Cairn Cottage, Rinnaraw, Portnablagh, Co. Donegal, F92X6C1
€595,000
- Price per m²:€5,173
- Estimated Stamp Duty:€5,950
- Selling Type:By Private Treaty
- BER No:118483171
- Energy Performance:425.75 kWh/m2/yr
About this property
Highlights
- Charming Detached dormer cottage
- Constructed 1965
- Set on c. 3.2 acres
- Entrance is from a quiet road along the shore of Sessiagh Lake, and the house enjoys panoramic views of Portnablagh Beach, Killyhoey Strand and Horn H
- Comprising 3 bedrooms, 2 of which are on ground floor
Description
Sherry FitzGerald Paul Reynolds is delighted to present to the market this charming detached cottage, set on 3.2 acres and located in the beautiful and highly sought-after area of Portnablagh in Co Donegal, on the Wild Atlantic Way. On a hill between Sessiagh Lake and the Atlantic, Cairn Cottage enjoys remarkable privacy and tranquillity in an exceptional coastal setting, offering uninterrupted panoramic views of Portnablagh Beach, Killyhoey Strand, Horn Head and the ocean. Elevated in aspect and set on 3.2 acres of land, this property offers immense potential for further development, subject to planning permission. The cottage has been designed to take advantage of its views that surround it, with bright and well- proportioned rooms arranged across two floors. At the heart of the home is a spacious living room, featuring a classic stone built fireplace with a multi fuel stove, and a large picture window that perfectly frames the magnificent view. There is also a spacious kitchen/dining area, and 2 double bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs there is a further large bedroom which adjoins a smaller room which can be utilized as a dressing room/4th bedroom/office etc. This property may qualify for the ‘Vacant Home Grant’ and offers immense redevelopment potential if required. Rarely does an opportunity like this arise to acquire such a holding in a most spectacular scenic location. Location Located on the Wild Atlantic Way on the beautiful headland of Portnablagh the property is just 2 km from the attractive and lively village of Dunfanaghy with its market, shops, pubs and restaurants. It is a short walk from Portnablagh Beach, and within a short drive of Killyhoey and Marble Hill Strands, and Dunfanaghy's beach and Golf Club. There are exceptional walking opportunities amid unrivalled scenery in the immediate area, including Ards Forest Park, Glenveagh Castle and gardens, and Muckish and Errigal mountains. • 70km to Derry City Airport • 180km to Belfast International Airport • 270km to Dublin Airport Entrance Porch 1.2 x 1.0. Glass panel door on entrance. Tiled flooring. Glass panel door leading to hallway. Hallway 3.7 x 2.7. L shaped hallway. Parquet tiled flooring. Carpet covered staircase leading to first floor. Kitchen/Dining Area 3.7 x 3.4. Linoleum covering on floor. Eye and low level units with double drainer sink and tiled splashback. Built in oven and four ring hob with overhead extractor fan, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave are all included in sale. Large south and east facing windows maximize the light, and views of the cairn that gives the cottage its name. Living Room 5.8 x 3.5. Wooden flooring. Stone fireplace with mahogany overmantel. Solid fuel burning stove with back boiler. Full length window promoting stunning views over Portnablagh Beach and Hornhead. Bedroom 1 4.3 x 3.5. Carpet covering on floor. Large windows facing to the north and west - spectacular sunset views. Bedroom 2 3.8 x 2.5. Wood flooring. Bright room, facing South Bathroom Tiled flooring. Landing 1.0 x 1.0. Wood flooring. Eaves storage area. Bedroom 3 7.8 x 3.5. Wood flooring. Eaves storage area. Dressing Room /Bedroom 4 3.5 x 2.4. Located off bedroom 3. Wood flooring. Eaves storage area.
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School Name | S N Fothar | Distance | 1.4km | Pupils | 33 |
School Name | Ballymore National School | Distance | 2.0km | Pupils | 12 |
School Name | Dunfanaghy National School | Distance | 2.7km | Pupils | 30 |
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School Name | Dunfanaghy National School | Distance | 2.8km | Pupils | 27 |
School Name | Murroe National School | Distance | 5.6km | Pupils | 47 |
School Name | S N An Craosloch | Distance | 6.0km | Pupils | 172 |
School Name | Creeslough National School | Distance | 6.2km | Pupils | 39 |
School Name | Scoil Naomh Bríd | Distance | 7.3km | Pupils | 71 |
School Name | Scoil Eoin Baiste | Distance | 8.4km | Pupils | 131 |
School Name | Scoil Náisiúnta Glasan | Distance | 8.5km | Pupils | 25 |
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School Name | Pobalscoil Chloich Cheannfhaola | Distance | 11.3km | Pupils | 417 |
School Name | Loreto Community School | Distance | 17.3km | Pupils | 807 |
School Name | Mulroy College | Distance | 17.3km | Pupils | 628 |
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School Name | Coláiste Phobail Cholmcille | Distance | 20.7km | Pupils | 10 |
School Name | Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair | Distance | 23.7km | Pupils | 439 |
School Name | Errigal College | Distance | 26.9km | Pupils | 547 |
School Name | St Eunan's College | Distance | 27.7km | Pupils | 1014 |
School Name | Coláiste Ailigh | Distance | 27.8km | Pupils | 321 |
School Name | Loreto Secondary School, Letterkenny | Distance | 28.0km | Pupils | 944 |
School Name | Crana College | Distance | 30.6km | Pupils | 604 |
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Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 964 | Destination | Croithlí | Provider | Bus Feda Teoranta |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 932a | Destination | Anagaire | Provider | Mc Ginley Coach Travel |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 965 | Destination | Falcarragh | Provider | Mangan Tours |
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Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 932a | Destination | Parnell Square East | Provider | Mc Ginley Coach Travel |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 965 | Destination | Meenlaragh Po | Provider | Mangan Tours |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 964 | Destination | Rahylin Glebe | Provider | Bus Feda Teoranta |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 965 | Destination | Letterkenny Library | Provider | Mangan Tours |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 932 | Destination | Annagry | Provider | Mc Ginley Coach Travel |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 964 | Destination | Galway Cathedral | Provider | Bus Feda Teoranta |
Type | Bus | Distance | 2.5km | Stop | Dunfanaghy | Route | 932 | Destination | O Connell Street | Provider | Mc Ginley Coach Travel |
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BER Details
BER No: 118483171
Energy Performance Indicator: 425.75 kWh/m2/yr
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