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4 of a kind

4 of a kind: Family homes with elegantly landscaped gardens

From a home on 12 acres in Meath to a property with its own orchard in Waterford.

IF GREEN SPACE is top of your list of must-haves when it comes to viewing a property, one of these homes might be the one for you.

Today, we’re looking at a selection of family homes with landscaped gardens outside.

From Meath to Waterford, read on to see a selection of properties that match this description on the market right now…

Dunboyne, Co Meath 

Sitting on a 12 acre site, Bluegrass is a residential stud farm in Dunboyne, Co Meath. The main residence spans 2,992 sq ft and comprises a porch, entrance hall, drawing room and dining room. A large kitchen, family room, pantry and utility room complete the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, a single bedroom, a walk-in wardrobe and a family bathroom. 

Outside, there’s a one-bed apartment of 645 sq ft. The yard has nine loose bocks and a tack room. The grounds have been well-maintained and feature an agricultural entrance. The property is a 20-minute drive from Dunboyne town, while the nearby M50 makes the journey to Dublin city centre a breeze. 

Make it yours for €950,000.

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Portarlington, Co Laois 

A four-bed dormer bungalow, Heather View comes to the market alongside a one-bed self-contained apartment and a detached garage. The property is situated on a mature landscaped site of just over half an acre, and features a pond and gazebo in the south-west facing garden. The kitchen is fully fitted and features a solid fuel cooker and a separate utility room. The large sun room provides the perfect space to unwind. 

Upstairs, three bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, while the master bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom. The one-bed apartment comes to the market with electricity and heating. Portarlington town is just a five-minute drive away. 

Yours for €350,000.

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Grantstown, Waterford city

Set back from the road and behind a gated entrance, Goblin Hill is a five-bedroom property located 15 minutes from Waterford city centre. Spanning 3,175 sq ft, the residence sits on 3.5 acres of woodland and sculpted gardens, including a small orchard, raised vegetable beds and a water feature. The garden also includes a tennis court and garage. 

Inside, accommodation is bright and spacious, with three reception rooms and a conservatory for entertaining and unwinding. The first floor has four bedrooms, with access from one to an attic study area, family bathroom and storage room. 

It’s on the market for €895,000

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Kells, Co Meath

Sitting on just over half an acre of land, Willowbrook House features pathways, manicured laurel hedging, a mix of patio and green areas and a beautiful gazebo for outdoor entertaining.

Luckily, the property is just as charming inside, with five bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen/living/dining room, all decorated in a contemporary style. The master bedroom includes a wraparound walk-in wardrobe, dressing area and his ‘n’ hers ensuites. You’ll be just 6km from Kells itself, with easy access to Dublin via the M3.

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