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A character filled waterfront home in an idyllic location nestled on the edge of Carraroe lake and within easy walking distance of the village. The spectacular open plan kitchen/dining room has a double height vaulted ceiling, wood panelled and cut stone walls, 100 year old timber floors and a large handmade solid elm bespoke kitchen. New double glazed doors open from the dining area onto the upper entertaining area on the edge of the lake. Wandering through the garden the steps lead you down to the waters edge where you can launch your kayak or fish for trout. Leading from the kitchen a wide timber lined corridor leads through to the bedrooms and family bathroom. The large master bedroom has a large walk in robe(suitable for conversion to a large ensuite), a cut stone fireplace, and ample room for wardrobes and a king size bed. Also leading off the hallway are two more bedrooms each with spectacular views over the lake. Upstairs is a large room which also has lake views and a beautiful stained glass window. The large family bathroom has a large bath, timber panelling, high ceiling and views over the lake. In the evenings feed the swans, watch the Curraghs train on the lake and enjoy the spectacular sunsets over the lake with the 12 Bens and Mamturk mountains as the backdrop. With no neighbours on three sides and the lake wrapping around the property you have close to 80m of private waterfront and 180 degree plus water views. For those who like the outdoors you will have no excuses as you can just launch your kayak or boat from the garden and head out for a paddle or some fishing. The lake was one of artist Charles Lamb's favourite fishing spots and the lake features in many of his paintings. There are many local walking trails and the Mamturks and 12 Bens are visible from the house and a 30 min drive away. Other local attractions include the Connemara Isles Golf course (10 min drive), ferry to Aran Islands (10 min drive) and countless beautiful beaches, piers and coves. The house is only a short stroll(300m) from Carraroe village famous for it's Galway Hooker racing and the nearby Coral Beach. The village has all the facilities you could need including large supermarket, pubs, restaurants, school, hardware store, church etc all of which are within easy walk from the house. For those who like sailing the nearest pier with yacht moorings, Sruthan, is only 800m from the house. You can sail into the pier and be within easy walking distance from your house and the village. The nearest beach is 1.5km away and the famous Coral beach is a 5min drive(4km) and Galway city is only 20 miles away. The house also comes with planning permission for a split level boathouse and garage. The lower level is the boathouse and has double height ceiling with large double doors opening onto the edge of the lake. This could make a great studio space or workshop for budding or accomplished artists alike. It is very very rare to get the chance to own a historic lake front property with such spectacular views within easy walk of pubs, restaurants and the local pier. Make sure to try time a viewing for sunset as you will be amazed at how truly breathtaking and relaxing the sunsets can be from your back garden.

Description

A character filled waterfront home in an idyllic location nestled on the edge of Carraroe lake and within easy walking distance of the village. The spectacular open plan kitchen/dining room has a double height vaulted ceiling, wood panelled and cut stone walls, 100 year old timber floors and a large handmade solid elm bespoke kitchen. New double glazed doors open from the dining area onto the upper entertaining area on the edge of the lake. Wande ...

Accommodation

The Old Knitting Factory(Teach an Mhuilinn(House of the lake)): The Old Knitting Factory, Cararoe. Also known as Teach an Mhuilinn & Carraroe Lake House 3/4 Bed Lakefront/Waterfront House steeped in local history This inspiring waterfront 4 bed property is located on the wild Atlantic Way in the heart of Connemara. The house is filled with character and steeped in history and is only a short stroll (300m) from the well serviced Gealtacht village of Carraroe (An Ceathru rua). The house was built in 1906 as a knitting school and has been lovingly transformed into a beautiful family home retaining many of its original features including cut stone fireplaces, original wooden floors and wood panelled walls. Additional Details: The house has planning permission in place for a split level boat house and garage. Drawings are available on request.

Rooms

Features

• waterfront property with over 80m of private lake front and 200 degree + lake views • direct access to lake • Easy walk to Carraroe Village (only 300m) and pubs/restaurants/supermarkets/school (approx 600m) • 1.5km to nearest beach (4km to world famous Coral Strand) • Galway city 40km • Off road parking for approx. 8 cars • Planning permission in place for split level boathouse and garage • 800 meters to local pier with yacht moorings available (8km to Rossaveal harbour marina with winter moorings available) • zoned oil fired central heating • double/triple glazed windows • large open plan kitchen/sitting/dining room with double height ceiling • water views from most rooms (Sunsets visible across the lake year round) • 3 cut stone open fireplaces • New double glazed French doors opening out onto rear patio area with spectacular lake views • Unobstructed views across lake of sunsets * spectacular unrestricted views over the lake with the Mamturks Mountains and 12 Bens visible in the background * No neighbours on 3 sides * Master bedroom with large walk in robe(suitable for conversion to large en-suite) * Planning reference of boathouse/garage - 12632

Features

• waterfront property with over 80m of private lake front and 200 degree + lake views• direct access to lake • Easy walk to Carraroe Village (only 300m) and pubs/restaurants/supermarkets/school (approx 600m)• 1.5km to nearest beach (4km to worl ...

BER Details

BER: G BER No. 106972540 Energy Performance Indicator: 574.39 kWh/m²/yr

Directions

From Galway approaching Carraroe, pass the Top oil petrol station on the right hand side, the property is located just 0.6km further along this road on the right hand side identified by a DNG Martin O'Connor For Sale sign.

Viewing Details

Viewings are strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents DNG Martin O'Connor Tel 091 866708 or email oughterard@dng.ie

History

The house dates from 1906 and was originally built as a knitting school by the congested districts board. The school educated the local women in the art of knitting and provided much needed employment and income for the area. The house is known as “An Sean Monarcha” (The Old Factory). It is also known locally as Teach an Mhuilinn (house of the lake) due to its location on the shore of Loch an Mhuilinn. The house is full of character and has been home and inspiration to many artists over the years. The house was once home to the filmmaker Bob Quinn and his family. His films include Poitín, Caoineadh Airt Uí Laoghaire, and Atlantean. During his time in the house Bob set up the independent Cinegael, an Irish language cinema, showing Irish language films. The largest room in the house was used as the cinema. Bob’s son Robert Quinn grew up in the house and his award winning documentary ‘Cinegael Paradiso – Once upon a time in Connemara’ is based on him growing up in the house/Cinema. More recently the jewellery makers Jackie and Edd Kielty operated their jewellery making business from the house. The house is nestled on the edge of the pristine Loch an Mhuilinn. The lake and the surrounding scenery formed the inspiration for many of Charles Lamb’s paintings when he lived in the area from 1933 until his death in 1964. The lake was a favourite fishing spot for Charles Lamb and still contains numerous trout which can be seen jumping at the bottom of the garden most evenings.

Current Owner's comment

“I have loved every minute of living in this house and despite not getting to spend as much time there as I would like I have always considered it home. Every time I walk in and look around I am energised. Walking across the 100 year old floorboards and putting a hand on the thick solid cut stone walls has allowed all the stresses of a busy life to be drawn away. Sitting at the bottom of my garden, by the edge of my lake (well it seems like my lake!), watching the sun set makes me feel like luckiest person alive. Enjoying a pint (or two) of Guinness in the local has been made even more enjoyable knowing I am only a short stroll from home. I think if I had spent more time here I would have become an artist! Until I can find something similar in Australia I will just have to continue my life as an Engineer. Slan, slan go foill. “

Outdoor Lifestyle

The property would form the perfect base for someone who loves the outdoors. It literally has fishing, sailing, kayaking, swimming right on your back doorstep. For those who like sailing the lake would be suitable for small sailing boats and the local pier (Sruthan) is only 800m from the house. With the local pier (with yacht moorings) only a short walk away you could sail into Sruthan and be only a short stroll from home. There is also a new marina at the nearby Rossaveal Harbour suitable for year round mooring. The Arran island are only a short(approx. 18km) sail away. For those who like walking and hiking there is plenty of walking nearby and the Mamturks and 12 Bens can be seen from the house and back garden. For those keen golfers the Connemara Isles Golf Club is only 8km away and the the Connemara Championship Golf Links golf course is 70km away.

Location

An Cheathrú Rua or Carraroe is the main population of South Connemara and the principal town in the Connemara Gaeltacht. 40km from Galway City it is situated on a peninsula, with Casla Bay to the east and Greatman’s Bay to the west. The shoreline is dotted with beaches, the most famous of which is the Dóilín or the Coral Strand, made from an unusual coralline algae known as maerl. An Cheathrú Rua is a centre of cultural and social life with a strong emphasis on the Irish language and traditional crafts and activities. Few places in Ireland have a stronger everyday usage of the Irish language. NUIG has located some of its Irish language department here, while Radio na Gaeltachta and TG4 broadcast from nearby. The sea and traditional boats are central to life in An Cheathrú Rua and nearby. Casla Bay, Greatman’s Bay and Kilkieran Bay are home waters for many of the Galway Hookers, na Báid Mhóra, and their smaller cousins gleoiteogs and púcáns. These traditional sailing craft are raced up and down the Connemara coast at regattas held every weekend during the summer. The race from Sruthán Pier at the head of Casla Bay to Kinvara at the head of Galway Bay sees the waters off the shore at An Caorán Mór filled with sail every summer. Canvas currachs are also raced in intense sea races at regattas while wooden currachs found all along the shore are used for fishing, checking lobster pots and pleasure. An Cheatrú Rua hosts many of the services for the South Connemara region including pubs, shops, doctors, schools, a library, ambulance service, Garda station, garages, sporting facilities and clubs etc. Additional details for the town of Carraroe (An Ceathru Rua) can be found at the following website: http://www.carraroe.ie/

Sunset

Make sure to call around on a clear evening to witness the spectacular sunsets across the lake from the back garden. No two sunsets are the same and you will never tire off sitting out with a glass of wine (or a cup of tea) enjoying the sun setting over the lake.

Potential

Holiday Home /Investment: The house has the potential to command very good holiday rental income during the summer months due to it’s character, waterfront location and proximity to the village/pubs and local beaches. The house is located on the Wild Atlantic Way which will also help sell it as the great holiday rental. The house will tick all the boxes for those holiday makers looking for a character filled waterfront property and has the bonus of being within an easy walk of the local pubs/shops and restaurants.

Description

A character filled waterfront home in an idyllic location nestled on the edge of Carraroe lake and within easy walking distance of the village. The spectacular open plan kitchen/dining room has a double height vaulted ceiling, wood panelled and cut stone walls, 100 year old timber floors and a large handmade solid elm bespoke kitchen. New double glazed doors open from the dining area onto the upper entertaining area on the edge of the lake. Wandering through the garden the steps lead you down to the waters edge where you can launch your kayak or fish for trout. Leading from the kitchen a wide timber lined corridor leads through to the bedrooms and family bathroom. The large master bedroom has a large walk in robe(suitable for conversion to a large ensuite), a cut stone fireplace, and ample room for wardrobes and a king size bed. Also leading off the hallway are two more bedrooms each with spectacular views over the lake. Upstairs is a large room which also has lake views and a beautiful stained glass window. The large family bathroom has a large bath, timber panelling, high ceiling and views over the lake. In the evenings feed the swans, watch the Curraghs train on the lake and enjoy the spectacular sunsets over the lake with the 12 Bens and Mamturk mountains as the backdrop. With no neighbours on three sides and the lake wrapping around the property you have close to 80m of private waterfront and 180 degree plus water views. For those who like the outdoors you will have no excuses as you can just launch your kayak or boat from the garden and head out for a paddle or some fishing. The lake was one of artist Charles Lamb's favourite fishing spots and the lake features in many of his paintings. There are many local walking trails and the Mamturks and 12 Bens are visible from the house and a 30 min drive away. Other local attractions include the Connemara Isles Golf course (10 min drive), ferry to Aran Islands (10 min drive) and countless beautiful beaches, piers and coves. The house is only a short stroll(300m) from Carraroe village famous for it's Galway Hooker racing and the nearby Coral Beach. The village has all the facilities you could need including large supermarket, pubs, restaurants, school, hardware store, church etc all of which are within easy walk from the house. For those who like sailing the nearest pier with yacht moorings, Sruthan, is only 800m from the house. You can sail into the pier and be within easy walking distance from your house and the village. The nearest beach is 1.5km away and the famous Coral beach is a 5min drive(4km) and Galway city is only 20 miles away. The house also comes with planning permission for a split level boathouse and garage. The lower level is the boathouse and has double height ceiling with large double doors opening onto the edge of the lake. This could make a great studio space or workshop for budding or accomplished artists alike. It is very very rare to get the chance to own a historic lake front property with such spectacular views within easy walk of pubs, restaurants and the local pier. Make sure to try time a viewing for sunset as you will be amazed at how truly breathtaking and relaxing the sunsets can be from your back garden.

Description

A character filled waterfront home in an idyllic location nestled on the edge of Carraroe lake and within easy walking distance of the village. The spectacular open plan kitchen/dining room has a double height vaulted ceiling, wood panelled and cut stone walls, 100 year old timber floors and a large handmade solid elm bespoke kitchen. New double glazed doors open from the dining area onto the upper entertaining area on the edge of the lake. Wande ...

Accommodation

The Old Knitting Factory(Teach an Mhuilinn(House of the lake)): The Old Knitting Factory, Cararoe. Also known as Teach an Mhuilinn & Carraroe Lake House 3/4 Bed Lakefront/Waterfront House steeped in local history This inspiring waterfront 4 bed property is located on the wild Atlantic Way in the heart of Connemara. The house is filled with character and steeped in history and is only a short stroll (300m) from the well serviced Gealtacht village of Carraroe (An Ceathru rua). The house was built in 1906 as a knitting school and has been lovingly transformed into a beautiful family home retaining many of its original features including cut stone fireplaces, original wooden floors and wood panelled walls. Additional Details: The house has planning permission in place for a split level boat house and garage. Drawings are available on request.

Rooms

Features

• waterfront property with over 80m of private lake front and 200 degree + lake views • direct access to lake • Easy walk to Carraroe Village (only 300m) and pubs/restaurants/supermarkets/school (approx 600m) • 1.5km to nearest beach (4km to world famous Coral Strand) • Galway city 40km • Off road parking for approx. 8 cars • Planning permission in place for split level boathouse and garage • 800 meters to local pier with yacht moorings available (8km to Rossaveal harbour marina with winter moorings available) • zoned oil fired central heating • double/triple glazed windows • large open plan kitchen/sitting/dining room with double height ceiling • water views from most rooms (Sunsets visible across the lake year round) • 3 cut stone open fireplaces • New double glazed French doors opening out onto rear patio area with spectacular lake views • Unobstructed views across lake of sunsets * spectacular unrestricted views over the lake with the Mamturks Mountains and 12 Bens visible in the background * No neighbours on 3 sides * Master bedroom with large walk in robe(suitable for conversion to large en-suite) * Planning reference of boathouse/garage - 12632

Features

• waterfront property with over 80m of private lake front and 200 degree + lake views• direct access to lake • Easy walk to Carraroe Village (only 300m) and pubs/restaurants/supermarkets/school (approx 600m)• 1.5km to nearest beach (4km to worl ...

BER Details

BER: G BER No. 106972540 Energy Performance Indicator: 574.39 kWh/m²/yr

Directions

From Galway approaching Carraroe, pass the Top oil petrol station on the right hand side, the property is located just 0.6km further along this road on the right hand side identified by a DNG Martin O'Connor For Sale sign.

Viewing Details

Viewings are strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents DNG Martin O'Connor Tel 091 866708 or email oughterard@dng.ie

History

The house dates from 1906 and was originally built as a knitting school by the congested districts board. The school educated the local women in the art of knitting and provided much needed employment and income for the area. The house is known as “An Sean Monarcha” (The Old Factory). It is also known locally as Teach an Mhuilinn (house of the lake) due to its location on the shore of Loch an Mhuilinn. The house is full of character and has been home and inspiration to many artists over the years. The house was once home to the filmmaker Bob Quinn and his family. His films include Poitín, Caoineadh Airt Uí Laoghaire, and Atlantean. During his time in the house Bob set up the independent Cinegael, an Irish language cinema, showing Irish language films. The largest room in the house was used as the cinema. Bob’s son Robert Quinn grew up in the house and his award winning documentary ‘Cinegael Paradiso – Once upon a time in Connemara’ is based on him growing up in the house/Cinema. More recently the jewellery makers Jackie and Edd Kielty operated their jewellery making business from the house. The house is nestled on the edge of the pristine Loch an Mhuilinn. The lake and the surrounding scenery formed the inspiration for many of Charles Lamb’s paintings when he lived in the area from 1933 until his death in 1964. The lake was a favourite fishing spot for Charles Lamb and still contains numerous trout which can be seen jumping at the bottom of the garden most evenings.

Current Owner's comment

“I have loved every minute of living in this house and despite not getting to spend as much time there as I would like I have always considered it home. Every time I walk in and look around I am energised. Walking across the 100 year old floorboards and putting a hand on the thick solid cut stone walls has allowed all the stresses of a busy life to be drawn away. Sitting at the bottom of my garden, by the edge of my lake (well it seems like my lake!), watching the sun set makes me feel like luckiest person alive. Enjoying a pint (or two) of Guinness in the local has been made even more enjoyable knowing I am only a short stroll from home. I think if I had spent more time here I would have become an artist! Until I can find something similar in Australia I will just have to continue my life as an Engineer. Slan, slan go foill. “

Outdoor Lifestyle

The property would form the perfect base for someone who loves the outdoors. It literally has fishing, sailing, kayaking, swimming right on your back doorstep. For those who like sailing the lake would be suitable for small sailing boats and the local pier (Sruthan) is only 800m from the house. With the local pier (with yacht moorings) only a short walk away you could sail into Sruthan and be only a short stroll from home. There is also a new marina at the nearby Rossaveal Harbour suitable for year round mooring. The Arran island are only a short(approx. 18km) sail away. For those who like walking and hiking there is plenty of walking nearby and the Mamturks and 12 Bens can be seen from the house and back garden. For those keen golfers the Connemara Isles Golf Club is only 8km away and the the Connemara Championship Golf Links golf course is 70km away.

Location

An Cheathrú Rua or Carraroe is the main population of South Connemara and the principal town in the Connemara Gaeltacht. 40km from Galway City it is situated on a peninsula, with Casla Bay to the east and Greatman’s Bay to the west. The shoreline is dotted with beaches, the most famous of which is the Dóilín or the Coral Strand, made from an unusual coralline algae known as maerl. An Cheathrú Rua is a centre of cultural and social life with a strong emphasis on the Irish language and traditional crafts and activities. Few places in Ireland have a stronger everyday usage of the Irish language. NUIG has located some of its Irish language department here, while Radio na Gaeltachta and TG4 broadcast from nearby. The sea and traditional boats are central to life in An Cheathrú Rua and nearby. Casla Bay, Greatman’s Bay and Kilkieran Bay are home waters for many of the Galway Hookers, na Báid Mhóra, and their smaller cousins gleoiteogs and púcáns. These traditional sailing craft are raced up and down the Connemara coast at regattas held every weekend during the summer. The race from Sruthán Pier at the head of Casla Bay to Kinvara at the head of Galway Bay sees the waters off the shore at An Caorán Mór filled with sail every summer. Canvas currachs are also raced in intense sea races at regattas while wooden currachs found all along the shore are used for fishing, checking lobster pots and pleasure. An Cheatrú Rua hosts many of the services for the South Connemara region including pubs, shops, doctors, schools, a library, ambulance service, Garda station, garages, sporting facilities and clubs etc. Additional details for the town of Carraroe (An Ceathru Rua) can be found at the following website: http://www.carraroe.ie/

Sunset

Make sure to call around on a clear evening to witness the spectacular sunsets across the lake from the back garden. No two sunsets are the same and you will never tire off sitting out with a glass of wine (or a cup of tea) enjoying the sun setting over the lake.

Potential

Holiday Home /Investment: The house has the potential to command very good holiday rental income during the summer months due to it’s character, waterfront location and proximity to the village/pubs and local beaches. The house is located on the Wild Atlantic Way which will also help sell it as the great holiday rental. The house will tick all the boxes for those holiday makers looking for a character filled waterfront property and has the bonus of being within an easy walk of the local pubs/shops and restaurants.
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Date created: Nov 14, 2014

DNG Martin O'Connor Auctioneers
DNG Martin O'Connor Auctioneers
PSRA Licence No. 003607
Martin O'Connor
Call Agent: 091 8...