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four of a kind
4 of a kind: Spectacular country homes with lots of green space
Live in a restored farmhouse in West Cork or a manor home in Leixlip.
UPPING STICKS FOR a quiet life in the countryside is often the dream for those yearning to escape the noise of a bustling town or city.
And, as we all know, Ireland is dotted with traditional, as well as modern, rural homes.
With plenty of space, generous acreage and a whole host of modern additions within, here’s our edit of four country homes of all sizes, from farmhouses to manors.
Carrick-on-Suir, Co Tipperary
Located outside the village of Ahenny, just 11km from the Norman town of Carrick-on-Suir, is a charming farmhouse that does things in fours. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms make up the main house and outbuildings, while it also sits on four acres of land.
A character-filled farmhouse that’s in good nick, The Slate Quarry is named for the nearby quarries that provided about 10% of Ireland’s slate in the mid 19th century. The house’s beautiful stone facade is mirrored within. Well-maintained brickwork, sash windows and wood-burning stoves exude countryside vibes, while central heating and modern cooking appliances bring things up to date.
It’s on the market for €299,000.
Leixlip, Co Kildare
Marshfield House in Leixlip is a detached six-bedroom Queen Anne manor house built in the early 1700s. The property has approximately eight acres of land which include paddocks, a workshop and outbuildings. Laid out over three storeys, a hand-carved staircase greets you in the hallway. Upstairs there is three bedrooms on the first floor, all with feature fireplaces. The family bathroom is also on this level. On the second floor are a further three bedrooms and a shower room.
The home is discreetly tucked away at the end of Mill Lane, a small cul-de-sac on the banks of the River Liffey, close to Castletown House and Leixlip Castle built in 1172. It is conveniently located just five minutes walk from historic Leixlip village, making it the perfect commuter family home that’s close to everything.
Dromineer, Co Tipperary
Surrounded by lakes, breathtaking views and mature gardens, Sedboro is a four-bed family home that’s spread over 1,487 sq ft, sitting on almost an acre of land. Comprising of many fruit trees along with mature beech, larch, scots pine and many other native trees, Sedboro ensures plenty of room to breathe in an idyllic location.
Just a short walk away is the village of Dromineer, which hosts one of the oldest yacht clubs in Ireland. The home is located just 10 km from the M7 motorway, connecting to Dublin and Limerick city. For fishing, boating and sailing lovers, it’s good to know that Terryglass and Portumna all sit along wonderful Lough Derg, too.
Skibbereen, West Cork
Those with green fingers may want to consider taking a look at this four-bedroom, two-bathroom farmhouse sitting on 2.5 acres in picturesque west Cork, just three miles from Ballydehob and five from Skibbereen town. As if being surrounded by a paddock, a field and a mature garden wasn’t enough, Land of Lyre also enjoys a polytunnel, orchard and a fruit enclosure.
An extensive renovation meant that the property’s former milking parlour and pigsty received star treatment. Now home to a farmhouse-style kitchen with an Aga, along with a studio, this inviting space connects to the main house seamlessly. Views of the countryside and glimpses of Mount Gabriel and Roaring Water Bay are the icing on the cake.
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