The magic appeal of Oughterard persists. Recessions will come and go, property markets will follow the upward and downward curve as night follows day, but always, even in the most turbulent times, there are little oases that will buck the trend to some extent. The village provides all the necessities for daily living while still retaining a close community atmosphere. Shops are adequate, pubs and restaurants abound, excellent schools, golf course, and enveloping it all in a watery embrace is the beautiful Lough Corrib.
Newly listed on property partners Maxwell and Heaslips books is Owenriffe, located close to the village centre and a short walk from the shores of the Corrib.
Built approximately eight years ago by the present owner occupiers, Owenriffe is a stunning 4,000 square foot two storey over basement residence fitted and furnished to an exceptionally high standard. Standing imposingly behind wide electric wrought iron gates, the entrance sets the tone for the splendid property.
Imposing red double solid teak front doors lead into a wide spacious hallway where the eye is drawn to the antique solid oak and wrought iron curved staircase rescued from an old convent. The hallway and reception rooms all boast solid block maple floors which create a warm ambiance. A playroom/TV room just off the hall has a full wall of fitted presses cleverly concealing the TV, books, and toys. To the right a pair of splendid reception rooms are divided by sliding oak doors and an imposing cream marble fireplace is fitted with a living gas fire. A large guest wc tiled with pale cream designer tiles is also off the hall. To the rear with patio doors opening onto a charming decked area, is a large comfortable informal living room also with a burnished iron and steel open fireplace.
The kitchen lives up to the high standard of living area and is designed to cater for the needs of a family. A wide range of cream units have solid timber work surfaces as does the large centre island unit which features room for handy snacking and has a second sink unit. All appliances are integrated. A full sized dining table is perfect for family needs with adjacent double doors opening onto a side garden with a paved play area. A king sized cooker combines two ovens with warming drawers and a five ring gas burner hob. A stairs from the kitchen area leads down to an extra large store area and laundry and another large room with an en suite shower room.
Upstairs, five large double bedrooms are all en suite. The master suite boats an extra generous dressing room fully fitted with hanging rack, drawer storage, and endless shoe racks. The master suite bathroom features double sinks and a full sized power shower with glass doors. The pale cream tiled theme is carried through here also. The other four generous double bedrooms all have large shower rooms and a large walk in hot press with additional storage.
Outside, the gardens are laid in a perfect blend of lawns, shrubberies, and paved and decked patio area. To complete the blissful setting, the Owenriffe river forms the rear boundary of the property as it flows towards the nearby Lough Corrib. Owenriffe is a series of 12 individual detached homes grouped around a large landscaped green park, perfectly safe for children, with no through traffic.
The AMV of the property is €875,000. For more information contact James Heaslip at Property Partners Maxwell and Heaslip on 091 565261
