Moneen, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo

Moneen, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo

€100,000

3.24 acSite
  • Selling Type:By Private Treaty

About this property

Highlights

  • Plot of land extending c1.31 hectares (c.3.24 acres)
  • Lapsed planning permission for 8 luxury homes
  • Close proximity to all day to day amenities
  • C. 1km from Louisburgh town and just c.2km from Old Head Beach
  • Potential for future development (subject to P.P)

Description

Located just 1 kilometre from the charming town of Louisburgh, this parcel of land sits in off the main Westport to Louisburgh (R335) and presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a promising residential or investment project in one of the West of Ireland’s most scenic and desirable locations. The site enjoys easy access while benefiting from a peaceful setting with the rolling countryside and the majestic backdrop of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay nearby. Previously granted planning permission for eight luxury houses, the site demonstrates strong potential for future development (subject to P.P). While the original permission has lapsed, its precedent offers reassurance that fresh planning can be readily obtained, subject to the necessary applications. With ample space, mains services, convenient access, and proximity to Louisburgh’s amenities, this land holds immense appeal for developers eager to create a small, thoughtfully planned residential community or for families wishing to build their dream home with generous grounds and beautiful surroundings. Louisburgh itself is a vibrant town renowned for its welcoming community, excellent schools, shops, cafes, and stunning beaches only minutes away. The location combines the tranquillity of rural living with the convenience of local services and excellent road links to Westport and beyond. Whether you are a builder, investor, or private buyer with a vision, this site offers a unique chance to secure a substantial piece of land with proven development potential in one of Mayo’s most sought-after coastal regions. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact FM Auctioneers Location: Louisburgh is an attractive small coastal town, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, whose amenities include national and secondary schools, shops, restaurants/cafes and bars. Located as it is on the Atlantic coast, Louisburgh is famous for its wide range of unspoilt beaches, famed for their clean bathing waters and untainted sandy coves. Beaches in the Louisburgh area include Carramore, Old Head and Bertra, while beaches in nearby Killadoon have been rated as the best in Europe, i.e. Tallabawn (Silver Strand) and Dooaghtry. Leenane is approx 25 miles to the south of Louisburgh. Nearby Roonagh Pier, approx. 6 km from the town, is the departure point for ferries to Clare Island and Inishturk. Other beautiful scenic drives include going south to Connemara via Doolough and Leenane, north to Achill via Westport and Newport, or to Ballycastle and the Ceide Fields via Castlebar and Pontoon, or east to Tourmakeady and Lough Nafooey via Westport/ Tourmakeady and Leenane. A short drive from Louisburgh is the famous Killary Fjord, a 9-mile-long inlet which boasts some of the finest scenery in the west of Ireland. If your passion is walking, climbing or just generally 'rambling', then Louisburgh is the perfect destination for you! There are numerous very interesting walks to discover in and around Louisburgh, with magnificent scenery thrown in for good measure. Westport, designated one of Bord Failte's Heritage Towns, is situated in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay. One of the few planned towns in the Country, Westport was designed in the 18th Century by James Wyatt. It has become one of Ireland's established tourism centres, with many outstanding features, most notably the beautiful tree lined boulevard known as The Mall, running parallel to the Carrowbeg River. Location: Louisburgh is an attractive small coastal town, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, whose amenities include national and secondary schools, shops, restaurants/cafes and bars. Located as it is on the Atlantic coast, Louisburgh is famous for its wide range of unspoilt beaches, famed for their clean bathing waters and untainted sandy coves. Beaches in the Louisburgh area include Carramore, Old Head and Bertra, while beaches in nearby Killadoon have been rated as the best in Europe, i.e. Tallabawn (Silver Strand) and Dooaghtry. Leenane is approx 25 miles to the south of Louisburgh. Nearby Roonagh Pier, approx. 6 km from the town, is the departure point for ferries to Clare Island and Inishturk. Other beautiful scenic drives include going south to Connemara via Doolough and Leenane, north to Achill via Westport and Newport, or to Ballycastle and the Ceide Fields via Castlebar and Pontoon, or east to Tourmakeady and Lough Nafooey via Westport/ Tourmakeady and Leenane. A short drive from Louisburgh is the famous Killary Fjord, a 9-mile-long inlet which boasts some of the finest scenery in the west of Ireland. If your passion is walking, climbing or just generally 'rambling', then Louisburgh is the perfect destination for you! There are numerous very interesting walks to discover in and around Louisburgh, with magnificent scenery thrown in for good measure. Westport, designated one of Bord Failte's Heritage Towns, is situated in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay. One of the few planned towns in the Country, Westport was designed in the 18th Century by James Wyatt. It has become one of Ireland's established tourism centres, with many outstanding features, most notably the beautiful tree lined boulevard known as The Mall, running parallel to the Carrowbeg River. Location: Louisburgh is an attractive small coastal town, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, whose amenities include national and secondary schools, shops, restaurants/cafes and bars. Located as it is on the Atlantic coast, Louisburgh is famous for its wide range of unspoilt beaches, famed for their clean bathing waters and untainted sandy coves. Beaches in the Louisburgh area include Carramore, Old Head and Bertra, while beaches in nearby Killadoon have been rated as the best in Europe, i.e. Tallabawn (Silver Strand) and Dooaghtry. Leenane is approx 25 miles to the south of Louisburgh. Nearby Roonagh Pier, approx. 6 km from the town, is the departure point for ferries to Clare Island and Inishturk. Other beautiful scenic drives include going south to Connemara via Doolough and Leenane, north to Achill via Westport and Newport, or to Ballycastle and the Ceide Fields via Castlebar and Pontoon, or east to Tourmakeady and Lough Nafooey via Westport/ Tourmakeady and Leenane. A short drive from Louisburgh is the famous Killary Fjord, a 9-mile-long inlet which boasts some of the finest scenery in the west of Ireland. If your passion is walking, climbing or just generally 'rambling', then Louisburgh is the perfect destination for you! There are numerous very interesting walks to discover in and around Louisburgh, with magnificent scenery thrown in for good measure. Westport, designated one of Bord Failte's Heritage Towns, is situated in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay. One of the few planned towns in the Country, Westport was designed in the 18th Century by James Wyatt. It has become one of Ireland's established tourism centres, with many outstanding features, most notably the beautiful tree lined boulevard known as The Mall, running parallel to the Carrowbeg River.

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School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameLouisburgh National SchoolDistance590mPupils149
School NameLecanvey National SchoolDistance7.0kmPupils31
School NameSn Teaghlaigh NaofaDistance7.7kmPupils73
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameMurrisk National SchoolDistance10.1kmPupils49
School NameSt Patrick's National SchoolDistance13.4kmPupils12
School NameCarraholly National SchoolDistance14.3kmPupils49
School NameDrummin National SchoolDistance14.7kmPupils6
School NameBrackloon National SchoolDistance15.1kmPupils157
School NameSn Realt Na MaraDistance15.6kmPupils75
School NameSt Colmcille's Ns, WestportDistance16.3kmPupils191
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameSancta Maria CollegeDistance910mPupils572
School NameSacred Heart SchoolDistance18.5kmPupils605
School NameRice CollegeDistance18.8kmPupils557
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameColáiste Pobail AclaDistance20.3kmPupils254
School NameColáiste MhuireDistance31.1kmPupils98
School NameSt. Geralds CollegeDistance33.4kmPupils665
School NameSt Joseph's Secondary SchoolDistance34.4kmPupils539
School NameDavitt CollegeDistance34.5kmPupils880
School NameScoil PhobailDistance35.3kmPupils494
School NameColáiste Naomh FeichínDistance35.9kmPupils62
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Route
Destination
Provider
TypeBusDistance1.1kmStopLouisburghRoute450DestinationBus EireannProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance1.1kmStopLouisburghRoute450DestinationWestportProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance1.1kmStopLouisburghRoute450DestinationDooagh (opp The Pub)ProviderBus Éireann
Type
Distance
Stop
Route
Destination
Provider
TypeBusDistance3.5kmStopKilsallaghRoute450DestinationBus EireannProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance3.7kmStopKilsallaghRoute450DestinationWestportProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance3.7kmStopKilsallaghRoute450DestinationDooagh (opp The Pub)ProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance7.1kmStopLeckanvyRoute450DestinationDooagh (opp The Pub)ProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance7.1kmStopLeckanvyRoute450DestinationWestportProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance7.1kmStopLeckanvyRoute450DestinationBus EireannProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance10.2kmStopMurriskRoute450DestinationBus EireannProviderBus Éireann

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