Oughterard is a traditional village nestled beside Lough Corrib, the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland. The village sits at the start of the Connemara mountains and is only a short drive from the vibrant city of Galway. With its traditional, colourful stone shopfronts and the 16th century Aughnanure Castle, it perfectly combines old Irish charm with modern service and comfort. Further attractions include lovely gift shops, cruises along the lake, an 18 hole golf club and delightful restaurants. The crowning jewel of the village is the lovely Owenriff River running through it, beginning in the Connemara mountains and flowing, at the edge of town, into Lough Corrib.
Railway Lodge, Canrawer is located just 1.5km from the village on 1.25 acres/0.5 hectares of mature established gardens, a beautiful peaceful home, just 20 miles (32km ) from Galway city.
Built in 1996, Railway Lodge was run as a guest house for many years and benefits from having five large en suite bedrooms and four reception rooms. The current owners have lovingly cared for and maintained their home over the past 26 years and now feel it is time to pass it on for the next stage of its history.
On entering this home, you will be surprised by its bright and spacious accommodation. A large entrance hall greets you with doors to the left leading to the kitchen and dining room. A long hall leads to two further living rooms, two downstairs en suite bedrooms and a guest toilet. Upstairs there are three further bedrooms, all of which are en suite. Externally the property benefits from having a large detached garage, which is fully wired and plumbed, and a separate storage shed.
Located on the edge of Oughterard, it benefits from all the services the village has to offer, and it is within an easy commute of Galway city.
Railway Lodge is a special property for many reasons. It has been a very happy home for its current owners, they now wish to pass it on so that its next occupants can enjoy its charms.
Asking price is €675,000. The BER is C1, on BER cert number 106615917. Size is 273.3sq m (2,942sq ft ) approximately.
Viewing is by appointment with Sharon Egan, Sherry FitzGerald, One Galway Central, Forster Street, Galway 091 569 123/086 3822467 or email galway@sherryfitz.ie.