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4 of a Kind: Cosy and charming two-bed homes across Ireland

This week we visit Dublin, Kilkenny, Donegal and Wicklow.

Sandymount, Dublin 4 – €585,000 61 m²

This refurbished two-bed bungalow is nestled within the quiet, gated Merrion Strand development just off Strand Road in Sandymount. Offering 61 m² of well-maintained living space, the home features an entrance hall, bright living room with garden access, modern kitchen, family bathroom and two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. Highlights include gas-fired central heating, double-glazed windows, a sunny private garden with patio and balcony area and designated off-street parking. The attic is floored for additional storage.

Perfectly positioned, it’s just a short walk to Sandymount Village, Merrion Shopping Centre and Sydney Parade DART station. Top schools, St. Vincent’s Hospital and sports clubs are nearby, with quick access to the city centre, IFSC and Dublin Airport via East Link and Port Tunnel. This is an ideal turnkey home in a prime coastal location.

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Kilmoganny, Co Kilkenny – €345,000 

This renovated 94 m² two-bed cottage is nestled on half an acre of landscaped gardens in a tranquil, scenic setting. Blending timeless charm with modern comfort, the detached home features a bright open plan kitchen with living space, two spacious bedrooms, a stylish bathroom and a handy utility room. Double patio doors lead to a generous outdoor patio that’s ideal for entertaining. The floored attic offers future conversion potential if planning allows.

Energy-efficient with a B3 rating, the property includes oil-fired central heating, solar panels and full fibre broadband. A standout feature is the converted forge that’s now a fully insulated, heated studio space perfect for a home office, gym or creative studio. Additional perks include a carport, security system with pre-wired CCTV and external lighting. Just minutes from Knocktopher and within easy reach of Kilkenny and Waterford, this idyllic home offers peaceful rural living with modern convenience.

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Portnablagh, Co Donegal – €595,000 

Perched in an elevated coastal setting with breathtaking views over Marble Hill Beach and Sheephaven Bay, this charming detached bungalow offers bright, single-level living in a seaside location near the Shandon Hotel & Spa. Accessed through a private gated entrance and gravel driveway, the 120 m² home features an open plan kitchen and living space with a classic fireplace and picture window, plus a sunroom designed to capture the changing coastal light. 

Originally a three-bed layout, it currently offers two bedrooms (one with en suite bathroom) with the option to revert to three. Set on .69 acres of landscaped grounds, the west-facing front garden enjoys panoramic sea views and potential for further development, subject to planning. The home benefits from oil-fired central heating, mains water, broadband and a septic tank. 

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Bray, Co Wicklow – €350,000

1 Fairview Terrace is a recently renovated turnkey two-bed townhouse that offers stylish urban living in the heart of Bray. The 76 m² home features a fully fitted modern kitchen with integrated appliances, including Hotpoint and Indesit units, and has a spacious layout with a kitchen, lounge, guest toilet, two double bedrooms and a brand new family bathroom. High-quality finishes include tiled floors, new uPVC double-glazed windows and gas-fired central heating. 

Presented in showhouse condition and fully furnished, the property is ideally located just moments from Bray Main Street, Castle Street shopping and public transport. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers or investors.

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