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OCCASIONALLY CASTLES COME onto the market around Ireland.
While perhaps not the most practical places to live, buyers might be drawn in by their history and their rental potential.
Cloghan Castle in Offaly has more history than most. It is around 600 years old and archaeological digs have turned up artefacts on its grounds dating back more than 1,000 years.
During the 17th century it also served as a military outpost for the Cromwellian troops.
The property comes onto the market in liveable condition with five bedrooms. These are spread out over the first and second floors while its ground floor makes up its living space.
It also has the benefit of its expansive grounds, which extend to more than 150 acres.
Here is what around €1.1 million would get you around the rest of the country…
Kiltimon Meadow in Co Wicklow has five bedrooms, three of which comes as en suites. Throughout the house it has received a high-quality finish. The kitchen comes with handmade solid timber units and its living area comes with what is described as an “imposing fireplace”.
Beside its high-quality finish the home also comes with spaces that would not be found in an ordinary family home. These include a library and a steam room.
It is on the market for €1.2 million.
Bun Na Speire sits next to Caragh Lake and is in close proximity to Carrantuohill, the highest peak in Ireland. The home has been architecturally designed to incorporate elements of wood, slate and stone. In total it has almost 3,000 sq. ft. of floor space with four bedrooms.
A big draw for potential buyers are the gardens surrounding Bun Na Speire. These incorporate mature trees and shrubs said to give “a colourful display all year round”.
It is on the market for €1.1 million.
This Victorian property in the highly sought after area of Dún Laoghaire comes onto the market in turn-key condition. It has been finished to a high standard and is said to be perfect for “modern family living”.
Features inside the home include its high ceilings and period plasterwork. Completed in 1861, it contains a number of its original features while having been fully modernised.
It is on the market for €1.05 million.
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whether religious or not it’s some great walk.
Well done Spain, good tourism marketing, wonder is there a similar exercise we could undertake for the ould Sod.
Could be a massive pub crawl around Dublin called the ComeIno Walk. When completed the compestelo will be a pint of Guinness at St. James’ Gate! Followed by a high mass gathering at the Temple Bar Centre for Advanced Alcoholics!!!!
We have it ! The WILD ATLANTIC WAY. And it’s a brilliant tourist marketing initiative . Well done Ireland Inc !
I did the first 200k of the French way last year. Have to say it was one of the best experiences ive had. I’m going back to finish it in August, I can’t wait. I’m trying to raise money for the Louth community drug and alcohol team for anyone that would like to sponsor me (ive no shame in begging) I know some people on here have attitudes to people with addictions but for those that don’t and would like to sponsor the charity here’s the link http://www.idonate.ie/mobile/fundraiser/65712_paddy-fagan-s-fundraising-page.html
What’s the best way to go about it solo?
@Malvolio heres great guide books that will tell you all you need to know. I met lots of people who had the same ones along the way. http://www.amazon.com/John-Brierley/e/B0034NMO4A
I was in Santiago last year. Really nice town, very relaxed. Great food, cheap beer and lovely hotel. I would highly recommend it for a weekend away if you are looking for something different. You can always pretend you just finished the camino!
Walking is good for the body, mind and soul but not doing it on the 12th July lol.
Have walked a stretch of it each year since 2011. It’s a great part of Spain. The French Way is getting a little crowded of late, especially during the summer months. Having said that, I always find an excuse to go back :)
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