Former Garda Station, Muckanagh, Glenisland, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 EA44
AMV: €170,000
- Price per m²:€1,683
- Estimated Stamp Duty:€1,700
- Selling Type:By Public Auction
- BER No:801077165
- Energy Performance:861.35 kWh/m2/yr
About Former Garda Station, Muckanagh, Glenisland, Castlebar, Co. Mayo
Highlights
- former commercial property with residential potential
- Exempt from Stamp Duty
- Built 1840 - 1897
- Mains water
- Septic tank
Description
23/10/2026 - 12:00 FOR SALE BY LIVE STREAM PROPERTY AUCTION, FRIDAY 23RD OCTOBER 2026 AT 12.00 NOON. You Must Pre-Register on Our Website With Bidder Security Fee Paid By Thursday 22nd October 2026. This striking 19th-century former Garda station, crafted from hand-cut red sandstone, is a detached two-storey Georgian-style property full of character and charm. The property extends to approximately 0.15 hectares (0.37 acres) and enjoys a prime position fronting the Castlebar–Bellacorick Road (R312) in County Mayo, surrounded by mature trees. Situated close to the southern shores of Lough Beltra, the property boasts scenic views towards Nephin, the highest standalone mountain in Ireland. The setting is truly picturesque — framed by mountains, sheep-dotted farmland, and stretches of mature spruce forest. Its location offers a perfect base for anglers, hill walkers, cyclists, and anyone keen to explore the unspoiled beauty of County Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way. Newport lies just 12 km away, with Westport a further 12 km beyond, and Castlebar a mere 20 km from the property. All three towns offer a wealth of amenities including shops, pubs, restaurants, artisan butchers, and grocery stores. The accommodation comprises of approx. 101 sq.m. (1,087 sq.ft.) of floorspace with many original features retained such as timber floors. It includes an entrance porch, five rooms, one with kitchenette and toilet facilities. Outside, there is a concrete driveway with generous parking, as well as stone outbuildings to the rear. The property is exempt from stamp duty. SOLICITOR WITH CARRIAGE OF SALE: Ms. Jennifer Yau, Chief State Solicitors Office, Smithfield Hall, Bow Street, Dublin 7, D07 C8HA. AUCTION PROCESS Pre-Registration Required in Order to Bid – By Phone or Online. Please familiarize yourself with the Auction Process prior to bidding. Please note the following: €5,000 bidder security fee must be paid in advance to bid on the day (if unsuccessful this is fully refunded to you) If you are successful, you are immediately contracted on the drop of the hammer and the non-refundable balance of 10% must be paid immediately. Phone and Online bidding service available you must pre-register to bid prior to Auction Day - you can register on our website under the auction tab at top of the homepage. Register for legals on our website under the auction tab at top of the homepage (please note all legals may not be available for download until closer to the auction date - once you have registered you will receive an alert when they do become available). We always advise potential purchasers to have their solicitor review legals prior to bidding. NOTE: These particulars are not to be considered a formal offer. They are for information only and give a general idea of the property. They are not to be taken as forming any part of a resulting contract, nor to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. FLOORPLANS: The floor plan including furniture, fixture measurements and dimensions are approximate and for illustrative purposes only. The Polycam App used gives no guarantee, warranty or representation as to the accuracy and layout. All enquiries must be directed to the agent. Whilst every care is taken in their preparation, neither O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers nor the vendor accept any liability as to their accuracy. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of these particulars. No person in the employment of O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Note: Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the condition and suitability of the property, its existing or potential use, any development or redevelopment potential, any necessary planning permissions or other consents, and as to the availability of and eligibility of the property and/or any prospective purchaser for any grants, schemes or funding. No representation or warranty is made or given by or on behalf of the Vendor in relation to any such matters.
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School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Cloondaff National School | Distance | 3.7km | Pupils | 14 |
| School Name | Cuilmore National School | Distance | 6.3km | Pupils | 22 |
| School Name | Snugboro National School | Distance | 7.4km | Pupils | 281 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | Cornanool National School | Distance | 7.5km | Pupils | 65 |
| School Name | Fahy National School | Distance | 8.4km | Pupils | 129 |
| School Name | Newport National School | Distance | 8.9km | Pupils | 247 |
| School Name | Castlebar Primary School | Distance | 9.3km | Pupils | 849 |
| School Name | Castlebar Educate Together National School | Distance | 9.6km | Pupils | 128 |
| School Name | St Anthonys Special Sc | Distance | 9.9km | Pupils | 67 |
| School Name | Gaelscoil Raifteiri | Distance | 9.9km | Pupils | 221 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | St. Geralds College | Distance | 9.1km | Pupils | 665 |
| School Name | Davitt College | Distance | 10.0km | Pupils | 880 |
| School Name | St Joseph's Secondary School | Distance | 10.1km | Pupils | 539 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | Rice College | Distance | 13.8km | Pupils | 557 |
| School Name | Sacred Heart School | Distance | 13.9km | Pupils | 605 |
| School Name | St Joseph's Secondary School | Distance | 21.3km | Pupils | 464 |
| School Name | Balla Secondary School | Distance | 21.4km | Pupils | 475 |
| School Name | St. Tiernan's College | Distance | 21.7km | Pupils | 237 |
| School Name | Gortnor Abbey | Distance | 22.1km | Pupils | 604 |
| School Name | Coláiste Mhuire | Distance | 27.6km | Pupils | 98 |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bus | Distance | 30m | Stop | Glenisland | Route | 498 | Destination | Béal An Ghoile Thuaidh | Provider | Mcgrath Coaches |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.0km | Stop | Newport | Route | Wne | Destination | Wild Nephin Shuttle | Provider | Wild Nephin National Park |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.2km | Stop | Newport | Route | 460b | Destination | Castlebar | Provider | Tfi Local Link Mayo |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.2km | Stop | Newport | Route | 450 | Destination | Westport | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.2km | Stop | Newport | Route | 460a | Destination | Gob An Choire | Provider | Tfi Local Link Mayo |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.4km | Stop | Knockthomas | Route | 454 | Destination | Castlebar | Provider | Tfi Local Link Mayo |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.4km | Stop | Upr Chapel St | Route | 968 | Destination | Castlebar Road | Provider | Michael Moran |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.6km | Stop | Castlebar | Route | 440 | Destination | Knock Airport | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.6km | Stop | Castlebar | Route | 420 | Destination | Mayo Hospital | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 9.6km | Stop | Castlebar | Route | 454 | Destination | Ballina | Provider | Tfi Local Link Mayo |
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BER Details
BER No: 801077165
Energy Performance Indicator: 861.35 kWh/m2/yr
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- Date listed30/09/2026
- Views73
- Potential views if upgraded to an Advantage Ad119
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