Kilsallagh, Westport, Mayo

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Beds	4 beds
Price	Sold
Property Type
Size	180.4 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-D1
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Eircode	F28P685

Description

A spectacularly located property with a front row seat overlooking Clew bay, its rugged Atlantic coastline and ocean views for as far as the eye can see with Croagh Patrick dominating the rear view. This detached home is a most attractive proposition for those seeking countryside living with excellent unspoilt setting within easy access of both Westport and Louisburgh. The property is a substantial split-level family home occupying an elevated site of approximately 0.45 hectares (c.1.11 acres), sitting at the foot of Croagh Patrick and benefitting from spectacular views across Clew Bay, Clare Island, Achill & Mulranny. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the property consists of generous spacious living accommodation, four bedrooms, two en-suite, family bathroom, open plan kitchen/dining area with living room off and utility. In addition, there is further accommodation incorporating two rooms and a W.C., which can be accessed from the main house internally, but also has a separate external access. This offers an incoming purchaser an array of possibilities and is an ideal space for someone working from home, a studio or Air B&B, to name but a few. The property makes a magnificent family home in a very special part of the west coast of Ireland The bright and well-proportioned accommodation extends to approximately 180 sq.m (c.1,940 sq.ft) and has been very well looked after since its construction in 1992, but also affords the incoming purchaser tremendous scope to refurbish the extensive accommodation to provide a unique home that caters for the modern family needs. Entering the property, there is a galleried entrance hall featuring a quarter turn staircase leading up to the principle living accommodation above. The lounge, which is accessed via double doors from the entrance hallway has a feature decorative raised ceiling, coving, a large bay window overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with an open fire place, where you can enjoy the best of both worlds. A large open plan kitchen/dining space, has the benefit of a further living space just off same. Fitted with an open fire, sliding patio doors and a feature bay window seat to take in the surrounding coastal views, it is quite obvious that panoramic sea and/or mountain views are the defining feature of every room in this property. The property is approached via a tarmacadam driveway providing secure parking for several cars. There is a cattle grid and separate pedestrian gateway at the entrance. Adjacent to the main dwelling is a detached garage with plumbing and electrics connected and a timber fuel store. The rear garden has a feature beach stone archway and boundary wall, with the holy mountain of Croagh Patrick clearly visible. The gardens are laid to lawn with some mature shrubs and trees throughout with a natural stone boundary wall to the front. Location: Located as it is on the Atlantic coast, Louisburgh is famous for its wide range of unspoilt beaches, famed for their clean bathing waters and untainted sandy coves. Beaches in the Louisburgh area include Carramore, Old Head and Bertra, while beaches in nearby Killadoon have been rated as the best in Europe, i.e. Tallabawn (Silver Strand) and Dooaghtry. Leenane is approx. 25 miles to the south of Louisburgh. Nearby Roonagh Pier, approx. 6 km from the town, is the departure point for ferries to Clare Island and Inishturk. Other beautiful scenic drives include going south to Connemara via Doolough and Leenane, north to Achill via Westport and Newport, or to Ballycastle and the Ceide Fields via Castlebar and Pontoon, or east to Tourmakeady and Lough Nafooey via Westport/ Tourmakeady and Leenane. A short drive from Louisburgh is the famous Killary Fjord, a 9-mile-long inlet which boasts some of the finest scenery in the west of Ireland. If your passion is walking, climbing or just generally 'rambling', then Louisburgh is the perfect destination for you! There are numerous very interesting walks to discover in and around Louisburgh, with magnificent scenery thrown in for good measure. Louisburgh town has all essential day to day amenities, namely post office, church, convenience store, variety of cafes, public houses, chemist, doctors, primary and secondary schools to name but a few. The town of Westport is approx. 15km from this property, Westport, designated one of Bord Failte's Heritage Towns, is situated in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay. One of the few planned towns in the Country, Westport was designed in the 18th Century by James Wyatt. It has become one of Ireland's established tourism centres, with many outstanding features, most notably the beautiful tree lined boulevard known as The Mall, running parallel to the Carrowbeg River. Wild Atlantic Way: From the wind-whipped tip of Malin Head to the safe haven of Kinsale Harbour, wrap yourself in the wilderness of the West coast of Ireland on the world's longest defined coastal touring route. The Wild Atlantic Way is a sensational journey of soaring cliffs and buzzing towns and cities, of hidden beaches and epic bays. So, whether you drive it from end-to-end, or dip into it as the mood strikes, it's going to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. To find out more visit www.wildatlanticway.com

Accommodation

Front Porch: 1.46m x 1.96m Entrance Hall & Landing: 3.97m x 2.41m Lounge: 4.84m x 4.05m Kitchen/Dining: 6.37m x 3.45m Living Room: 4.65m x 3.88m Utility Room: 3.45m x 2.54m W.C. 1.73m x 0.99m Back Room: 2.45m x 1.09m + 2.99m x 1.94m TV Room: 2.30m x 4.30m Inner Hallway: 9.83m x 1.08m Hotpress: 1.58m x 1.19m Bathroom: 1.67m x 1.78m + 2.98m x 1.73m Bedroom 1: 3.47m x 4.29m Bedroom 2: 3.33m x 3.40m Bedroom 3: 3.48m x 3.95m Ensuite: 0.96m x 3.46m Back Hall: 2.06m x 0.96m – Steps down to Bedroom 4 Bedroom 4: 2.97m x 3.85m + 1.83m x 1.19m Ensuite 2.89m x 1.08m Approximate Internal Floor Area: 180.40 sq.m (c.1,942 sq.ft)

Features

 Magnificent family home within 15km of Westport town and 7km of Louisburgh  Spectacular coastal views over Clew Bay and its many islands  Substantial split-level property with 4 bedrooms (2 Ensuite)  Situate on a large elevated site of c.0.45 hectares (c.1.11 acres)  Landscaped grounds, tarmacadam driveway, outdoor lighting, detached garage

BER Details

BER: D1

Directions

From Louisburgh, proceed out the main Westport Road (R335) for circa 6.7km. The property is located along the main road on the right-hand side with FM Auctioneers For Sale Sign thereon.

Description

Accommodation

Features

BER Details

BER: D1

Directions

From Louisburgh, proceed out the main Westport Road (R335) for circa 6.7km. The property is located along the main road on the right-hand side with FM Auctioneers For Sale Sign thereon.