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4 of a kind
Lake, sea and lush green hills: 4 homes with spectacular views around Ireland
From a home on Cork’s Mizen head to a modernist-inspired woodland build in Kildare.
HOW DOES WAKING up to views of the Atlantic Ocean sound? Or opening your curtains to the tranquility of a forest retreat?
A spectacular view is an asset to any property, and while it may not be on your list of “must-haves”, it would certainly make an early Monday start a lot easier to bear.
Tempted? Here are four homes with sublime views around Ireland…
Waterford City
This detached five bedroom home looks like something out of a US teen movie, but the incredible views of the River Suir from the back garden will let you know you’re a bit closer to home.
Two of the five bedrooms have en suites bathrooms, and the master suite has its own walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. If it’s too rainy to sit out in the garden, you can take in the river views from the conservatory. King’s Channel has plenty of essential amenities nearby, including two shopping centres, sports clubs and University Hospital Waterford.
Straffan, Co Kildare
A modernist-inspired home in an intimate woodland area, Aisling House was an Irish Architecture Award winner in 2011, and was showcased on RTÉ’s Room To Improve. This light-filled contemporary home is wonderfully secluded, but you’ll be just 25 minutes from Dublin city centre.
Along with four bedrooms, Aisling House features a kitchen/dining area with two deep Belfast sinks, a living area with double doors leading to the garden, and a roof terrace with outdoor lighting.
It’s on the market for €635,000.
Ballymahon, Co Longford
This detached six bedroom home overlooks Lough Ree and the Westmeath banks of the River Shannon, making it an idea property for buyers with a passion for fishing and swimming – or a wish to be close to the water.
Set on just over half an acre, the property also includes a separate garage/workshop. Downstairs are four bedrooms, a kitchen/living/dining area and a utility room, with two further bedrooms upstairs.
Goleen, West Cork
You’ll get three properties for the price of one with this purchase: a four bedroom home, a two-bedroom studio apartment with a separate entrance, and a three-bedroom guesthouse. Whichever one you choose to lay your head in, you’ll benefit from the incredible views that come with the West Cork location.
Situated on Mizen head, you’ll be close to Goleen Bay, you’ll enjoy views of Fastnet rock – and you’ll be just a few minutes from the village of Goleen itself, where you’ll find shops, food and bars.
It’s on the market for €670,000.
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