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4 of a kind

4 of a kind: Country cottages in picture-perfect locations

From a five-bed in Galway to a home by the sea in Cork.

IF LIVING OUTSIDE the city in a quaint cottage has long been on your wish list, one of these properties might be for you. 

Whether easy access to Dublin city centre is a priority for you or you’d prefer the peace and quiet of the Cork countryside, each of these cottages offers their own advantages. 

Read on to see a selection of homes that match this description on the market right now…

Malahide, north Co Dublin

Built in 1947, Cintra Cottage is a four-bed property that sits on two-and-a-half acres of mature gardens. The home is approached via a sweeping tree-lined driveway and boasts a south-facing aspect. A spacious sun room and floor-to-ceiling windows in the living area fill the space with natural light.

A separate dining room, kitchen, utility room and two bedrooms are also on the ground floor. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms and an en-suite bathroom. All bedrooms feature tongue and groove flooring. Cintra Cottage is just a 10-minute drive from Malahide village, while Dublin Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

It’s on the market for €1,500,000.

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Dunmore East, Co Waterford

Located just a five-minute drive from Dunmore East, this three-bedroom property enjoys a private site of half an acre. The cottage-style residence includes several interesting features including a hand-crafted hemlock fir staircase, a bog oak carbon dated mantle, two balconies and a first floor living room. 

Ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance hall, living and dining area, fitted kitchen, three double bedrooms and two en-suite bathrooms. There’s also a family bathroom and sun room on this floor. The property is adjacent to Dunmore East Golf Club, while Waterford city is a 20-minute drive away. 

Yours for €380,000. 

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Ballydehob, West Cork

Situated off the West Cork coastline on more than one acre of land is Bóithrín Cottage, a three-bed property. With a stone exterior, green lawn stretching to the water’s edge at Roaringwater Bay and floor-to-ceiling windows maximising the surrounding sea views, Bóithrín Cottage is an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. 

Included in the sale is a second stone building of 760 sq ft. The coastal village of Ballydehob is just a 10-minute drive from Bóithrín Cottage, while Skibbereen town can be reached by car in 20 minutes.

Make it yours for €795,000.

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Kinvara, Co Galway

Spanning 3,350 sq ft, Blue Meadows Cottage is a five-bedroom property that’s packed with charm. It enjoys multiple high quality features and finishes including dark oak flooring and a solid fuel burner. Sure to impress any keen home cook, the kitchen boasts an AGA, seated window feature, centre island and a double Belfast sink.

A separate utility room, laundry room and cloak room are sure to impress those with busy (and messy) families. Blue Meadows Cottage is just a five-minute walk from the seaside village of Kinvara, while Galway City is a 25-minute drive away.

Hand over €595,000 to make it yours.

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