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4 of a kind
4 of a kind: Rural homes with breathtaking views from all angles
From a four-bed by the Wicklow mountains to a five-bed on the Wild Atlantic Way.
IF YOU’RE TIRED of the hustle and bustle of city life and want to wake up to beautiful views, one of these countryside homes could be for you.
Today, we’re looking at a selection of homes that boast stunning views, whether that’s of the surrounding countryside, the sea, rivers, lakes or mountains.
From Wicklow to Cork, read on to see a selection of properties that match this description on the market right now…
Newcastle, Co Wicklow
Located on an elevated site of one acre of mature grounds in the Wicklow countryside. Meadowlands is a four-bed detached property. Designed to maximise its tranquil surroundings, Meadowlands features multiple picture windows in order to flood each main room with natural light and bring the outside in.
The property comes to the market in turn-key condition, with features including triple height ceilings, solid timber flooring, bay windows and a bright, spacious kitchen. The family home is just a 10-minute drive from Newcastle village, while the journey into Dublin city centre will take about 50 minutes.
Crosstown, Co Wexford
With unrivalled views of the River Slaney, Wexford Harbour and Wexford town, Pinecrest boasts riverside views from nearly every room, while the garden and patio area is the perfect place to unwind outdoors.
Inside, the four-bedroom property has large light-filled living spaces, including a lounge, dining room and kitchen. Wexford town is just a 15-minute stroll from the Pinecrest, with several schools, shops, restaurants and amenities here.
Blessington, Co Wicklow
Sitting on an elevated site of 0.55 acres, Maple Lodge is a three-bed bungalow with stunning views over the Blessington Lakes and Wicklow Mountains. Inside, the property has been well-maintained and boasts a hand-crafted kitchen, Chinese granite flooring and an ornate stone wall in the dining room.
The gardens are well designed and feature ample shrubbery for added privacy. Maple Lodge is just a short stroll from Lacken village, with a national school, pub, chapel and community centre. Despite its tranquil location, the hustle and bustle of City West Business Park and a Luas stop can be reached within a 20-minute drive.
Rosscarbery, West Cork
Caisleanui means ‘little castle’ – and with such a spectacular location, you’ll definitely feel like royalty. Sitting on an elevated site, the five-bedroom property boasts panoramic Atlantic ocean views and direct access to a secluded beach. The home, which was built 30 years ago, has been carefully extended over the years to span 3,500 sq ft on eight acres of land.
Unsurprisingly, Caisleanui features multiple large windows to maximise its beautiful location, as well as a large sun terrace and a private seating area overlooking the beach. Inside, the home is laid out for residents to unwind and entertain, all while enjoying the unbeatable sights of the Wild Atlantic Way.
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