Charming County Roscommon cottage in woodland setting is over 200 years old

The garden had an abundance of potatoes, leeks, onions, beetroot, parsley etc last year
Charming County Roscommon cottage in woodland setting is over 200 years old

The impressive traditional cottage (circa 200/250 years old) is situated in the middle of a woodland.

An impressive traditional cottage, circa 200/250 years old and situated in the middle of a woodland, has come on the market at Leitrim, Frenchpark.

On a large private site of C.1.04 acres, the cottage has a lot of charm. It is situated five minutes from the main Dublin - Sligo road, the N5, 35 minutes from Ireland West Knock, two hours from Dublin, 1.5 hours from Galway and 10 minutes from Castlerea.

On the market with Sherry FitzGerald P Burke, Roscommon, the property comes with an asking price of €70,000. 

This property boasts a large garden to the rear, which last year had an abundance of potatoes, leeks, onions, beetroot, parsley, broccoli, garlic, parsnips, fennel, kale, strawberries, currants, fruit trees (apples), and a pen for chickens. 

This property has a large garden to the rear.
This property has a large garden to the rear.

The residence is connected to mains water, has a modern septic tank on site and is ready to be connected to electricity. There are two very large gardens either side of the driveway and an outhouse built with traditional stonework sits to the left of the dwelling. 

The cottage may suit as a permanent home with the possibility of extending it out the back subject to planning or may also suit as a charming holiday home. This residence may be eligible for  the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant.

There are two very large gardens either side of the driveway and an outhouse.
There are two very large gardens either side of the driveway and an outhouse.

“This property lends to endless potential with beautiful views of the local scenery, where you can escape from the frantic pace and stresses of everyday life away from the crowds and into the unspoilt solitude and tranquillity that is unique to this area,” said the auctioneer.

For more information contact the selling agent Chloe on 0906627200 or email pburke@sfpburke.ie

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