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4 of a kind
4 of a Kind: Stunning homes along the Wild Atlantic Way
This week, we’re visiting three homes in Galway and one home in Mayo.
Taylors Hill, Galway City –€2,500,000
Merville is an impressive late Georgian home dating from 1830, set behind secure gates on about 1.3 acres of mature, landscaped grounds along Galway’s prestigious Taylors Hill. Listed on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage, the property combines historic character with generous accommodation extending to 355 m² following sympathetic extensions. The home features five elegant reception rooms, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, an Aga kitchen, oil-fired central heating, alarm systems and large patios overlooking the gardens.
Extensive lawns, mature trees, walled gardens, and private outdoor spaces provide exceptional privacy. A detached lodge offers further potential for guest accommodation, offices, storage, or recreation. Located close to Galway city centre, Salthill, University of Galway and University Hospital Galway, Merville is an opportunity to buy a landmark family home with development potential. The property also benefits from solar panels, for further energy efficiency.
Newport, Co Mayo – €1,500,000
Newport House is an exceptional Georgian residence dating from 1785, set on approximately 3.5 acres of landscaped grounds overlooking the Black Oak River in the heritage town of Newport. Rich in period character, the seven-bay property features elegant reception rooms, 14 bedrooms in the main house, additional guest accommodation within the courtyard buildings, and extensive ancillary facilities.
Surrounded by mature trees and rolling lawns, the estate enjoys exclusive fishing rights on the renowned Black Oak River and Lough Beltra West. Ideally positioned beside the Great Western Greenway and within easy reach of Westport, Clew Bay and Ireland West Airport Knock, Newport House combines historic grandeur with outstanding accessibility. The property also benefits from solar panels, enhancing its energy efficiency while complementing this distinguished country estate’s blend of heritage, lifestyle and modern practicality.
Furbo, Co Galway – Price on application
Carraig Mór House is a Victorian coastal estate dating from 1860, set on nine acres of private grounds along Galway Bay in Furbo, Co Galway. A protected structure of architectural heritage, the house has been well restored, blending period elegance with modern comforts across approximately 735 m of space. The property enjoys uninterrupted panoramic sea views, direct beach access and private coastal frontage along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Highlights include grand reception rooms, a bespoke kitchen, gym, cinema room, wine cellar, guest accommodation in a converted coach house and even a games room. Outdoor features include landscaped gardens, a gazebo with hot tub and a helipad with night lighting. Modern energy infrastructure includes an LPG-fired heating system, heat pumps and solar panels, enhancing efficiency while maintaining the home’s character. This is an opportunity to buy a stand-out coastal home.
Kinvara, Co Galway – €950,000
The Bays, Cloosh is a detached five-bed home extending to 297 m², set on an elevated and beautifully landscaped one acre site just 6 km from Kinvara Village. Built in 2008 and presented in turnkey condition, the home enjoys panoramic views of Aughinish Bay and the Burren Mountains, with nearby access to local beaches, schools and village amenities. Designed for family living, the property features spacious reception rooms and a stunning open plan kitchen, dining and living area.
The ceilings are vaulted and bespoke finishes can be found throughout, along with a luxurious main suite, home office and four further bedrooms. Outside, mature gardens include a gazebo, patio areas, children’s play spaces, a detached garage and additional storage sheds. Other features include zoned oil-fired central heating, fibre broadband, a group water scheme, natural stone boundary walls and solar panels, adding to the home’s energy efficiency and sustainability.
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