In a region like Connacht where farms are typically fragmented, sizeable blocks of land are a rare find. That’s what gives considerable appeal to this residential farm in Lissalway, Castlerea, Co Roscommon. Laid out in one convenient block, the 76ac holding includes a two-storey farmhouse and a yard equipped with a range of infrastructure.

Set back from the road along a driveway, the three-bedroom house enjoys privacy and seclusion.

While in need of modernisation, the residence is currently liveable, and having been vacant for some time, it is likely to qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG).

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Abutting the rear of the house are several block-built byres, which offer potential for conversion into additional residential space, subject to the necessary permissions.

Livestock handling facilities include a four-bay straw-bedded shed, a four bay lie-back, a haybarn, several stores, and a cattle crush and pen. Extending behind the house, the 76ac are subdivided into multiple plots.

The yard includes several tradition byres with potential for conversion.

The cattle pen at Lissalway, Castlerea, Co Roscommon.

While the land is good quality at its core, it would benefit from some investment in draining, reseeding and fencing to restore it to its prime.

For sale by private treaty, the farm is offered in three lots, with buyers having the option of purchasing the entire, guided at €800,000, the house on 8ac, guided at €250,000, and the lands on 68ac, guided at €550,000.

Exterior of the barn at Lissalway, Castlerea, Co Roscommon.
The interior of the lieback shed.

Local interest has been strong from both dairy and beef enterprises, and the property is currently under offer at the asking price.

Situated 8km from the town of Castlerea, Co Roscommon, the farm is within close reach of essential amenities and services. Also within 8km is access to the N60 road.