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4 of a kind: Homes designed to make the most of winter sunlight

These properties are bright indoors, even when the days are dreary.

ESPECIALLY DURING THE winter months of the year, brightness inside a home can make all the difference.  

When you’re on the property hunt, you’re probably trying to assess the light inside a home, picturing what it might be like throughout the year, and if a light and bright interior is high on your list of home search priorities, you need look no further than these four homes. 

From Wexford to Carlow, and a few Dublin properties in between, all four of these properties will offer you bright spaces even on the darkest of days. 

Blackwater, Co Wexford – €335,00

First, in Blackwater, Co Wexford, a four-bedroom, two-bathroom detached home that’s architecturally designed to take advantage of as much light as possible. Along with an open layout, the flooring varies between ash hardwood and porcelain tile, both of which help reflect light throughout the home. 

A few minutes driving will take you right into Blackwater village – it’s closer than you’d think given the tranquil setting of this property.

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Malahide, Co Dublin – €2,200,000

In Malahide, north of Dublin city, you could scoop up a six-bedroom, four-bathroom detached home that’s also architecturally designed to take advantage of as light streaming through the home. The house is set on an acre of mature garden, and the property backs onto Malahide golf club and is in close proximity to Malahide village. 

The expansive reception hall is one of the most striking features, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a feature fireplace, and an open-tread staircase. On the ground floor, you’ll find an open-plan kitchen and dining room, as well as a utility room and two offices. Upstairs, you’ll find the six bedrooms, including a master with en suite and walk-in wardrobe, as well as a games room. 

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Templeogue, Dublin 6w – €725,000 

In Templeogue, you’ll find a three-bedroom, three-bathroom detached new build on a mature, family-friendly, tree-lined cul de sac. The home is just a quick stroll to Templeogue village, and within minutes of the M50. 

On the main floor, the open-plan kitchen/dining/living space overlooks a low-maintenance patio, with double doors allowing light to shine through. To the front of the property is a large living area, and there is a utility room on this level as well. Upstairs, three double bedrooms and a study complete the accommodation. 

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Mullins, Co Carlow – €365,000

Finally, over in Co Carlow, you could land a four-bedroom, four-bathroom detached home with breathtaking views of Mount Brandon. The double-height entrance hall is a standout feature, bringing light into the living areas. The living room has a solid fuel stove, and the main floor has two bedrooms, for convenient single-floor living. 

Landscaped seating areas outside allow occupants to take full advantage of the scenery over Barrow Valley, and the property is located in an easy distance from New Ross. 

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Emily Westbrooks
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