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4 of a kind
4 of a kind: Countryside homes a stone's throw from the water
From a five-bed with its own lake in Westmeath to a bungalow on an island in the West.
WHETHER IT’S BY a lake, a river or the sea, living close to the water is something many people lust after.
This week we’re looking at homes around the country with easy access to the water – from a five-bed with its own lake in Westmeath to a bungalow on an island in the West.
Knockhouse, Co Waterford – €495,000
With views of Bella Lake to the front, the Comeragh Mountains to the rear and surrounded by the beautiful Waterford countryside, Rowantree House boasts an enviable location. The five-bed property is situated on an elevated site of two acres, which includes landscaped gardens and mature trees.
Rowantree House spans 2,960 sq ft of bright and spacious accommodation, including a two-storey self-contained unit with one bedroom and its own entrance. The property is less than a 10-minute drive from the fishing village of Dunmore East, while Waterford city is 15 minutes away.
Midleton, East Cork – €450,000
Coming to the market in turn-key condition, Ashcroft is a six-bedroom property with a beautiful interior. It measures just shy of 3,000 sq ft and comes complete with attractive features and finishes throughout, including wood flooring, wall panelling and a large kitchen with ample storage space.
Ashcroft boasts impressive gardens to the front and to the rear, where there’s an extensive west-facing lawn and patio area. The property is in an ideal location for families, with Shanagarry Beach just a 15-minute walk away and Shanagarry National School just a 10-minute walk away. Midleton town can be reached by car in 20 minutes.
Inishmacatreer Island, Co Galway – €320,000
If you’re looking to take a break from reality, this four-bed bungalow on Inishmacatreer Island might do the trick. Situated on the shore of Lough Corrib, the property is connected to the mainland by a causeway and is a 20-minute drive from Ballinrobe town.
The accommodation is bright and well-kept, with beautiful views of the lake from many of the rooms. Features include a newly fitted stove in the sitting room, timber flooring and a new bespoke kitchen and dining area. A patio area to the side of the property provides the perfect spot to enjoy the views, while there are manicured lawns to the front, side and rear.
Castledaly, Co Westmeath – €445,000
Located on a private site of two acres, this five-bed property is one-of-a-kind. The grounds include a large fishing lake, an apple orchard, several sheds and garages, a granny flat and a gym. To top it all off, there’s a mock ‘historic house’ which acts as a BBQ and dining area.
As for the property itself, it was built in 2008 and features a light-filled interior with large living areas and solid wood flooring throughout. A feature sunroom overlooks the lake and gives the feel of a countryside retreat. Moate town is a 10-minute drive away, while Athlone can be reached in 20 minutes.
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