Following the recent launch of a 67-acre farm in Barryroe and a 55-acre farm in Kilbrittain, another holding has just arrived on the market in West Cork. Extending to 61 acres, this latest arrival is a residential property situated at Shanlaragh, Dunmanway, adjacent to the Dunmanway/Coppeen road.

Used over the years for drystock, the land is set out in three blocks, with 47.3 acres situated across the road from the house and outbuildings on c.two acres. It lies adjecent to the house and yard. Reported to have extensive gravel deposits (particularly in the 11.6-acre block), the majority of the land is described as “good quality land for the area” that it has been let out for a number of years. There is, however, a section on the eastern boundary which requires attention. Water is supplied from a private well and the land in the 47.3-acre block can be accessed from an internal farm roadway.

Situated beside the road, the residence is a traditional farmhouse that was completely re-roofed in recent years and has been well maintained over the time. Accommodation includes two reception rooms, kitchen/dining area, bathroom, four bedrooms and a back hall. Adjoining the residence is the former post office. For the locals, this property is a landmark in the area.

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Farm buildings include a two-bay hayshed, a four-bay cattle shed and a range of stone outbuildings.

Given the prime location, the ease of access and the attractive lots, it is expected that locals will express a steady level of interest on the build-up to the auction, at the end of April. A guide in the region of €500,000 is quoted for the entire.

For sale by auction on 25 April in The Parkway Hotel, Dunmanway, through Hodnett Forde, Clonakilty, the property will be offered in one or three lots that include a four-bay cattle shed on c.47.32 acres; c.11.65 acres; and the house and stone outbuildings on c.2.09 acres. CL

British interest in property in Ireland blossoms

Property network Real Estate Alliance reports that 46% of potential British-based buyers are willing to spend between €100,000 and €200,000 on an Irish property. This follows the success of an Irish property exhibition staged in London recently by the REA group, which saw a significant number of cash buyers turning up at the event.

REA chief executive Philip Farrell explains: “A comprehensive survey taken of attendees, showed that the vast majority of them were committed to buying in Ireland, with 46% aiming to spend between €100,000 and €200,000.

“Some 42% of the potential buyers were looking for properties in the €200,000 to €300,000 bracket with 9% seeking to spend over €400,000 on a desirable Irish residence.

“The investment sector proved stronger than we would have anticipated, with 40% of those attending seeking to purchase a buy-to-let property in Ireland.

“A further 38% were aiming to buy a retirement home or planning to move here permanently, with 12% of attendees searching for a holiday home. Another 10% were keen to buy a family house.”

According to the group, the average price for a house in Ireland is €157,000 compared to €211,000 in the UK.

Over 90% of the people who attended the exhibition in London were, reportedly, potential cash buyers with the majority interested in buying a bungalow or house.

Just 20% were looking to purchase an apartment. A recent survey of its members revealed that 20% of their overall enquiries now come from across the water – equating to an average 13% of their overall sales. Real Estate Alliance has formed a strategic alliance with the British property website www.rightmove.co.uk

All the properties that are for sale from each Real Estate Alliance offices will be displayed on this website and also on its sister website www.rightmoveoverseas.co.uk CL

46-acre Roscommon farm is to be offered in lots

John Earley from Property Partners Earley, Roscommon, is handling the sale of three parcels of land in the greater Boyle area by auction on 27 March. The property is the estate of the late John Mattimoe and is located in the townlands of Carrickmore, Lowparks and Spa, not far from Boyle town.

The first block, situated at Carrickmore (The Plains), Boyle, extends to c.46.75 acres set out in two lots. It comes with a derelict bungalow residence, a two-bay hay shed and a range of storage sheds and is situated just off the main Roscommon/Boyle route. The property will be offered in one or two lots that include c.18.33 acres and c. 28.42 acres, respectively, and is reported to be “good quality land” renowned in the area. The guide is in excess of €300,000.

The next block, extending to c.8.87 acres, is situated at Lowparks, Boyle. Described as “a prime parcel of excellent quality roadside land”, this block comes with extensive road frontage and features expansive scenic views. The guide is €8,000 to €10,000/acre.

The final block of c.23.28 acres is situated at Spa, Boyle, and this is set out in three different lots located on opposite sides of a public road. Reported to be “mixed quality land”, this section will be offered in one or three lots that include a derelict house with cattle crush and pen on 15.75 acres; c.1.81 acres and c.5.72 acres, respectively. The guide is €3,000 to €4,000/acre. The auction takes place in the Central Bar, Roscommon town at 3pm on 27 March. CL

Kildare land is guided at €12,000/acre

A guide in the region of €12,000/acre is quoted for a 31-acre parcel of land situated at Ardenode, Ballymore Eustace, Co Kildare. Currently in permanent pasture, the property is laid out in three fields and features extensive frontage to the Kilcullen and Dunlavin roads.

Described as “top quality”, the land is only 2.5 miles from the village of Brannockstown and just over half a mile from Ballymore Eustace. It features natural boundaries throughout and has an abundance of mature timber. Selling agent Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge, will auction the property on 10 April at 3pm in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge.