Exquisite Georgian mansion

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

Styled on the nearby St Cleran’s and Raford country houses, this property is a magnificent replica of a Georgian mansion. Located in Kiltullagh the property is surrounded by 30 acres of pasture land. The striking mansion is approached from two private entrances, both of which are lined with post and rail fencing.

Superior design and landscaped gardens at Glenhaven

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

Located in Ardrahan and only 300 metres from the national school, this home features a gorgeous entrance reception area, a fantastic end to end living room with views to the gardens, superbly spacious day area incorporating beautiful family room with feature fireplace, and kitchen/dining room. There is large utility and guest wc. The gallery landing is a beautiful feature of this home and there are four bedrooms. The master bedroom is a super size with en suite and walk-in wardrobe. There is also the principle bathroom on the first floor.

“The design of this home is smart, with excellent kitchen and living space and an expectation of something different in terms of layout,” said Shelagh McGann of Keane Mahony Smith auctioneers. “This home is exquisitely presented by its builder — a fabulous landscaped site is enhanced by a gorgeous home with truly wonderful interior layout and, most important, a thoughtful design. It is a breath of fresh air for someone who is trudging the property lists for a special home with some excellent energy efficient extras.”

Attractive Dangan residence

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

This is a very attractive and well maintained three bedroom residence. The property is well presented with an additional sun-room/breakfast room extension.

Sunny prices in sunny fields

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

Gort Gréine — meaning ‘sunny field’ — is a lovely estate located just two miles from the centre of Galway city and within close proximity of NUIG and UHG. It comprises a mix of three and four bed semidetached and terraced homes surrounded by large green areas. Its setting offers a range of amenities within easy reach, or indeed walking distance. The location makes for easy access to the city. The area is well serviced with schools, shops, and extensive leisure facilities. Knocknacarra’s Gateway Shopping Centre is within a short stroll and is co-ordinated to cater for the retail, business, and residential needs of the Knocknacarra area. Regular city bus routes are also available nearby.

Impressive Oranmore three bed

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

This is a truly impressive three bedroom mid-terrace home which is prominently located in a quality housing development built in 2004.

Spacious four-bed in Knocknacarra

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

Cartúr Mór is a quiet residential estate located just off the Clybaun Road. Constructed in the mid 1990s, the estate has been finished to the highest possible standard with beautiful mature lawns and gardens throughout. All shops, schools, and amenities are within walking distance and the city centre is just five minutes away.

Lowest ever price for a three bed end of terrace in Castle Park

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

On Friday July 24 O’Donnellan & Joyce will bring into the auction room a splendid three bed end of terrace house in Castle Park for the unbelievable price of €99,000. People have been calling the offices of O‘Donnellan & Joyce over the past few days asking if the price quoted was a misprint — they thought that there was a digit missing in the price quoted for this lovely property, and that it should read €199,000. However this is not the case and No 174 Castle Park is going into the auction room of O’Donnellan & Joyce on Friday July 24 at €99,000.

With all the doom and gloom associated with the property market nowadays, what a lovely lift it is for house hunters to see real value coming their way.

Semple Mill sets a new standard in the rental market

Thu, Jun 25, 2009

This Saturday sees the highly anticipated launch of Galway’s most architecturally distinctive apartment complex to date. Semple Mill is located at Parkavara just off Mill Street, adjacent to the Garda station, in the heart of the city. The development is surrounded on all sides by Galway’s beautiful canals and is a short stroll from the bustling Latin Quarter with all its cafes, restaurants, and unique atmosphere. These apartments are ideally located with a variety of amenities on your doorstep and only a short walk from NUIG and UHG. Secure parking is available with the apartments.

Location is king

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Potential buyers, keeping a sharp eye open for the wide range of keenly priced properties on offer under the present challenging conditions, can look forward to a brilliant location and large site size at No 8 Walshe’s Terrace. The latest in a long line of quality properties to be offered to the market by the leading Galway city based agents Property Partners Maxwell & Heaslip is to go under the hammer in the last of the summer auctions in July.

Magnificent city centre properties to go under the hammer

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

According to O’Donnellan & Joyce these properties at No 9 Bowling Green and No 4 St Joseph’s Avenue are two of the best properties in the city centre to come to the market in a long time. Both of these properties have been totally refurbished and extended and are presented in walk-in condition. The locations of both are the just the best — you can walk to the city centre, NUIG, UCHG, and all other amenities within minutes. It is seldom that such wonderful properties come to the market at the same time.

High profile industrial unit available from Rooney’s

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Rooney auctioneers & chartered surveyors is offering a prime multifunctional warehousing unit in Oldenway Business Park which fronts onto the Old Monivea Road. The building is strategically located only minutes from Galway city and only 0.5km to the Briarhill roundabout to the Dublin and Limerick distribution routes.

Architect designed family home in Gort

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

This exceptional architect-designed five bedroom home is located on the outskirts Gort town. Presented in walk-in condition, this 2,500sq ft approx home overlooks the Gort River. Extended and refurbished by the present owners, this property has had care and attention lavished on it.

Top class four bed in Knocknacarra

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

This fine residence fronts on to a lovely open green area and is within easy walking distance of local church, shops, and school.

Enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of Roundstone

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Ervallagh, situated between Roundstone village and the beautiful white sand beach at Gurteen, is a unique holiday location. This three bed cottage, currently on the market, overlooks Ervallagh Pier.

Rooney’s secures several commercial lettings

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Despite the current economic climate, Rooney chartered surveyors has announced numerous commercial letting transactions in and around Galway city in the past month.

Incredible value in Tuam

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

John Quinn & Co has received instructions to offer for sale an excellent three bedroom semidetached residence at River Crescent, Tuam, which is on offer at amazingly good value of €95,000 and also open to offers.

‘Green shoots’ appear at O’Donnellan & Joyce

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Leading estate agent O’Donnellan & Joyce has reported what it believes to be ‘green shoots’ appearing in the property market in Galway city.

Enjoy a luxury lifestyle in Clarinbridge

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

Redington Woods, Clarinbridge, is without doubt one of the most spectacular developments to come on the market in recent times.

A guide for first time buyers

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

A first-time buyer is someone who hasn't previously, either individually or jointly, purchased or built, on his or her own behalf, a house in Ireland or abroad. Where there is more than one purchaser, each must come within the scope of the definition in order to avail of stamp duty exemptions. In addition, it must be your principal private residence and no rent, other than rent under the stamp duty rent a room arrangements, can be derived from the property for two years after the date of the current purchase.

Get an engineer to survey the property before the contract is signed. Any problems with the structure and/or the boundaries will be highlighted at this early stage.

Traditional meets modern in Cummer

Thu, Jun 18, 2009

This property, built approximately six years ago, has an abundance of features that capture the heart from the minute you step inside. The use of local stone on the façade creates an instant traditional feel which is complEmented by the feature windows and front door.

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