There’s a market for every type of house.
And this week on our Property Watch we take a look at some of the properties on the higher end of the scale that are currently for sale.
We profile five homes that are listed for sale around the €500,000 mark – ranging from €488,000 for a house in Ballybrophy to €525,000 for a an eight-bed bed and breakfast in Portlaoise.
We also look at homes in Killenard, Emo and Clonkeen, outside Portlaoise.
In each case you can click through to view the full profile on Daft.ie.
Garryvacuum, Killenard
A five-bedroom home close to the village of Killenard and within easy access to the M7 motorway.
An extended home for sale with Hume Auctioneers, who describe the “the large professionally landscaped site … with elevated decks and a stunning cut stone patio”.
The auctioneer also lavishly describes the “formidable decor” with particular praise for a “brand new … stunning … perfect kitchen” that boasts two large picture windows.
“A superb garage/office/store building,” also merits attention. “The spacious office to the front enjoys amazing broadband speeds as there is a fibre cabinet directly across from this home. There is ample storage and a garage incorporated into this building.”
Guide Price: €500,000
Station Road, Ballybrophy
A five-bedroom rural residence including a one-bedroom apartment within walking distance of Ballybrophy train station, which serves the Dublin/Cork commuter trains and the branch line for Dublin/Limerick. The property is c. 4km from the M7 motorway access.
This family home was constructed c. 2007 and comprises of Entrance Porch, Entrance Hall, Kitchen/Dining Room, Laundry Room, Cloak Room, Utility Room,Shower Room, Boiler Room, Family Room, Games Room, Five Double Bedrooms, One En-suite, Family Bathroom, Large Landing with Office Area and Hotpress.
The apartment has separate access from the public road and has the benefit of a zoned dual central heating system. Accommodation comprises of Entrance Hall, Kitchen, Living Room, 1 Bedroom and Bathroom.
Outside there is an enclosed paved courtyard area (also accessed from the main house) and car parking area. Included is a site of an old workshop, which could be redeveloped subject to the necessary planning consents. The site is on a separate folio.
Guide Price: €488,000
Clonkeen, Portlaoise
A five-bedroom home located just off the M7/M8 motorway and minutes to Portlaoise town centre on a private mature site coming to the market in the next few weeks.
Features include: Triple state-of-the-art car garage; Air To Water Heating System; Chalon Style handcrafted kitchen; Handmade solid doors; Walk in wardrobes; Walk in pantry; Natural Stone Floors; Massive Rooms; High Ceilings; Galleried Landing; Electric Entrance Gates.
Guide Price: €495,000
Laois County Lodge, Dublin Road, Portlaoise
Sherry FitzGerald Hyland Keating offer to the market this eight-bed detached two storey house.
Currently operating as a successful bed and breakfast this property is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a new challenge. Located on the Main Dublin road within easy reach of transport services, shopping centres, restaurants, bars, hospital and cinema.
Accommodation includes Large kitchen, sitting room, dining room and eight bedrooms all of which are en-suite. The layout is versatile and could be re-designed to provide further living space.
The property offers ample off street parking to the front for guests and a private yard/garden to the rear which also has vehicular access.
Guide Price: €525,000
Cappakeel, Emo
The property is available on a circa one acre site with a guide price seeking offers in excess of €495,000.
Set off a private cul-de-sac this home is approached off its own private entrance through attractive gate piers and accessed by a landscaped driveway.
The property extends to almost 3,500 square feet and boasts a lawned garde, orchard with mature fruit trees and the house is sheltered by tall trees and mature hedgerow.
The home is just three minutes from the M7 motorway and less than ten minutes from Portlaoise.
Guide Price: €495,000
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