O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers has received instructions to place on the open market two of the most spectacular properties in the much sought after Connemara area of Roundstone.
Both houses stand on elevated sites in stunning picturesque locations, overlooking the world renowned beach at Dog's Bay, the surrounding headland, and the Atlantic Ocean. The houses are located within 5km of Roundstone village and within 20km of Clifden.
Roundstone is one of the oldest and most picturesque fishing villages and is located among the breathtaking mountain scenery and beautiful coastline of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Roundstone village has increasingly become a peaceful retreat for many escaping city life. The area offers a variety of activities including fishing, golf, pony trekking, and glorious beaches at Gurteen and Dog's Bay as well as a number of wonderful restaurants and licensed premises.
Both properties provide a unique opportunity to acquire a permanent residence or holiday home to enjoy Roundstone’s famous amenities and outdoor pursuits.
Details can be viewed online at www.odonnjoyce.com, www.myhome.ie, and www.daft.ie
The Box, Errisbeg, Roundstone
The first property, known locally as The Box, is to be sold by remote bidding auction on June 4. This iconic 1960s house is perched above Dog's Bay with uninterrupted spectacular views of the bay and surrounding coastline.
This three bedroom holiday home extends to approximately 910sq ft and stands on a site of c0.74 acre. The house was built by Dublin born sculptor and architect Garry Trimble in the 1960s and blends into the landscape. On a clear day it is possible to see Eeragh Lighthouse on the Aran Islands and it is not unusual to see pods of dolphins cavorting in the bay.
The house has been used as a holiday retreat by the current owners since they acquired it in 1978. The building is in need of some upgrading to bring it up to modern standards or (subject to planning ) provide an inspirational redevelopment project.
AMV: €350,000. BER: G.
Funachree, Roundstone
The second property is for sale by private treaty and is located within half a kilometre of the first property at Funachree, (pronounced Fo na Cri ).
This three bed bungalow is located in a very private location with mature gardens and spectacular uninterrupted views of Dog's Bay and surrounding coastline to the front and Errisbeg Mountain to the rear and side.
The house stands on a site of 0.33 hectare and is accessed by a secondary road off the main Roundstone/Ballyconneely road.
The property was built in 1989 and extends to 131.9sq m (1,420sq ft ), with a sustainable garage suitable for conversion. The bungalow is in good condition and is laid out in such a way as to encompass the full vista provided by the site with uninterrupted views of Dog's Bay and the surrounding coastline and Connemara landscape.
Asking price: €395,000. BER: D1
Further information is available from O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers, 5 Mary Street, Galway, (091 ) 564 212.
