Ervallagh

4 Bedroom Bungalow on 0.67 Acre – Ervallagh, Ahascragh, Co. Galway H53FK88 – €210,000

OVERVIEW

If you have the vision and are prepared to put in the work, this property offers a substantial renovation project with plenty of potential.
Located at Ervallagh, Ahascragh, Co. Galway, this four-bedroom bungalow sits on approximately 0.67 acre and has a large footprint of approximately 1,300 sq ft. The property has been vacant for some time and needs full refurbishment. It offers a good-sized site, a substantial house, multiple sheds and outbuildings to the rear, and plenty of scope for a purchaser to create a home to their own requirements. The house has a tiled roof and a mixture of timber and PVC windows. There is a solid fuel range in the kitchen and a solid fuel fireplace in the sitting room.

LOCATION

The property is situated in the heart of the countryside at Ervallagh, approximately 2.5 km from Ahascragh village and approximately 7.5 km from Ballinasloe town. Ballinasloe provides a wide range of local amenities and services, including shops, schools, Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe train station and access to the M6 motorway. The location also provides good access for commuters travelling towards Galway and Athlone, while retaining the benefit of a quiet rural setting.

ACCOMMODATION

The bungalow measures approximately 1,300 sq ft and comprises: Four bedrooms, family bathroom, kitchen with solid fuel range, sitting room with solid fuel fireplace, and two separate living rooms The property requires full refurbishment and modernisation. To the rear are multiple sheds and outbuildings, providing useful additional storage and potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary planning requirements. The property is understood to be served by a private well and septic tank. The electricity supply is currently disconnected and will need to be reconnected.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This property is being offered as a genuine renovation project. The house has a large footprint, a substantial site and useful outbuildings, giving a purchaser plenty to work with. The 0.67-acre site also provides scope to create a generous private garden and outdoor space. As the property has been vacant for some time, it may qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, with funding of up to €70,000 potentially available, together with applicable SEAI energy upgrade grants. All grants are subject to the property and applicant meeting the relevant qualifying criteria. Purchasers should confirm their eligibility and the level of funding available directly with the relevant authorities before committing to the purchase.

On inspection, the house appeared structurally sound and dry. However, it needs full refurbishment and purchasers should carry out their own survey and obtain any specialist reports they consider necessary.

This is an opportunity to take a substantial four-bedroom bungalow on a good-sized site and create a home to your own specification. There is considerable potential here for someone who can see beyond the current condition and is prepared to put in the work.

NEXT STEPS

This property will suit a buyer looking specifically for a renovation project who has the vision to create a beautiful home. If you are looking for a countryside property with a large footprint, 0.67 acre of land, multiple outbuildings and the potential benefit of refurbishment grants, this property is worth viewing. Viewings are available by appointment with Kevin O’Flynn Estate Agent & Auctioneer, Ballinasloe.