33.23 Acre Small Holding Co. Galway

**SOLD** by DNG Martin O’Connor: 33.23 Acre Small Holding With Derelict Stone Cottage & Full Planning Permission

Agricultural Property Location:  Curraghduff East, Glann, Oughterard, Co. Galway

DNG Martin O’Connor are delighted to bring to the market this very unique hill side holding of land including the substantial ruins of a stone built cottage of circa 43.8m (471sq,ft,) with FULL PLANNING PERMISSION to extend the total floor area to 132.6m (1427sq.ft.).

Location

The farm property is located in the Glann area of Oughterard famed internationally for its unique scenic beauty on the shores of Lough Corrib Irelands premier fresh water fishing lake. A renowned region for sheep rearing and pony breeding overlooking Lough Corrib the farm in one block extending to c. 33.23 Acres (13.44 Ha) comes with the substantial ruins of a stone built cottage of 43.8 sq.m. (471 sq.ft.) which has the potential to be reconstructed and extended into a lovely home. There are stunning views from the cottage of the lake and surrounding countryside.

The cottage has a south east facing aspect on a site of circa 0.74 acres and is approached over a stone roadway with a natural stream running alongside it. Boasting stunning views of Lough Corrib and surrounding countryside this property is sure to attract a multitude of buyers.

The property is situated within a picturesque countryside setting, along the stunning Glann Road, just 9.8km to Oughterard Village, 13km to Oughterard Golf Club and 34km to Galway City.

The Lands

The land run as a sheep farm is a large area of open farmland with lots of trees and streams which varies from very good sections of grazing ground to land that has a lot of tree canopy with good grazing and other land that would benefit from some improvement work. The property steeped in history has an old cave from previous mining activities that were undertaken on the lands in the 1800s. Rock deposits from this activity are clearly visible as well as the route of a rail system that was used to transport the minerals to the lake shore for transportation to the Galway City onwards to be processed.

Agri-Tourism Potential

The property has excellent potential to be continued in its present form and further displays great potential for an agri-tourism venture for those looking for a different way of life and take advantage of the wonderful amenities the area has to offer. For further details and to arrange an inspection please contact the sole selling agents DNG Martin O’Connor Tel 09186608.

Features

• Large farm of c. 33.23 Acres (13.44 Ha) in one block
• Cottage ruins on site
• Elevated plot Overlooking Lough Corrib
• Stunning scenery
• Historic copper mines on land
• Natural woodlands and waterfalls
• Excellent potential to develop an agri-tourism enterprise
• Splendid amenities available in the Oughterard area