Golden Bay, Lough Corrib, Cong Co. Mayo; SOLD

Golden Bay, Lough Corrib, Cong, County Mayo, Ireland. € 625,000

Fine, Elegant  Traditional Irish Country House, dating from the early 1900s,  situate on about 1.7 acres of lawned gardens and located in an area of superb natural beauty a mere stroll from the shores of the renowned Lough Corrib at Golden bay, a short walk from Ashford Castle and a five minute drive to the friendly village of Cong, County Mayo.



This is a superbly presented property; suitable as a Family Residence, Country Hideaway, or Fisherman’s Paradise, with possible use as an exclusive Country Home bed and breakfast or Fishing Lodge.

The location of this property is ideal. Private, yet not isolated, within walking distance of the dramatic beauty of the nearby mountains and lakes, yet close to all the amenities available locally in the beautiful and picturesque village of Cong, County Mayo.

The property is within easy driving distance of Connemara, an area of outstanding natural beauty with a wealth of activities to enjoy.


Other nearby attractions include :- World renowned fishing on Loughs Corrib and Mask. Historic Ashford Castle with a wealth of activities available such as: Ireland’s School of Falconry gives you the chance to fly a hawk around the spectacular grounds of Ashford Castle in a private Hawk Walk.

There is also an Equestrian centre at Ashford Castle. Boat trips can be taken on Lough Corrib. The magnificent historic Cong Abbey. Many shops, cafes and friendly pubs.

Killary fjord – the only one in Ireland. Cruises of the fjord can be taken from Leenane. An 18 hole golf course is 15 minutes away at Ballinrobe. Shopping, touring, dining, theatre in Galway and Old Galway City,45 mins.

Ballintubber Abbey is just 35 mins. away.

The Property may be described as follows:

The Residence, discreetly located on a quiet country road leading to Golden Bay, is approached via hand crafted stone pillars with tarmac driveway and lawns and paddocks on either side.

. The 1.7 acres approx is laid to lawn, in front, with rear paddocks suitable for a pony or two.

There is a fine outshed that could be used as stables if needed.

The accommodation is set out as follows: Fully Fitted Kitchen with tiled floor, beamed ceilings, ornate stone work and Aga,

Hallway leading to;

Elegant Dining room with exposed limestone fireplace with woodburning stove, Fine, tranquil Drawing Room with feature fireplace, Sitting Room, Study/Office, Conservatory;

Two downstairs bedrooms, wc., Inner hall, Rod Room.

Four Bedrooms Upstairs. En suite and master suite. Bathroom.

40 mins drive to Galway city, an hour to Knock Airport, three hours to Dublin.


. For further details, maps, plans, and brochure please contact; Helen Cassidy, MRICS B.A.(Mod)MSCSI, Auctioneer and Valuer, Clonbur House, Clonbur, County Galway, Ireland. www.premierpropertiesireland.com

0035387 2463748 PSRA 002657

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For Viewings and Brochures: Please contact sole agent: Helen Cassidy, B.A.(Mod)MSCSI, MRICS

  • Parking, Oil Fired Central Heating
  • BER Rating:E2

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