Desmo Cottage

• Detached 3-bedroom 1-bath traditional cottage
• Generous 1.062-acre site
• Ballylongford only 2km away
• Listowel and Tarbert only 10km
• Recently renovated and upgraded
• Extended kitchen/dining room
• Solid fuel stove in living room
• Efficient oil-condensing boiler
• PVC double-glazed windows
• Mains water
• Septic tank
• Separate well water supply to gardens
• Ballylongford is a rural and community-focused village. It has a church, a few pubs, a national school, GAA Club, a Centra convenience store and the very popular Forge Coffee Stop. There is a playground and Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) which has been upgraded in recent years. Carrigafoyle Castle is one of Ireland's most impressive tower houses. The beaches of Beale and Ballybunion are only 14 mins away. The many amenities of Listowel such as restaurants, cafés, boutiques, hair and beauty salons and major supermarkets such as SuperValu, Aldi, and Lidl, along with primary and secondary schools, as well as a Kerry College campus. a

Horgan Properties are delighted to present this charming detached 3-bedroom 1-bathroom cottage, set on a generous 1.062-acre site along the R552, just a short distance from Ballylongford village and its amenities. Surrounded by mature trees, it offers exceptional privacy and enjoys a peaceful rural setting. The accommodation comprises a bright and spacious recently renovated kitchen/dining room extension, a comfortable living room with solid fuel stove, three bedrooms (two doubles and one single), and a family bathroom.

Originally constructed in the 1950s using cavity block construction, this cottage has been extended and upgraded in recent years. The external walls have been insulated, while an oil-condensing boiler provides efficient central heating throughout the home. PVC double-glazed windows further enhance comfort and energy efficiency. Combining the charm of a traditional cottage with the benefits of modern upgrades, the property offers comfortable living in a peaceful rural setting. There is also excellent potential for further refurbishment and energy upgrades with the assistance of available SEAI retrofit grants.

The property benefits from mains water and an on-site septic tank, with a separate well water supply servicing the gardens and pond. Externally, a large gravel driveway to the front offers extensive parking and easy access, making it ideal for families, or those requiring space for multiple vehicles. The extensive site is mature with hedging and trees, along with gardens with seating areas and a fish pond with goldfish and Japanese carp. The huge amount of outdoor space allows plenty of scope for gardening, recreation, hobby farming, or simply enjoying country living. There is a spacious machinery shed and workshop, and a timber-framed shed, all offering excellent storage and workspace options for a number of uses.

Ballylongford village has many amenities and is only 2km away. Listowel is 10km south on the R552. Tarbert is only 11km and offers ferry access across the Shannon to Clare, while the N69 provides access to Limerick. This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a traditional country home on such a generous site and would suit a variety of purchasers. Viewing is advised through sole selling agent Horgan Properties.

Accommodation

Entrance Hall
1.19m x 5.53m Vinyl flooring.

Inner Hallway
4.47m x 0.85m Vinyl flooring.

Living Room
3.85m x 3.80m Vinyl flooring. Solid fuel cast iron Stanley stove with natural stone surround and granite hearth. High ceilings. Hot press and immersion tank. Dual aspect with windows overlooking front and rear of property. Door leading to kitchen/dining room.

Kitchen/Dining Room
6.22m x 4.14m Located off the living room. Extended and renovated in recent years. Spacious, triple-aspect room with plenty of natural light. Vinyl flooring. Fitted kitchen units. Floor to ceiling larder. Sink. Electric oven. Washing machine. Dishwasher. Fridge. Freezer. Rear door access to concrete yard.

Bedroom 1
3.00m x 4.30m Double bedroom. Rear aspect. Vinyl flooring. Fitted wardrobe with internal lighting. Fireplace.

Bedroom 2
3.10m x 3.22m Double room. Front aspect. Vinyl flooring. Built in wardrobe and closet. Traditional cast iron feature fireplace.

Bedroom 3
2.09m x 3.02m Single room. Front aspect. Vinyl flooring.

Bathroom
3.02m x 4.26m Rear aspect with frosted glass. Fully tiled. Bath. WC. Wash handbasin. Shower unit with Mira Vie electric shower. Heated towel rail.

Outside

Generous 1.062-acre site Mature trees and hedging Lawns with seating area Fish pond with Japanese carp Large machinery shed and workshop Timber-framed shed Plenty of parking

Directions

Travelling from Listowel on the R552 towards Ballylongford, continue for approximately 7 miles. Pass the sign for Graffa/Ballyline and the property is located approximately 200 meters ahead on the right. There is a For Sale sign on the property.

BER Details

BER Rating: E1

BER No.: 106282726

Energy Performance Indicator: 313.34 kWh/m²/yr