In an effort to reduce their environmental impact and striving to incorporate more sustainable living practices, the home owners of Robin’s Nest, set in an idyllic location in Rosscahill, have made welcome eco additions to their home over the last number of years which included the installation of 16 solar panels two years ago.
In 2022, a large 6.75kw solar system with battery and solar iboost was installed on the south facing rear roof of the house. The system has been a game changer for them, providing electricity for the house and heating the water tank while also exporting surplus electricity to the grid. Having incorporated one of the most significant green energy sources into their home, the owners have not had to pay for electricity since 2022 and the electricity account is in credit.
The rear garden also provides a renewable source of fresh produce with organic fruit and vegetable gardens which provide crops for the house such as Irish heritage varieties of kale, broccoli, apples, raspberries, strawberries and swedes. Rainwater, harvested from the roof, is used to water both the crops in the garden and also a large 30 ft x 13 ft polytunnel located at the rear of the garden which is used to grow tomatoes and cucumbers and to extend the growing season for other vegetables. The owners also have composting facilities aiding in the healthy crop produce.
Robin’s Nest with its south facing cottage garden is a wildlife haven with heritage roses, perennials and summer annuals making it an ideal place to relax and unwind. The rear garden is enclosed by fencing and a mature hedge which offers both privacy and security, while the mature large mixed border bed in the front garden provide a warm welcome home as you enter the property.
This sustainable property on a mature private site with a lovely open plan kitchen/dining room overlooking the south facing garden, living room, four bedrooms and attic space with huge potential is on the market with an asking price of €485,000. For those looking to live a greener lifestyle with an eco-friendly home, this property ticks all of the green boxes.
Contact DNG Martin O’Connor Estates on 091 866708 for further information and to arrange a viewing.
