Period Property For Sale: Galway

Cape House, Kilbeg, Clonbur, Co. Galway
Stunning contemporary house with magnificent views over Lough Mask and the surrounding mountain ranges

Cape House is a superb and unusual property, located in a delightful setting, with charming views out over Lough Mask and the surrounding mountain ranges. Just a short drive out of the pretty fishing village of Clonbur, which lies on the isthmus between Loughs Mask and Corrib, this elegant villa is ideally situated for those interested in country activities such as angling, horseriding, mountain walking, watersports and so forth. This property draws its inspirational design from the famous "Cape Houses" of Dutch origin.

Cape Dutch Architecture is an architectural style found in the Western Cape of South Africa. The style was prominent in the early days (17th century) of the Cape Colony, and the name derives from the fact that the initial settlers of the Cape were primarily Dutch. The style has roots in Mediaeval Holland, Germany, France and Indonesia.

Houses in this style have a distinctive and recognisable design, with a prominent feature being the grand, ornately rounded gables, reminiscent of features in townhouses of Amsterdam built in the Dutch style. The houses are also usually H- or U-shaped, with the front section of the house usually being flanked by two wings running perpendicular to it. Furthermore, walls are whitewashed, and the roofs are thatched.

This property was built in 2005 and is located on approximately 1.25 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, with a fine garage with windows. The thatch is made from high quality reed from Scotland, with galvanized steel underneath. The residence measures approximately 270 sqm and is offered for sale beautifully presented and in turn key condition.

The accommodation is as follows: tiled hallway, cloakroom, dining room with tiled floor, leading into kitchen with fitted sink, original hand fashioned limestone and bog oak fireplace (gas) with bog oak fittings, utility with dishwasher, washing machine/dryer, microwave oven, satellite TV, fridge/freezer and wine fridge. The sitting room has an antique Irish fireplace, tiled floor, tiled corridor leading to a double bedroom with full en suite, sauna and another double bedroom with full en suite. The hand fashioned stairs leads to a studio and two further double bedrooms, both with en suites.

There is plenty of storage space and the price includes all furniture and fittings, excepting personal items and artwork. Other features of note include: a large patio, beautifully sheltered and enclosed on three sides, with a southerly aspect and ideal for alfresco summer dining, natural stone finish; custom made sash windows throughout; underfloor heating on the ground floor; renowned Finnish sauna with windows from Tylo; three individual custom made stained glass windows; hand made solid steel entrance gate; the property is surrounded by pillars and natural stone walls; natural stone steps to the entrance door.

This is surely one of the most interesting and spectacular properties to be built in the area and with top specifications throughout it will satisfy the most discerning buyer.

Price: €595,000
 Last update: 3rd April 2012
Contact: Helen Cassidy, Premier Properties Ireland
Tel.: +353 (0)94 954 6868
Mobile: +353 (0)87 2463748
Email: helencassidyauctioneers@eircom.net

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