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Old meets new: Former schoolhouse gets a contemporary makeover in Galway
Two properties, both fully renovated, are included in the sale.
LOCATED IN EYRECOURT, Co Galway, The Old Convent And Schoolhouse make for a very attractive two-for-one deal.
The former convent, built around 1700, comes to the market with its sister property (once a schoolhouse, as the name suggests) and 1.46 acres of grounds for €400,000.
Each of the two buildings has been carefully restored and renovated. You’ll find both at the site of the original Eyrecourt Estate, just an hour outside of Galway city.
In more recent years, The Schoolhouse was the site of a recording studio, but the entire property was renovated in 2013. The result is a bright and airy home, with a sleek, modern feel.
The heart of the home, the kitchen, living and dining area, is particularly impressive. Parquet flooring, vaulted ceilings and an open-plan design demand attention, while a picture window overlooks the gardens and welcomes natural light.
Each of the three bedrooms features parquet flooring and an en-suite bathroom, while a family bathroom with a standalone bath completes the accommodation.
Moving to the Old Convent, accommodation spans two storeys over lower ground floor. A separate study and library are each accessed off the hallway, while the living room leads to a highly impressive conservatory.
Flooded with natural light, this large space offers a multitude of uses, including as a dining and living area. French doors open to the spacious lawn. Stairs from the entrance hall lead to the lower ground floor, which comprises a dining room, kitchen, pantry, bathroom and laundry room.
The kitchen features tiled floors, light wood cabinets and a large built-in wine rack, plus a centre island/breakfast bar. On the first floor, there are three double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, while the master bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe and feature fireplace.
Outside, there’s an air-conditioned garage and numerous multi-function rooms, plus a tennis court and children’s play area. The properties are located just a stone’s throw from Eyrecourt village and St Brendan’s National School, while Banagher town is a 10-minute drive away.
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