Church Street, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath, N91XF59

James L. Murtagh Auctioneers are delighted to present this residence this quaint residence at Church Street, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath N91 XF59 to the market. Nestled in the picturesque village of Castlepollard, this charming two bedroom property which offers a perfect blend of traditional appeal and classic design set on a c.0.5 acre site of manicured landscaped garden, complete with native plants, flower beds and a well-maintained lawn bounded by box hedging, a peaceful retreat for those seeking a serene lifestyle in a welcoming community. Extending to c.735 sq. ft. of living space with accommodation comprising of a spacious kitchen with corner fitted units, living room with a traditional fireplace serving as the focal point, providing warmth and a cozy ambiance on those winter evenings, two bedrooms and a fully tiled bathroom/wet room. This home offers excellent potential for residential extension, allowing homeowners to customise and expand their living space to better suit their needs. The potential for residential extension in this quaint bungalow in Castlepollard offers numerous opportunities to enhance the living space, functionality, and value of the property. Accommodation: Entrance hallway 1.14m x 2.40m Kitchen 4.04m x 4.40m Living room 3.54m x 4.40m Bedroom 1 3.39m x 4.40m Bedroom 2 4.17m x 3.02m Bathroom 2.62m x 1.88m This home in Castlepollard combines the best of both worlds, offering the charm of traditional design with the convenience of modern living. It's an ideal choice for those seeking a tranquil and comfortable home in a beautiful and historic village setting. As the residence has been vacant for a number of years, the new owners may avail of the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. This grant is funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage through the Croi Conaithe (Towns) Fund and you apply through your local authority. The grant provides funding for the refurbishment of vacant and derelict homes. One can get a grant of up to €70,000 to turn a derelict house or building into your permanent home or a rental property. Viewing of this property is highly recommended - by appointment only. The village is known for its built heritage and is home to Tullynally Castle, a Gothic Revival castle and Fore Abbey, where the ruins of a Benedictine Abbey stand only a mere 5km from the subject property. The village offers an array of both social and essential services and facilities, and is within immediate access to the transport nodes. The village has a dedicated Local Action Group stemming from the Westmeath County Councils five year action plan for Castlepollard adopted in 2018. The aim of the plan is to consistently build on and promote business and commercial, services and amenities, culture, heritage and tourism and sustainability. Castelpollard Community College is set for a major expansion and upgrade of the faciltiies having been given the green light for the development in January 2024. Castlepollard has also been selected for the Governments Town Centre First Initiative a programme aiming to tackle vacancy and dereliction and each town has been allocated €30,000 to complete a comprehensive town plan. Those who choose to live in Castlepollard have the benefit of the village services and facilities yet also enjoy the peaceful countryside living. The subject property benefits from just that, located less than a 5 minute drive from the village yet harnesses all the trappings of its countryside setting.