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Snap up a spacious and modern new home in well-connected Portlaoise from €399,000
Fresh builds with generously-sized interiors for room to breathe.
STAYING WELL-CONNECTED TO the capital while having room to breathe is often at the top of many househunters’ list of priorities. Add in a modern, energy-efficient build that’s close to everyday essentials, and they’re onto a winner. It’s no surprise that towns like Portlaoise are becoming increasingly popular. To meet the demand, a new collection of well-designed, A-rated homes has come to the market at Dargan Woods on Borris Road, in the Laois town.
Developed by Kingston New Homes, the scheme combines contemporary architecture with generous interiors, landscaped outdoor space and the energy-saving features now expected of a modern home. Its location will appeal particularly to buyers seeking a quieter setting within easy reach of the town’s shops, schools, amenities and transport connections.
Comfort and efficiency are central to the design. Each property has an air-to-water heat pump, underfloor heating at ground floor level, demand-controlled ventilation and high-performance windows and doors. Provision for an electric car charging point also allows homeowners to adapt easily to future needs.
Inside, the houses are finished in a restrained, move-in-ready style. Walls are painted in a versatile mid-tone neutral, with crisp white ceilings creating a bright backdrop for buyers’ own furnishings. Bespoke kitchens provide a polished focal point, while large utility rooms include worktops and overhead cupboards for practical additional storage.
The main bedroom is fitted with a full wall of wardrobes and has its own en suite bathroom, finished with luxury tiling to the floor and shower area. The main bathroom is equally well considered, with a separate shower and tiling around the floor, bath and shower zones. Pull-down attic stairs provide convenient access to further storage overhead.
Outside, each home has two parking spaces and a large back garden, laid in lawn and enclosed by capped blockwork and fencing. Hedge planting softens the front boundaries and helps establish a leafy character across the development.
For first-time buyers, these homes could qualify for the Help to Buy scheme and ease one of the biggest hurdles when it comes to buying a new home.
With efficient heating, attractive finishes and plenty of space both indoors and out, Dargan Woods offers a mix of modern comfort and long-term practicality in the heart of the well-connected Midlands.
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