An interesting opportunity has emerged in Ballymoe, near Williamstown, Co Galway. For sale by private treaty with Tom Tyrrell auctioneers is a 73.5ac plot of mixed-quality land with residential potential, along with rights to 115ac of adjoining commonage.

Comprising several nearby parcels of mixed grazing and upland ground, the main landholding is suited to a range of uses including sheep grazing and forestry development.

Included within one of the plots is a three-bedroom cottage, which, while requiring full restoration, is likely to qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG), creating scope to restore it as a comfortable family home, subject to the necessary requirements.

Split among 19 parts, the commonage adds significant scale and capacity to the holding and may also provide grant eligibility to the new owner. Alongside the land and residential potential, this broadens its appeal to new entrants, expanding sheep farmers and those with an interest in forestry.

Aerial view of the commonage at Ballymoe, Williamstown, Co Galway. \ Gilmore Aerial Imaging and Agridrone Services.

One of the plots is situated in proximity to existing forestry. \ Gilmore Aerial Imaging and Agridrone Services.

Conveniently located close to the towns of Tuam, Co Galway, and Castlerea, Co Roscommon, the farm is within easy reach of all key amenities and services and is well-connected to the wider western and midland regions.

Guided in the region of €400,000 for the entire, the vendor is also open to selling the residential plot separate to the wider land and commonage rights, pending enquiry.