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4 of a kind

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Lisnacrilla House is an impressive five-bed country home set on .6 of an acre of mature landscaped gardens. It’s just 4km from Kinsale and 21km from Cork city. This old farmhouse dates back 100 years and since then it has been fully extended and renovated. The 325 m² floor area now blends traditional charm with modern luxury. The bright, spacious interiors feature a grand entrance hall, an impressive open plan kitchen with dining and living area with countryside views and multiple reception rooms, including a cosy lounge and sun-filled conservatory. A ground floor office or guest suite with en suite bathroom adds versatility. Upstairs, five double bedrooms include three en suite bathrooms, with the main suite offering a walk-in wardrobe and panoramic views. Outside, a detached double garage with loft provides excellent potential for a studio or home office. More features include solar panels, high-speed broadband, a private well, bio-treatment system and automated gates. This turnkey family residence offers privacy, luxury and convenience in a lovely location near Kinsale. Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie This eye-catching four-bed detached home spans to about 237 m² on a mature .75 acre site between Naas and Caragh village. Built in 2002, this architect-designed home features a striking circular hallway with handcrafted beams, mosaic detailing and a sweeping spiral staircase leading to an upstairs bedroom with balcony and countryside views. The spacious layout includes a contemporary kitchen with island, pantry, utility room and patio doors to the garden, complemented by a bright living room with stove fireplace. Three further bedrooms, two bathrooms and generous storage complete the ground floor. Upstairs offers a luxurious main bedroom suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom. The property benefits from gas central heating (new boiler), double glazing, electric gates, landscaped gardens and an adjoining 32 m². garage and gym with conversion potential. Ideally located near schools, shops, major roads and commuter links, this is a truly convenient and unique family home. Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie This is your chance to buy a remarkable five-bed detached country home that’s set on two acres of landscaped grounds. Blending Victorian charm with modern comfort, the home is ideally located in a peaceful rural setting yet within easy reach of Mullingar, Ballymahon and major transport links. Inside, period features abound, from sash windows and marble fireplaces to elegant coving and timber floors. Light-filled reception rooms include a grand drawing room, a cosy library with wood-burning stove and a charming study. The heart of the home lies in the bespoke kitchen and breakfast room, complete with Aga, farmhouse sink and walk-in pantry. Upstairs, five spacious bedrooms (two of which have en suite bathrooms) are complemented by a striking main bathroom featuring a roll-top bath dated Easter Monday 1916. Outside, mature gardens, workshops and historic details complete this truly exceptional building. Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Daft.ie Nestled behind a tall laurel hedge, this charming two-storey home blends the character of an 80-year-old cottage with modern style and comfort. Thoughtfully extended and beautifully finished, it offers a warm and versatile 150 m² layout, surrounded by mature gardens in a tranquil countryside setting. Inside, a bright hallway leads to a spacious living room with pine floors, ornate coving and a cast-iron fireplace, with French doors opening to the garden. The country style kitchen features Cherrywood units, tiled flooring and a range cooker, also with garden access, plus a utility room. A second living room in the original cottage showcases timber ceilings and unique bay-style windows. The ground floor also includes a double bedroom with en suite bathroom and a mezzanine level, ideal for a study or reading nook. Upstairs are three generous double bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom and then there is also a family bathroom. Overlooking Tulfarris Golf Course, this scenic retreat is close to Valleymount, Blessington and within commuting distance of Dublin. 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