THESE two beautiful thatched cottages have gone on sale either side of the Emerald Isle.
Genista Cottage and Drimnamore Cottage may lie on opposite ends of Ireland but there is just €30,000 separating their values.
The similarities don’t end there, and both of these charming thatched homes - one in Co. Dublin and the other in Co. Kerry - are fully renovated, lying in quaint verdant countryside.
So which will it be?
Genista Cottage
Ballyboughal,
Co. Dublin
Two-bedroom home with excellent links
€275,000
This picturesque property lies in a tranquil countryside setting just minutes from the M1, Dublin Airport and the M50.
Its proximity to the capital, while still remaining in an extremely quiet area, represents an ideal hideaway opportunity for city commuters.
The cottage’s entrance hallway leads out into a living area featuring a large multi fuel cast iron burning stove and a polished timber floor.
A small kitchen area opens out onto a south-east facing garden with views across the lush rural landscape.
The property also features a tiled bathroom, off street parking and manicured front and rear gardens in a secure country atmosphere.
For further details, maps, plans and a brochure click here.
Drimnamore Cottage
Sneem,
Co. Kerry
Two-bedroom home with spacious open plan living
€245,000
This traditionally-styled thatched cottage in rural Co. Kerry dates back to the 1850s and was recently renovated in 2007.
Despite extensive work the cottage retains many of its original features and charm with natural stone walls, deep window sills and an original thatched roof.
The 1,900 sq ft property is deceptively spacious, featuring a large open plan kitchen and dining area on the ground floor and two large double bedrooms with ensuites on the first floor.
The bedroom to the rear has a balcony which enjoys the early morning ideal for sitting out in and relaxing.
The cottage is set on 0.87 acres of mature woodland with views extending north and west over the surrounding landscape.
It is located on a quiet country lane just a few minutes’ walk from Sneem village and a golf course at Parknasilla Hotel.
Access to the water is located at Oysterbed pier which is 1.8 km away and ideal for mooring a boat or swimming.
For further details, maps, plans and a brochure click here.
Note: This article was amended on 12/04/2017 at 10:00 to correct misattributed pictures
