A 30ac farm with a modern slatted shed is on the market near Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo. The holding is at Ballindrehid and has been brought to market by Paul Lafferty Auctioneers and Valuers. It is for sale by private treaty.

The holding sits on the L5938 local road, approximately 2.5km from the centre of Ballyhaunis. It’s an area of good, well drained farmland sitting over gravel.

The shed was well built and has good ventilation.

The shed and surrounding yard sits a short distance back from the road.

The four-bay shed has a centre passage and pens on either side with diagonal feed barriers. There are ventilation openings at the roof apex and eves.

There are collecting and holding pens around the shed and a basic handling unit.

Outside, there are collecting and holding pens with a handling unit. The shed has an electrical connection and a mains water supply. The guide price for the land and yard is €300,000.

Derelict cottage

Separately, there is also an opportunity to purchase an adjoining derelict cottage standing on 0.9ac.

It is a traditional stone cottage with a large, round roofed hayshed to the rear. It is connected to mains water and has a septic tank, the agent says. It is in need of full refurbishment. The guide price is €40,000.

Paul Lafferty Auctioneers are also offering a c4.1ac holding at Tooraree, Ballyhaunis. This property is close to the town centre and has development potential, the auctioneer says. They are inviting offers in the region of €100,000.