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4 of a Kind: Spacious dormer bungalows across the country

This week, we’re in Carlow, Galway, Roscommon and Cork.

Carlow Town, Co Carlow – Price on Application

Set on a beautifully landscaped two acre site in Ballycarney, just five minutes from Carlow town, this detached dormer bungalow offers complete privacy and sweeping countryside views. Spanning about 240 m², the home features five spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms and versatile living areas including two reception rooms, a formal dining room, a bright sunroom, a fitted kitchen and a home office. 

The property is finished in a warm, traditional style and benefits from fibre broadband and gas central heating affording the house with a C2 BER. Outside, two powered detached garages with plumbing offer secure parking, workshop space and conversion potential. The grounds include manicured lawns, mature trees and multiple seating areas, all accessed through a secure electric gate and a sweeping driveway. 

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Galway, Co Galway – €450,000

Located just off the Western Distributor Road in Knocknacarra, 35 Drom Oir is a spacious four-bed semi-detached dormer bungalow in a quiet, well-established estate beside the Clybaun Hotel. Built in the late 1990s by Inchagoill Contractors, this well-maintained 144 m² home features a cobble-lock driveway, generous back garden and a layout ideal for families or first-time buyers. 

Inside, the ground floor offers a bright hallway, large living room with fireplace, kitchen with dining room along with a utility, two double bedrooms and a main bathroom. Upstairs are two expansive bedrooms, both with their own bathrooms and an office. Conveniently located near Dunnes, B&Q, Tesco, local schools and just 4 km from Galway city, the property is also close to a regular bus route. 

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Roscommon Town, Co Roscommon – €380,000

This striking four-bed dormer house comprises over 200 m² of luxurious living space on a beautifully landscaped .91 of an acre site. Finished to a high standard throughout, this bright and spacious home blends countryside charm with modern comfort. The property includes a detached garage and back stables, ideal for equestrian enthusiasts or extra storage.

Inside, the ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall, elegant living room, open plan kitchen with dining and living area, utility, office, bathroom and a large bedroom with en suite bathroom. Upstairs has three more bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom, a main bathroom, storage room and a walk-in hot press.

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Kinsale, Co Cork – €745,000

Set on an elevated .6 of an acre site with panoramic sea views, this stunning four-bed home near Nohoval village blends luxury, space and function across
211 m² of pristine living. The home has a light-filled interior with generously proportioned rooms, including a vast kitchen and dining area, elegant sitting room with bay window and flexible ground floor spaces ideal for family living or remote work. 

Upstairs, a large main suite with walk-in wardrobe and spa-style en suite bathroom complements three more double bedrooms. The landscaped gardens, patio areas and ample parking enhance the outdoor living experience. Meticulously maintained and future-ready, upgrades include fibre broadband, a new well, heating system and fresh painting throughout. Just ten minutes from Kinsale, with easy access to beaches, nature trails and top dining spots, this is coastal living at its best.

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