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Price Comparison: What can I buy in Co Wicklow for under €885,000?

This week, we visit Blessington, Bray and Greystones.

Four-bed, detached, Bray – €885,000

Dovecote is a beautifully remodelled family home in the heart of Bray that’s just minutes from the seafront and town centre. Blending classic proportions with contemporary design, this B3-rated home offers bright, generous interiors and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A welcoming hallway with solid oak flooring leads to a bay-windowed reception room and an open plan kitchen, dining and living space. 

The bespoke kitchen features quartz worktops, premium appliances and a large island, while bifold doors and roof windows flood the area with natural light and open onto a landscaped, south-west facing garden. A utility room, fourth bedroom and luxurious shower room complete the ground floor. Upstairs are three spacious double bedrooms and a second upgraded shower room. Outside, enjoy manicured gardens, a garden room ideal for a home office, ample parking and an electric car charger.

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Six-bed, detached, Blessington – €850,000

Historically known as “The Cottage,” this striking detached dormer bungalow doesn’t quite suit its modest name. Set on a secluded and beautifully mature one acre site, the property is approached by a sweeping driveway and enjoys an elevated position near Blessington Lakes. Spreading over 258 m², the home has been fully renovated and remodelled in recent years to a high standard. Bright, spacious interiors blend modern décor with timeless character, featuring wooden floors, feature fireplaces, bay windows, high ceilings and a bespoke hand-painted kitchen with centre island. 

The vaulted kitchen/dining area forms the heart of the home, flooded with natural light and enjoying countryside and lake views. Space includes six generous double bedrooms, including a luxurious main suite with dressing area and en suite bathroom, plus additional upstairs bedrooms with shower rooms. Mature landscaped gardens and a large detached garage complete this impressive family residence, just minutes from Blessington and within easy reach of Dublin.

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Four-bed, detached, Blessington – €795,000

Set on an elevated .7 acre site with sweeping views towards the Wicklow Mountains, this architecturally redesigned, A-rated family home offers contemporary style and super energy efficiency. Spread over 220 m², the property was rebuilt in 2019 and is now in turnkey condition. Arranged at bungalow level, the light-filled interior centres on a spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area with full-height glazing and direct access to an elevated terrace against a dramatic mountain backdrop. A separate lounge provides additional flexibility.

There are four generous bedrooms and four bathrooms, including three en suite bathrooms. The main suite features a walk-in wardrobe and private bathroom, too. Modern construction includes triple-glazed windows, upgraded insulation, underfloor heating and an Ochsner air source heat pump. A detached insulated outbuilding offers excellent versatility as a gym, studio or workshop. Peacefully rural yet highly accessible, the property is just 23 km from Dublin city centre and close to the N81 and Dublin Bus Route 65.

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Four-bed, detached, Greystones – €750,000

5 Hawkins Wood Grove is an impressive four-bed detached home extending to approximately 143 m², ideally located in a quiet cul-de-sac within the popular Hawkins Wood development, just 3km from Greystones Town. This wide-fronted property offers bright, well-proportioned accommodation designed for modern family living and boasts an A2 BER rating. The welcoming entrance hall leads to a stunning triple-aspect kitchen and dining room with French doors opening to a south-east facing back garden. 

A spacious living room also enjoys garden access, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor flow. A utility room and guest toilet complete the ground floor. Upstairs features four generous bedrooms, including a main bedroom with en suite bathroom, a contemporary family bathroom and plenty of storage. There are also nearby green spaces, playgrounds, excellent schools and superb transport links including Dublin Bus, Aircoach, DART and easy access to the N11, making this an ideal family home in a popular coastal community.

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