €395,000
Hollow Cottage is a five-bedroom, two-bathroom property sitting on a three-quarter acre site. Despite featuring all the features and fittings a modern family might need, it’s a home with plenty of old-school charm and character too.
The cottage has been beautifully interior designed inside, with a large open-plan kitchen/living area, a sun room, and a reception room with a log-burning stove. There’s also a 1,400 sq ft detached garage that would make an ideal office or workshop.
Ashbourne, Co Meath – €450,000
Miller’s Cottage is a breathtaking three-bedroom property that strikes the perfect balance between modern comfort and period charm. Original features include a timber-vaulted ceiling, tongue-and-groove flooring upstairs and a stone wall exterior.
The cottage is located within walking distance of Ashbourne Town and just a 30-minute drive from Dublin city centre. All light fixtures, large kitchen appliances, carpeting and an exterior storage shed are included in the sale.
Dunsany, Co Meath – €600,000
From the outside, The Thatch looks like it was pulled straight from the pages of a picture-book, with its thatched straw roof and lush gardens. The property dates back to 1859, and while the inside has been updated by the current owners, it retains plenty of old-world charm.
Inside, accommodation includes two inter-connecting reception rooms, a sunroom, a kitchen and three double bedrooms. Among the original features are a half-door entrance, sash windows and a standalone stone grainstore currently used as a workshop.
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