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What can I get in Ireland right now... for around €525,000?
From an period property in Sligo to a more modern four-bed in West Cork.
FINDING A HOME that matches your budget without compromising your list of must-haves can be tricky, but we’re here to make that task easier.
Each week we round up homes on the market for a certain price point to see how far your budget will get you. This week, we’re looking at properties around the country that are on the market for in and around €525,000.
Here are four properties around Ireland to add to your must-view list…
Kenmare, Co Kerry – €525,000
A house with no shortage of space or natural light, this four-bedroom Kenmare property is one-of-a-kind. Standing on 0.75 acres, the home is spread over an impressive 3,444 sq ft and has a split-level design. Each of the living areas are open-plan, with large glazed doors leading onto the terrace area and into the garden.
The master bedroom is on the ground floor, complete with en-suite bathroom, dressing room and doors leading into the garden. There are a further three double bedrooms in the house, one of which has an en-suite bathroom. The converted attic offers further space. Kenmare town is just a few minutes’ drive away, while the property enjoys views across Kenmare Bay and McGillycuddy Reeks.
Glengarriff, West Cork – €525,000
Translated from Irish as ‘Sea Heights’, Ard na Mara is a four-bedroom home that boasts stunning views of Bantry Bay. The property, which was originally built in 1995, has been completely refurbished to a space of modern luxury. The ground floor accommodation briefly comprises an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, a utility room, three bedrooms, an en-suite bathroom and a family bathroom.
The fourth bedroom and an en-suite bathroom are upstairs, as well as a mezzanine family room which overlooks the living room. Outside, there is a two-storey annex and a workshop. Covering 2,300 sq ft and situated on over an acre, Ard na Mara is within easy reach of both Glengarriff and Bantry.
Shillelagh, Co Wicklow – €495,000
A renovated period property, Game Keeper’s Lodge is a mix of old world charm and modern day living. It maintains many of its original features, including fireplaces, cornicing and granite window sills, and is in excellent condition throughout. The property has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as a separate two-bedroom mews.
Game Keeper’s Lodge, which was built was by Earl of Fitzwilliam as part of the Coolattin Estate, is just one mile from Shillelagh village, while the drive to south Dublin will take about an hour.
Sea Road, Sligo – €525,000
Built in 1930, Sea View House is set on 0.75 acres of manicured gardens. The property, which has four bedrooms and one bathroom, boasts multiple period features, including cornicing, marble fireplaces and panelling on the walls.
To the rear of the property, there are three storage rooms and a glass house. Sea View House is fully alarmed and fitted with a CCTV camera, while it is accessed via electric gates and a gravel driveway. Sligo town centre and all of its amenities including schools, shops and sports facilities, is a 10 minute walk away.
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