Desmo Cottage

• Detached 3-bedroom 1-bath cottage
• Set on generous 1.062-acre site on R552
• Located close to Ballylongford
• Listowel and Tarbert only 10 mins away
• Recently renovated and extended kitchen/dining room
• Solid fuel stove in living room
• Efficient oil-condensing boiler
• PVC double-glazed windows
• Mature trees and hedging
• Lawns with seating area
• Fishpond with goldfish and carp
• Large open machinery shed with workshop and loft
• Wood-framed shed to rear
• Mains water
• Septic tank
• 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. 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, salons and supermarkets such as SuperValu, Aldi, and Lidl, along with primary and secondary schools, and a Kerry College campus are all only 10 minutes away.

**UNDER OFFER**

Horgan Properties are delighted to present this charming detached 3-bedroom 1-bathroom cottage, ideally situated along the R552, just a short distance from Ballylongford village. Set on a generous 1.06-acre site contained within Folio KY30518. 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. Externally, a large gravel driveway to the front, providing easy access and plenty of parking, making it ideal for families, or those requiring space for multiple vehicles. To the rear, a concrete yard offers additional practical outdoor space. There is a large open machinery shed incorporating a secure workshop to the rear and useful loft storage overhead, and also a timber-framed drying shed/utility. The extensive site is mature with hedging and trees, along with gardens and a seating area. There is also a fish pond with goldfish and Japanese carp. The large 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.

This property is conveniently located along the R552, just 2km from the village of Ballylongford and its amenities. The heritage town of Listowel is approximately a 10-minute drive to the south, while Tarbert is located just 10 minutes to the north, providing easy access to additional services, schools, shops, and transport links. Tarbert 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 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 Large driveway Mature trees, hedging and lawns with seating area Concrete yard to rear Fish pond with goldfish and Japanese carp Large open machinery shed with workshop and loft Wood-framed shed Plenty of parking

Directions

Travelling from Listowel on the R552 towards Ballylongford, continue for approximately 10 km. Pass the sign for Graffa/Ballyline and the property is located approximately 200 meters ahead on the right.

BER Details

BER Rating: E1

BER No.: 106282726

Energy Performance Indicator: 313.34 kWh/m²/yr