Inside ‘attractive' family home with ‘picturesque surroundings' on Irish market for just €265k and it boasts an ensuite
TAKE a look inside the "attractive" family home with "picturesque surroundings" on the Irish market for just €265,000 - and it boasts countryside views.
This fabulous property is located in Foxford, Co Mayo.
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The home is located in the countryside of Co Mayo
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It's on the Irish market for €265,000
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It comes with a stunning open-plan kitchen
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Situated in Mayo's countryside, this detached
It has been kept in fantastic condition by its current owners and it is is currently available for viewings.
The house listing reads: "Avoid the crowds, escape to this peaceful retreat, and let the stresses of everyday life slip off your shoulders.
"Attractive three-bedroom detached property, prime location only 5km to Foxford town.
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"Perfect for families or those needing extra space."
The house features amazing views over the Ox mountains and the countryside - perfect for those looking to escape city living.
It includes a substantial modern kitchen with access to the rear garden and is perfect for
The bright kitchen has wooden flooring and is fully fitted with white cabinets, an oven, and a dishwasher.
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Double-glazed windows located around the kitchen and dining area allow plenty of natural light to enter the house.
And although it's in the countryside, the family home is in an excellent location, with cafes,
Inside three bed family home on Irish market for €170k on 'generous site,' in 'desirable location'
What's more, Castlebar and Ireland's West Airport are both within an hours drive from this fabulous property.
The area also includes a choice of primary and secondary schools, which is convenient for
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Located on a beautiful mature site, this fabulous home extends to 168 square metres and is surrounded by lush greenery, trees and rolling lawns.
When entering the pad, viewers are greeted by a fabulous hallway with tiled flooring and plenty of storage room under the stairs.
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This comfortable area is filled with natural light and space, creating a cosy atmosphere.
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And there is even a second living room and a utility space.
There are two bathrooms in this family home and the first of which is fully-tiled and includes a shower, wash hand basin and a toilet.
THE BEDROOMS
The property's first two bedrooms are also located on the ground floor - both of which are spacious and feature views overlooking the countryside.
Moving upstairs, there is a spacious and modern landing with wooden flooring.
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And it even has its own en-suite that comes with a shower, wash hand basin, closet and tiled flooring.
The back garden is another major bonus to buying the pad, and it comes with ample amounts of space, greenery and a garden shed.
The home is listed by CK Properties and advertised on
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The pad features spacious and modern interiors throughout
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The property is a three bedroom pad
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It is situated among picturesque surroundings
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