Letterfrack village is 50 miles from Galway city in the heart of beautiful Connemara. It is a lively, vibrant village that is the centre of North Connemara community activity with a range of pubs, restaurants, retail outlets, various community projects and G.M.I.T campus. This highly sought after area has seen little development, retaining all its charm, and offering great investment potential. Connemara National Park is based on one side of the village, ensuring that the natural beauty of this setting is maintained. Kylemore Abbey is two miles from village. Fishing and boat trips can be taken from the picturesque pier. The stunning white sandy beaches of Renvyle, Cleggan, Ballyconneely and Lettergesh are within easy reach.
The opportunity to invest in this location gives the best of both worlds: good financial return in a highly desirable area.
From Galway City, taking the N59 Galway - Clifden Road, continue along this road for 58 km. After Recess, turn right onto the R344 (signposted for Letterfrack), and continue along this road for 15km until you reach the junction. Take a left onto the N59 road, and continue for another 10km along this road, passing through Letterfrack village. The property is located on the left hand side, and is identified by DNG Martin O'Connor For Sale sign past Ross League Manor. Turn up the laneway on the left hand side and at the gate drive through to the farm. By following the Eircode H91 W3WX will lead you to the first gate. (Please keep gate closed as there may be livestock on the lands).
Enjoying incredible views in all direction this oasis of land is one of the most outstanding opportunities to acquire a lovely holding of meticulously maintained farmland in the Connemara region in many years.
Bordering the Traheen River the cottage dating back to the 1800s is a traditional stone built property under a galvanized roof laid out in two rooms with open fireplaces in each room. Across the yard there are the ruins of a large shed which could be renovated. Looking south the cottage enjoys views of Ballinakill Bay, Tully Hill & Letter Hill to the west whilst to the north Diamond Hill and the Mweelrea mountains with many more hills of south Mayo are visible in the distance.
Fully enclosed by stonewalls and concrete post with wire fencing the land laid out in three large sections provides excellent grazing with a cattle holding yard and cattle crush. The land is suited for all types of livestock grazing with cattle farming been the main enterprise over the years on the holding. Due to its excellent order the land would be the perfect location for breeding Connemara ponies and also ideal for holding sheep due to its field system and good boundaries.
The property presents itself as an excellent proportion for those looking for a cottage hideaway that they can renovate to their own style in this scenic part of Ireland with a wonderful atmosphere surrounding it. The lands are ideally suited to existing land owners looking to expand or those looking to set up a small holding centrally located between Clifden and Letterfrack.
The property is located in a scenic location, just 2.5km outside Letterfrack village and Connemara National Park and all the local amenities Letterfrack village has to offer. Letterfrack is home to the Furniture College, which is part of GMIT and has a large number of students enrolled in its courses. Letterfrack is a quaint village and is the gateway to Renvlye peninsula dotted with white sandy beaches, clear waters and excellent fishing.
Other local amenities include shops, bars, restaurants, a post office, the Connemara Environmental and Educational Centre, a hair salon and a national school.
This once in a lifetime opportunity is one not to be missed out on. For further details, maps and to arrange an inspection please contact the sole selling agents DNG Martin O'Connor Land Sales on 091866708.
Lot 2 consisting of commonage Lands in three sections amounts to c. 25.50 acres is also for sale by online auction on the day.
Rooms
Room 1 - 16' 1" x 13'
front and rear doors, open fireplace.
Room 2 - 12' x 9' 6"
open fireplace
Shed ruin -
Features
Lot 1 Cottage and shed ruins on c . 4.34 Ha (10.72 Acres) of top quality land
Lot 2 c. 25.5 acres of commonage
Private location
Stunning views
Bordering a river
Close to Letterfrack village and Clifden
Huge potential for holiday home
Ideal for those looking to expand existing holdings and those looking to set up farming
Cattle crush and holding pen on land
Excellent boundaries
Mains water connection paid - not connected
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