Derry Quay Lodge, Ballymagibbon South, Cross, Cross, Co. Mayo, F12VY04

Excellent opportunity to acquire a fine Lakeshore Country Residence of extensive proportions, located in an area of great rural serenity on the Northern shores of Lough Corrib by Derry Quay, Cross, County Mayo. This substantial south facing Residence, on approx. 3.5 acres, offers a variety of well laid out accommodation and is located in an area of outstanding scenic beauty with access to a wealth of Country activities. Just a short drive takes you to the villages of Cross and Cong, Co. Mayo, and only a gentle stroll to the shores of the majestic Lough Corrib at Derry Quay, with access to some of the finest fishing available in Western Europe. The location is justly renowned as an area so rich in natural beauty, with a wealth of delightful fishing haunts, mountain hikes, nature trails and that elusive privacy so precious in today’s world. The property is accessed via gated entrance with stone walls, surrounded by lawns and fine stands of trees. The Residence, measures approx. 3,315 sq ft/ 207 sqm, presents the following accommodation: Double height Entrance Hall, Leading to: Sitting Room with fire place and views to lawns and lakeshore, spacious Open Plan Kitchen/ Dining/Living room with exceptional lake views, Six Double / Twin bedrooms, 3 En Suite, Large Utility, rear exit. Separate self-contained Apartment, with own private entrance providing large livingroom, separate kitchen with rear exit, two bedrooms, both en-suite, storage area. Ber Rating: C2. Rural, yet not isolated, tranquil, peaceful. Two boat moorings, Excellent array of multi use outbuildings, extensive parking, rear access driveway. Services: OFCH. Newly installed Tertiary Waste Water Treatment System. Location: The Residence is on the shores of Lough Corrib, and also just a short distance from Lough Mask, a superb location for those who seek the peace and majesty of the great Western lakes, with a wealth of water based activities available such as fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, boating and swimming. Rural, private, but not isolated. On the edge of Connemara, and yet just 45 mins from Galway City. There are beautiful woodland and mountain walks not far from the residence. Just 8 mins away is the friendly village of Cong, with the world famous Ashford Castle, part of which dates from the 12th century. Here one can enjoy fine dining in elegant surroundings set in superb parkland. Cong has many colourful cafes and restaurants, friendly pubs and shops, book shop and art gallery, hairdresser, chemist, health centre, award winning butchery/delicatessen, and of course the beautiful historic Cong Abbey. There is a golf course as well as a Falconry and an Equestrian centre at Ashford Castle. 14 mins’ drive away is the pretty fishing village of Clonbur. Here you will find a well-stocked supermarket, award winning bakery, three cosy pubs with fine food, a post office, a garage and a Medical Centre. Galway City with its wealth of Culture, the Arts, Theatre and Fine Restaurants is a mere 45 mins away. A short drive will take you through the dramatic beauty of the Connemara Mountains to the many magical beaches around Leenane, Tully Cross, Carraroe, Cleggan, and Clifden. Distances: 5.5 km / 8 minutes to Cong, 12 km / 14 minutes to Clonbur, 41 km / 44 minutes to Leenaun, 51 km / 52 minutes Oughterard, 39 km / 43 minutes to Galway, 62 km / 55 mins to Ireland West Airport at Knock, 125 km/ 1hr 34 mins Shannon Airport , 238 km / 2 hr 47 mins to Dublin, 245km / 2 hr 42 mins to Dublin Airport. All distances and times are approximate. For further details and viewing arrangements please contact: Helen Cassidy, MRICS B.A.(Mod)MSCSI, Auctioneer, Clonbur House, Clonbur, County Galway, Ireland. Property Services Provider Licence Number: 002657 Viewing of all Properties at viewers’ risk. Please take care. These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property only and are in no way guaranteed, nor do they form part of any contract. They are issued on the express condition that all negotiations are conducted through Helen Cassidy All properties are offered subject to contract and to being unsold.