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Sky's The Limit: Coastal living in comfort in picturesque North County Dublin

Homes at Skylark are on the market from €700,000.

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ANYONE ON THE hunt for a mix of stylish living and family-friendly surroundings by the coast, should check out Skylark in Portmarnock 

This thoughtfully designed new development offers a diverse range of two, three and four-bed homes to suit a wide variety of buyer types, from first-timers and already growing families to those looking to downsize or move closer to a town.

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Skylark boasts an impressive variety of property types including detached, semi-detached, terraced homes and elegant duplex and apartment units. Each home is crafted with modern living in mind, featuring expansive floor plans, high-quality finishes and energy-efficient features thanks to air-to-water heat source pumps and heat retaining windows.

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The development is perfectly suited to modern families, offering roomy interiors and spacious private gardens. These homes aren’t  just practical but they’re stylish, too, with designs that reflect a clear focus on functionality and liveability.

At the heart of the development lies Skylark Park – a planned three-acre expanse of landscaped green space that will become a vibrant hub for community life. Whether it’s children enjoying the outdoors, morning dog walks or relaxed weekend picnics, this parkland will offer a welcome breath of fresh air just steps from the front door.

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Location is often everything and Skylark delivers on this front. Just moments away from the stunning Portmarnock Velvet Strand, residents can enjoy beachside living year-round. The new coastal cycle path connecting Portmarnock and Baldoyle enhances the area’s appeal for those who enjoy an active lifestyle, with scenic seaside rides and brisk morning walks easily accessible.

Golf fans are also well catered for, with Portmarnock Golf Club – considered one of the finest courses in the world – nearby, alongside Malahide Golf Club, Sutton Golf Club and the Portmarnock Golf Hotel & Links.

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Despite its serene surroundings, Skylark is well connected. The Portmarnock DART station is just 500 metres away while major routes include the M1, M50. Dublin Airport is only 8 km away. This makes travel and commuting a breeze. For families, the area is well served by super schools, including St. Marnock’s National School and Portmarnock Community School, plus a wide selection of creches and Montessoris.

Just a short drive or DART ride away, Malahide Village offers a vibrant social scene and culinary hotspots like Avoca, Donnybrook Fair and Kajal. For a weekend treat, Howth Harbour – with its famed cliff walks and seafood restaurants – is only ten minutes away.

With spacious homes, sustainable design, access to green space and the sea and excellent local amenities, this is a community built for living well.

Prices for homes at Skylark, St. Marnocks Bay, Portmarnock, Co Dublin start from €700,000 and are available through Evara.

Curious about property sale prices in Portmarnock? Visit Daft.ie’s new Sold Section to explore recent sales and find out more.

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