Type: Residential

5 Glenview, Clonbeg, Buncrana

Posted on September 10, 2018 by - Buncrana, Featured Buying, For Sale

Vacant and ready for immediate occupation 

Positioned in the popular Glenview development just 2 miles from Buncrana town centre, this 4 bed property would prove an ideal starter / family home. To include a detached garage at the rear the garden is also fully enclosed and perfect for young children.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/inishowen

 

The property is arranged as follows;

Part glazed PVC front door with half glazed side panels to;

Entrance vestibule; 3.20m x 1.10m tiled floor

Half glazed hard wood door to;

Entrance hallway; 3.27m x 3.10m pine flooring, built in under stair recess, telephone point, door to;

Living room; 4.90m x 3.73m into a bay window, pine flooring, marble fireplace with matching mirror over mantel, cast iron inset & granite hearth, open fire, TV point

Bedroom 1; 4.50m x 4.00m (front) oak flooring, TV point

Kitchen/Dinette; 4.00m x 3.90m modest range of solid mahogany wall & base units, incorporating glazed display unit, wine rack, four ring gas hob, electric oven, work surfaces with tiled surrounding walls, ceramic sink unit with separate waste bowl, tiled floor, door to;

Utility room; Matching range of wall & base units, broom cupboard, plumbing for washing machine, wiring for tumble dryer, half glazed white PVC door to outside, further door to;

Cloakroom/WC; White 2-piece suite#

Bedroom 2; 3.50m x 3.35m (rear)

Mahogany & carpeted stairs to first floor landing; Door to hot press, loft access

Bedroom 3; 4.00m x 3.82m floor to ceiling built in wardrobe, incorporating vanity unit with mirror

Shower room; White 3 piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure with Hydromax shower, velux window

Bedroom 4; 3.82m x 3.50m

Outside;

Front; Garden extensively laid to lawn, tarmacadam driveway with parking for 3/4 vehicles

Rear; Enclosed rear garden laid to lawn, picket fencing to side & rear boundaries, well stocked gravel flower bed, outside boiler house

Detached garage; PVC up & over roller door, separate half glazed side door

 

Key features

  • Detached property
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Front and rear gardens
  • Detached garage
  • Just 4 min to Buncrana town centre

 

From Cockhill Chapel proceed in the direction of Carndonagh over Cockhill Bridge and turn left into Clonbeg. Proceed to the top of Clonbeg and the entrance to Glenview will be found on the right hand side identified by our directional arrow. No.19 is located in the centre of the development on an elevated site overlooking the well-maintained green area.

Buncrana, the largest town in the Inishowen Peninsula, is positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana just 14 miles from Derry City and 27 miles north of Letterkenny. With a population of some 7000, the town has much to offer in terms of shopping, sporting and recreational amenities:-

Churches: Christchurch, St. Mary’s Oratory, St. Mary’s Church Cockhill, Star of the Sea Desertegney

Schools: St Oran’s N.S., St. Mura’s N.S., Scoil Iosagain, St. Joseph’s N.S., Gaelscoil Bhun Chrannacha, Crana College and Scoil Mhuire

Shopping: In addition to Buncrana’s long Main Street the town has also been boosted in 2007 with the creation of Ardravan Square which, like the Main Street, offers a variety of independent shop traders plus Supervalu, Aldi & Lidl providing the local residents with a good selection of local, national and international produce.

Restaurants/Bars/Hotels:  Buncrana has three hotels, The Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Lake of Shadows and The Harbour Inn, as well as a wide variety of bars and restaurants both on the Main Street and within a 2 mile radius – notably The Drift Inn Bar & Restaurant, The Beach House Restaurant, The Ubiquitous Chip Restaurant and O’Flaherty’s Bar

Beaches: Being positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana is blessed with some beautiful long sandy beaches namely – Lisfannon, The Shorefront, Porthaw and Stragill.

Sports: Buncrana has several local, well run sports clubs offering soccer, GAA, boxing and golf.

5 Aughrim Close, Ballyliffin

Posted on September 10, 2018 by - Ballyliffin, Featured Buying, For Sale

In showhouse condition

Beautifully presented and within walking distance to the village and all its Hotels, No 5 Aughrim Close represents the only detached house in this part of the estate. Suitable as a Holiday Home or a permanent residence and early appointment to view is strongly recommended.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/inishowen

 

The property is arranged as follows;

Hardwood part glazed front door to;

Entrance vestibule; 2.20m x 1.80m tiled floor, door to;

Cloakroom/WC; White 2-piece suite, tiled splash back to wash hand basin, tiled floor, shaving light & socket

Living room; 5.00m x 4.50m solid oak flooring, pine & cast iron fireplace with open fire, TV point, built in under recess, double half glazed doors to;

Kitchen; 5.70m x 3.50m comprehensively equipped with maple effect wall & base units, worksurfaces with tiled surrounding walls, stainless steel single drainer sink unit, plumbing for washing machine, integrated fridge/freezer, four ring electric hob & oven with extractor hood over, TV point, double fully glazed white PVC doors to outside patio

Pine stairs to first floor;

Landing; large gable window, loft access, door to hot press

Bedroom 1; 3.50m x 3.40m (front) solid pine flooring, TV point, door to;

Ensuite; White 2 piece suite, separate shower enclosure with Triton-T80 S.I shower, shaving light & socket

Family bathroom; 2.50m x 2.40m white 3 piece suite, separate shower enclosure with manual hydro back shower, grow flex walls, tiled floor, tiled splashback to wash hand basin, fitted mirror, shaving light & socket

Bedroom 3; 3.10m x 2.30m floor to ceiling built in wardrobe, fitted vanity unit, pine flooring

Bedroom 2; 3.20m x 3.20m pine floors, floor to ceiling built in wardrobes, mirrored vanity unit

Outside;

Rear- Garden laid to lawn, extensive patio area ideal for Barbequing etc. 6-foot picket fencing to side & rear boundary

Front – On street parking for 2 cars

 

  • Beautifully presented
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Luxury Kitchen
  • OFCH
  • Walking distance to the village
  • Eircode – H93HF6N

 

Coming into Ballyliffin from Clonmany the entrance to Aughrim Close is positioned just after Aughrim Heights. No 5 is then located in the back row on the left-hand side with the large green area to the side

Ballyliffin village has historically proved itself as one of county Donegal’s best favoured Holiday destinations, not surprisingly due to its 3 fantastic hotels, local convenience store, petrol forecourt and shop together with Nancy’s Barn, a recently opened cafe/ restaurant producing tremendous freshly prepared local snacks. The town also boasts a stunning beach and by no means least the world renowned Ballyliffin Golf Course with its 2 challenging links courses.

 

30 Riverside Apartments, Letterkenny

Posted on September 7, 2018 by - Featured Buying, For Sale, Letterkenny

Largely recently refurbished second floor apartment

A generously proportioned (75 sq. metres) apartment in this popular central block in the heart of Letterkenny. A small amount of finishing off (decorative) is required but when complete the property will have a monthly rental of c. €600 – c. 10% yield. Franklins manage several of these properties and rental demand is constant through out the year. An early appointment to view is strongly recommended.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/letterkenny

 

The property is arranged as follows;

Front door to;

Entrance hall; door to storage cupboard with water tank, door to;

Living room/Kitchen; Recently been repainted with new range of stylish grey kitchen units, terracotta tiled floor to kitchen area

Bedroom 1; Built in wardrobes, double bed (no mattress)

Bedroom 2; Double aspect, built in double wardrobe, single bed (no mattress)

Bathroom; Newly fitted wash hand basin & toilet, half tiled walls, tiled splashback to shower with shower screen & gravity fed shower

 

Letterkenny takes its name from the Irish Leitir Ceanainn meaning ‘Hillside of the O’Cannons’ – the O’Cannons being the last of the ancient chieftains of Tir Conaill. Letterkenny is the county’s principal town providing the necessary commercial, retail, social and economic facilities.

There is a large 8 screen cinema complex in the town plus the popular An Grianan Theatre. Behind the latter is the Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre. The Letterkenny Shopping Centre is the largest centre in the county with leading multiple and individual retailers.

The main schools are Educate Together N.S., Scoil Mhuire Ghan Smal N.S., Ballyraine N.S., Woodlands N.S., Glenswilly N.S., Scoil Colmcille N.S., St. Eunans College, Loreto Convent, The Vocational School, Coláuste Ailigh and the Letterkenny Institute of Technology.

283 Back Lane, Ramelton

Posted on September 5, 2018 by - For Sale, Ramelton

Immaculately maintained terraced house in the centre of this historic town

Within easy walking distance of The Mall and local facilities, a terraced house with 3 bedrooms, living room and combined kitchen/dining room, ideal as a holiday home, first time buy or investment property (rental yield c.€650 p.m.). Back Lane is a peaceful backwater of the heritage town with properties largely owner-occupied.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/fanad 

 

The accommodation is arranged as follows;

Front door with glass panels to side leading to;

Entrance Vestibule; Glazed door to;

Entrance Hall; 2.75m x 2.23m oak laminate flooring, dado rail, door to;

Living Room; 3.82m x 3.15m (into bay window) cornice to ceiling, roller blinds & curtains, dado rail, oak laminate flooring, tv point, pine & tiled fireplace with electric fire point

Kitchen/Dining Room; 4.41m x 2.95m cornice to ceiling, range of oak effect wall & base units, worktop, stainless steel sink unit, integrated 4 ring gas hob with extractor canopy over, integrated Siemens electric oven, recess for fridge/freezer, roller blind, door to;

Rear Lobby; Door to;

Cloakroom/WC; Fully tiled walls, tiled floor, white 2 piece suite, mirror over wash hand basin

Second Rear Lobby; Tiled floor, half glazed door to rear garden, door to;

Boiler Room; Central heating boiler, range of wall units, plumbing for washing machine

Staircase to first floor;

Landing; Loft access

Bedroom 1; 3.90m x 3.06m (front) attractive town outlook, roller blind & curtains, carpet flooring, range of double wardrobes

Bedroom 2; 3.62m x 2.80m (rear) roller blind & curtains, carpet flooring, range of double wardrobes

Bedroom 3; 2.90m x 2.30m (front) roller blind & curtains, carpet flooring, wardrobe, small linen cupboard

Bathroom; Fully tiled walls, tiled floor, white 2 piece suite, corner shower cubicle with electric shower, shave light over wash hand basin

Outside; Front garden gravel, concrete path to front door, established hedgerow, local stone pillars & wrought iron entry gate. Rear garden extending to approximately 60 ft x 15ft, extremely well maintained lawn, timber fencing to one side & rear boundary, wall to opposite boundary, rear pedestrian access, concrete path to house

 

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Oak effect pvc double glazed windows
  • White doors, skirtings & architraves
  • Oil fired central heating
  • Eircode – F92N6C8
  • LPT €90

 

Opposite Conway’s Bar turn into Pound Street, take the first right into Back Lane where No.283 will be easily identified by our For Sale sign.

The name Ramelton derives from the Irish name Ráth Mealtain which means ‘The Fort of Mealtain’. It is a Bord Failte designated Heritage Town on the banks of the River Lennon. The old warehouses at the end of The Mall are amongst the most fascinating buildings in Donegal. They formed the backdrop for the highly acclaimed BBC Television Series ‘The Hanging Gale’.

The town now has its own park and tennis club plus a good range of local shops. The famous ‘Bridge Bar’ is a renowned music venue and has its own restaurant. Easy access is afforded to the coastal areas of Rathmullan, Portsalon and Dunfanaghy (each around 15 minutes distant). Letterkenny, the county’s principal town is just 12 -15 minutes away. Local schools include Drumman N.S., St. Marys N.S., Ayr Hill N.S. and Scoil Naomh Cholmcille.

Druminaught, Newmills, Letterkenny

Posted on September 4, 2018 by - Featured Buying, For Sale, Newmills

Recently built privately situated home of 230 sq. metres

Enviably located in a quiet wooded area on a site of c.0.5 acres this fine country house comprises large living accommodation to ground floor and 4 bedrooms (1 ensuite) a particularly spacious living room overlooks the woodland as does the kitchen/dining room. A high quality home of distinction ready to walk into and attractively priced for a quick sale. Early viewing essential.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/letterkenny

 

The property is arranged as follows;

Front door with glass panel to side leading to;

Entrance vestibule; tiled floor, glazed door to;

Entrance hall; 5.90m x 2.61m solid oak floor, door to;

Living room; 6.15m x 4.18m triple aspect, large windows affording an abundance of natural light, views over woodland, solid oak floor, roller blinds to window

Ground floor shower room; Fully tiled, white 2 piece suite, mirror over wash hand basin, double width shower cubicle with gravity fed shower

TV room; 4.08m x 3.73m large window affording an abundance of natural light overlooking woodlands, solid oak floor, contemporary marble & wrought iron open fire place with black slate tiled hearth, TV point, roller blinds

Kitchen/Dining room; 7.87m x 4.15m overall

Dining area; solid oak floor, glazed double doors to outside, lined curtains

Kitchen area; Recently fitted shaker style kitchen, wood effect work tops with tiled splash back, stainless steel sink unit, integrated dishwasher, integrated double oven, integrated four ring gas hob with extractor canopy over, integrated fridge/freezer, central food preparation station & breakfast bar, recess halogen spotlights, large square floor tiles to kitchen

Utility room; Matching wall & base units, further work top, stainless steel sink unit, washing machine & separate dryer, matching floor tiles to kitchen, door to outside

Ground floor bedroom; 3.50m x 3.20m rear, solid oak floor, lined curtains

Solid oak staircase to first floor;

Landing; Oak floor, door to hot press, loft access with retractable ladder

Master bedroom; 4.64m x 3.80m overlooking woodland and countryside beyond, oak laminate floor, door to large walk in wardrobe, separate door to;

Ensuite; Fully tiled, white 2 piece suite, mirror over wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle with electric shower, velux skylight window

Bedroom 2; 4.40m x 3.75m overlooking woodland & countryside, oak laminate floor, curtains

Bedroom 3; 3.42m x 3.00m overlooking woodland, laminate floor, roller blind, door to walk in wardrobe

Bedroom 4; 3.45m x 2.80m overlooking front garden, laminate oak floor, curtains

Family bathroom; White 3 piece suite, Mixer taps & shower attachment to roll top bath, mirror over wash hand basin, heated towel rail

Outside; Grounds of c.0.50 acres surrounding the house with gravel drive, entrance pillars with external lantern style lights, drive with amiable parking for numerous vehicles, lawned area to front with mature & established trees plus laurel hedging to front boundary

 

  • Solid oak doors throughout
  • Painted architraves & skirting
  • Oak affect PVC double glazing
  • Oil fired central heating
  • Underfloor heating to ground floor
  • Grounds of c. 0.5 acre
  • Eircode – F92X20X

 

From Letterkenny proceed towards Tullygay, New mills turning left at the bridge sign posted for Sprat’s fireplaces, turn right at the T junction & then immediately left after a short distance up the hill towards Spratt’s. Continuing past Spratt’s take the next lane on the right behind a two storey house & the property is immediately behind this.

Letterkenny takes its name from the Irish Leitir Ceanainn meaning ‘Hillside of the O’Cannons’ – the O’Cannons being the last of the ancient chieftains of Tir Conaill. Letterkenny is the county’s principal town providing the necessary commercial, retail, social and economic facilities.

There is a large 8 screen cinema complex in the town plus the popular An Grianan Theatre. Behind the latter is the Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre. The Letterkenny Shopping Centre is the largest centre in the county with leading multiple and individual retailers.

The main schools are Educate Together N.S., Scoil Mhuire Ghan Smal N.S., Ballyraine N.S., Woodlands N.S., Glenswilly N.S., Scoil Colmcille N.S., St. Eunans College, Loreto Convent, The Vocational School, Coláuste Ailigh and the Letterkenny Institute of Technology.

‘Solas Tobann’, Ballyhillin, Malin Head

Posted on August 13, 2018 by - Featured Buying, For Sale, Malin

Stunning location 

Constructed around the year 2000, ‘Solas Tobann’ is arguably Ireland’s most northernly residential property. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty this 3 bed bungalow would prove an ideal holiday / weekend getaway position at the extreme tip of the country. With Banba’s Crown clearly visible in the background an appointment to view is strongly recommended.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/inishowen

 

The property is arranged as follows;

White PVC part glazed front door to;

Entrance hallway; 3.40m x 1.00m (T shaped to 7.50m x 1.00m) laminated flooring, built in storage cupboards, cornice to ceiling, door to hot press, loft access

Living room; 7.90m x 4.50m laminated flooring, mahogany & cast iron fireplace with open fire, cornice to ceiling, TV point

Kitchen/Dinette; 5.20m x 4.60m fitted with a modest range of coloured base units, stainless steel single drainer sink unit, tiled floor, cornice to ceiling, door to;

Utility room; 3.10m x 2.90m tiled floor, plumbing for washing machine, wiring for tumble dryer, part glazed PVC door to outside plus further door to;

Cloakroom/WC; White 2 piece suite, half tiled walls, medicine cabinet

Bedroom 1; 4.00m x 3.10m carpet floor, cornice to ceiling, door to;

Ensuite; White 2 piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure with manual Aqualisa shower, shaving light & socket

Main bathroom; 3.20m x 2.30m White 3 piece suite plus separate fully tiled shower enclosure with manual Aqualisa shower, half tiled walls & floor, shaving light & socket

Bedroom 2; 4.60m x 3.60m carpet floor

Bedroom 3; 3.70m x 3.30m carpet floor, door to;

Ensuite 2; White 2 piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure with manual Aqualisa shower, heated towel rail

 

Key Features

  • Ireland’s most northerly home
  • 3 bedrooms (2 ensuite)
  • C1600 sq ft
  • Gas combi-boiler with underground gas storage.
  • Gas fireplace.
  • Oak laminated flooring. (Real oak veneer).
  • Triple-filtration water filtration with reverse-osmosis.
  • Chandeliers
  • Area of outstanding natural beauty
  • C.0.5 acre plot
  • Eircode – F93 D5YP
  • LPT €225

 

From Malin follow the signs to Bamba’s Crown and the property will be found on the right hand sign just 500mtrs before Ireland’s most northerly point and identified by our for sale sign.

Malin Head Ireland’s most northerly point sees a year round influx of national and international tourists attracted to the area not only as Ireland’s most northerly point but also with its exquisite natural beauty and far reaching views which extend right across to Scotland. The local area is well serviced by a handful of independently shops, pubs and restaurants.

Aveltygort, Killygordon

Posted on August 3, 2018 by - Featured Buying, For Sale, Killygordon

Superbly presented family country house with immaculate gardens

Offering around 200 sq. metres of superbly presented accommodation with 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, a peacefully located home built around 20 years ago in this scenic rural area. The décor throughout is tasteful & neutral comprising to the ground floor a large kitchen, dining room, living room, 3 bedrooms & bathroom plus a first floor with 2 further bedrooms (a particularly spacious main bedroom) & a room suitable for an office. This desirable home also benefits from a detached garage & an attractive decked area to the rear of the property. An early appointment to view is highly recommended.

 

The property is arranged as follows;

Entrance porch & front door with glass panel to side & ledded light glass leading to;

Entrance hall; 7.20m x 4.95m with L shape return to bedrooms, dark oak laminated wooden floor, door to hot press, door to;

Living room; 4.54m x 3.83 cornice to ceiling, high quality lined curtains, solid oak floor, wrought iron period style fire place with black slate tiled hearth, Tv point

Kitchen/Dining room; 6.83m x 4.08m comprehensive range of wall & base units with work top & tiled splash back, stainless steel sink unit, integrated fridge freezer, integrated electric oven with four ring gas hob with extractor canopy over, telephone point, terracotta tiled floor to kitchen area, solid oak floor to dining area, wrought iron solid fuel burner with back boiler serving a secondary heating source, black slate tiled hearth with substantial timber mantel over, sliding doors to side with high quality lined curtains, TV point, door to;

Utility room; Plumbing for washing machine, plumbing for dish washer, further worktop & matching units to kitchen, ,matching floor tiles to kitchen, half glazed door to outside

Bedroom1; 3.63m x 3.63m (front), solid pine floor, quality lined curtains, built in double wardrobes

Bedroom2; 3.03m x 3.00m (rear) dark oak laminate floor, lined curtains & built in double wardrobes

Bedroom 3; 3.62m x 3.03m solid pine dark stained floor, lined curtains

Family bathroom; High quality fully tiled walls & tiled floors, white 3 piece suite, mixer taps & shower attachment, corner shower cubicle with gravity fed shower

Staircase to first floor

Landing; Velux skylight

Master bedroom; 5.94m x 4.19m double aspect, enjoying fine country fines to the front & side, high quality built in wardrobes with sliding doors, high quality lined curtains, TV point

Bathroom; White 2 piece suite, corner shower cubicle with electric shower, Velux skylight

Bedroom 5; 4.76m x 2.69m good quality carpet, TV point

Bedroom 6/Office; 4.74m x 1.82m (front) fine country views

Outside; Fine 0.50 acre gardens, exceptionally well maintained, mainly to the front with beautifully maintained lawn, front wall with pillars & wrought iron railing plus black wrought iron gates leading to tarmac drive with kerb stones to front & side of property providing substantial car parking areas, mature hedge to one boundary & mature shrubbery & trees opposite

Rear Garden– Further small lawned areas, good quality timber fencing, decked area, raised decked area, timber garden shed, further car parking areas, detached garage with sliding up & over door plus domestic door to side with WC & staircase to further first floor, wiring for tumble dryer

 

  • White PVC double glazing
  • Oil fired central heating
  • Off-white painted doors, skirting & architraves
  • Eircode – F93N8A0
  • LPT €405

 

Coming into Killygordon from the Stranorlar direction turn immediately right after the first traffic lights signposted to crossroads. Continue for just over 1 mile turning immediately left over a bridge when facing the Donegal creameries. The property is then the second on the right after about 400 metres identified by our for sale sign.

Limited local amenities or facilities exist in Killygordon whilst the area is equal distance between Lifford/Strabane & Stranorlar/Ballyboffey both areas offering excellent shopping, sporting & recreational amenities.

Druminor, Buncrana, F93D7D9

Posted on July 30, 2018 by - Buncrana

A highly efficient B2 rated home

Constructed in 2003 this sprawling country home set over two floors offers great space both internally and externally. With good Lough views to the front the property is positioned just 2.5 miles from Buncrana town centre and benefits from geothermal underfloor heating. Strongly recommended.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/inishowen

 

The accommodation is arranged as follows;

Front door to;

Entrance Hall; 6.60m x 2.60m

Living Room; 5.40m x 4.60m

Kitchen/Dining Room; 8.50m x 4.00m

Sun Room; 4.30m x 4.00m

Utility Room; 5.20m x 2.60m

Cloakroom/WC; 2.50m x 1.40m

Bedroom 1; 4.00m x 3.70m door to;

En-Suite; 2.20m x 2.00m

Bedroom 2; 3.30m x 3.10m door to;

En-Suite; 2.10m x 2.00m

Bedroom 3; 3.10m x 2.80m

Bathroom; 3.10m x 2.70m

Stairs to first floor;

Landing; Door to hotpress

Bedroom 4; 4.60m x 4.00m door to;

Walk in Wardrobe; 2.00m x 1.80m

En-Suite; 2.00m x 1.70m

Bedroom 5; 4.60m x 3.70m

Bedroom 6; 4.40m x 3.30m

Bathroom; 2.30m x 2.00m

 

  • 6 bedrooms (3 en-suite)
  • Solid oak kitchen with granite works surfaces
  • C.3200 sq ft
  • Sunroom
  • c.5 acre plot
  • Lough views
  • Geothermal heating

 

From Buncrana proceed in the direction of Linsfort for approx. 2.5 miles and turn right signposted ‘Druminoir’. Carry along up this brae for approximately 200 metres and turn right opposite a small thatched cottage. The property will be found straight ahead.

Buncrana, the largest town in the Inishowen Peninsula, is positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana just 14 miles from Derry City and 27 miles north of Letterkenny. With a population of some 7000, the town has much to offer in terms of shopping, sporting and recreational amenities:-

Churches: Christchurch, St. Mary’s Oratory, St. Mary’s Church Cockhill, Star of the Sea Desertegney

Schools: St Oran’s N.S., St. Mura’s N.S., Scoil Iosagain, St. Joseph’s N.S., Gaelscoil Bhun Chrannacha, Crana College and Scoil Mhuire

Shopping: In addition to Buncrana’s long Main Street the town has also been boosted in 2007 with the creation of Ardravan Square which, like the Main Street, offers a variety of independent shop traders plus Supervalu, Aldi & Lidl providing the local residents with a good selection of local, national and international produce.

Restaurants/Bars/Hotels:  Buncrana has three hotels, The Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Lake of Shadows and The Harbour Inn, as well as a wide variety of bars and restaurants both on the Main Street and within a 2 mile radius – notably The Drift Inn Bar & Restaurant, The Beach House Restaurant, The Ubiquitous Chip Restaurant and O’Flaherty’s Bar

Beaches: Being positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana is blessed with some beautiful long sandy beaches namely – Lisfannon, The Shorefront, Porthaw and Stragill.

Sports: Buncrana has several local, well run sports clubs offering soccer, GAA, boxing and golf.

Tornabrattley, Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal

Posted on July 3, 2018 by - Ballyliffin, Featured Buying, For Sale

A stunning family home 

Constructed around 10yrs ago this stunning one off home is perched on an elevated c. 1.35 acre plot enjoying breathtaking views over Trawbreaga Bay, The Ballyliffin Golf Club and Glashedy. Internally c.3600 sq. ft of single storey accommodation is enhanced by large windows to the front providing light filled rooms whilst providing a stunning viewing point for the magnificent local scenery. Each of the 4 bedrooms have spacious en-suites together with fully fitted walk in wardrobes. In addition, to the rear an integral garage provides options for further living space if required and the beautifully landscaped gardens instantly welcome’s visitors to this energy efficient B – rated stone fronted bungalow. Strongly Recommended.

 

The property is arranged as follows:

Entrance vestibule; 2.80m x 3.70m hard wood front door with fully glazed side panels, tiled floor, cornice to ceiling, recessed lighting, central ceiling rose, double half glazed doors to;

Hallway/Dining room; 6.60m x 7.70m maximum dimension, sandstone fireplace, stunning views of Trawbreaga Bay & Ballyliffin Golf Club, cornice to ceiling with central ceiling rose

Cloak room/WC; 3.00m x 0.90m white contemporary 2-piece suite, half tiled walls, tiled floor, cornice to ceiling, recessed lighting

Living room; 5.50m x 5.70m marble fireplace with cast iron inset, tiled hearth, cornice to ceiling with central ceiling rose, carpet floor, TV point, stunning views of Trawbreaga Bay & Ballyliffin Golf Club

Internal Hallway; 7.20m x 1.40m, L shape (3.70 x 1.40m)

Bedroom 1; 6.00m x 3.50m carpet floor, cornice to ceiling with central ceiling rose, door to walk in wardrobe with full range of shelving & hanging rails,door to;

Luxury en-suite; 1.90m x 3.50m white 2-piece suite, free standing bath, half panelled walls

Bedroom 2; 7.00m x 5.10m double aspect, carpet floor, door to walk in wardrobe with full range of shelving & hanging rails, door to;

Luxury en-suite; White 2-piece suite, fully tiled shower enclosure with rain shower, cornice to ceiling, recessed lighting

Bedroom 3; 7.70m x 4.90m stunning views of Trawbreaga Bay & Ballyliffin Golf Club, door to walk in wardrobe with full range of shelving & hanging rails, door to;

Luxury en-suite; White 2-piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure, fitted mirror

Bedroom 4; 6.40m x 5.50m, door to walk in wardrobe with full range of shelving & hanging rails, door to;

Luxury en-suite; White 2-piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure

Luxury kitchen; 7.2.m x 6.70m comprehensively equipped with white high gloss wall & base units, four door ‘Aga’range (oil), stainless steel single drainer sink unit with separate waste bowl, work surfaces with matching splashback, cornice to ceiling, twin central ceiling rows, tiled floor, door to;

Office; with full range of built in storage units, tiled floor, cornice to ceiling

Back hallway/utility room; 8.00m x 4.20m with matching range of base units, worksurfaces, stainless steel single drainer sink unit, plumbing for washing machine, wire for tumble dryer, separate door to walk in pantry, door to;

Cloak room/WC; White 2- piece suite, half tiled walls, tiled floor

Hardwood half glazed door to;

Outside; Overall grounds of 1.35 acres, stone built entrance pillars, electric gates, paved & kerbed drive way to the back door, rear garden extensively laid to lawn, well stocked mature flower beds to boundaries, uncultivated front garden with gravel flower bed

Integrated garage; 5.33m x 7.01m with tiled floor and electric up and over roller doors

 

Key features

  • Stone fronted bungalow
  • Beautifully appointed throughout
  • 4 ensuite bedrooms with walk in wardrobes
  • Large Kitchen with ‘Aga’ range (Oil)
  • c.3600 sq ft
  • Geothermal under floor heating
  • High ceilings throughout
  • Integral Garage
  • Landscaped 1.35 acre gardens
  • Hardwood double glazed sash windows
  • Electric gates
  • Spectacular views
  • BER B2

4 Harbour Heights, Portsalon, F92 VH94 (House video)

Posted on June 21, 2018 by - For Sale, Portsalon

Prestigious holiday home with fine sea view

Built c.2005 by local builders of repute Patrick Coyle & Sons, this highly desirable coastal property must be seen to be fully appreciated. It occupies an elevated site with a commanding coastal vista taking in Magherwarden beach and the countryside behind. Impeccably presented throughout the accommodation extends to 150 sq. metres and offers a large open plan living area intercommunicating with a well fitted kitchen plus 3 double bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. Within a short stroll, the fine beach can be accessed as well as Sarah’s restaurant & The Store’s bar – a well established local bar. The championship 18-hole links golf club is also within walking distance. Your early appointment to view this stunning home is strongly recommended.

 

The accommodation is arranged as follows:

Glazed front door to;

Entrance Hall; 4.70m x 2.08m to rear of property, terracotta tiled floor, under stairs storage cupboards & hot press, glazed double doors to;

Open plan living area; 10.4m x 4.56m enjoying the most magnificent coastal vista incorporating Magherwarden beach, the rolling hills & countryside beyond, high quality tiled floor, red brick open fire place, wrought iron solid fuel burner (no back boiler), timber mantel over, TV point, roller blinds, glazed door to;

Conservatory; 3. 72m x 2.61m enjoying the same magnificent views, high quality tiled floor, pine tongue & groove ceiling with recessed halogen spotlights, glazed double doors to rear patio & garden

Glazed double doors from living area to;

Kitchen; 3.27m x 3.16m with comprehensive range of beech affect wall & base units, worktop with tiled splash back, stainless steel sink unit, four ring electric hob with stainless steel extractor canopy over, Zanussi dishwasher, Zanussi washing machine/tumble dryer, Zanussi fridge/freezer, terracotta tiled floor, venetian blinds to window

Bedroom 3; 3.30m x 3.00m (rear) with solid pine floor, venetian blinds

Bathroom/WC; High quality fully tiled walls & floor (terracotta floor tiles), corner shower cubicle with electric shower, white 2-piece suite, mirror, shaver light over wash hand basin

Pine staircase to first floor landing with small loft area;

Bedroom 2; 5.15m x 3.17m double aspect, Velux skylight window to front maximising the panoramic glorious sea, beach & country vista, solid pine floor, door to;

En-suite; High quality fully tiled walls & tiled floor, double width fully tiled shower cubicle with gravity fed shower, Velux skylight window, 2- piece suite with mirror, shaver light over wash hand basin

Bedroom 1; 5.15m x 4.90m (max) double aspect, magnificent views of panoramic glorious sea, beach & country vista, roller blinds, Velux skylight to front, solid pine floor, door to;

En-suite; High quality fully tiled walls & tiled floor, white 3 piece suite including bath, mirror, shaver light over wash hand basin, Velux skylight window, fabulous sea view

Outside; small well-tended lawned gardens with paved patio area by conservatory enjoying the most panoramic sea, beach & country vista

 

  • Championship links golf course – walking distance (Paul McGinley course advisor)
  • One of County Donegal’s most sought after coastal areasO
  • Peace & tranquility with stunning scenery
  • Just over 30 mins from Letterkenny

 

Portsalon is about 35 mins from Letterkenny – for those odd days when the sun is not shining ! For local shopping there is Kerrykeel (10 mins), Milford (15 mins) & Ramelton (18 mins). The 18 hole links in Portsalon is championship standard and has recently benefited from improvements recommended by Paul McGinley (a native of Dunfanaghy). The local Magherwarden beach has regularly  been voted one of the finest in the World !

Coming into the village from the Kerrykeel direction proceed to the golf club passing the entrance and turn right signposted to The Stores bar and Sarah’s Restaurant. Turn immediately left and keeping left Harbour Heights is easily found (above Rockmount).

Glackroe, Buncrana, F93 K0E3

Posted on June 20, 2018 by - Buncrana, For Sale

A country home with its very own bar

Perched on an elevated c.0.5 acre site and enjoying stunning views over open countryside and Lough Swilly to the right this 4 bedroom family home is suitable as a permanent residence or a holiday home. The 4th bedroom has been kitted out as a fully functioning bar/games room and two of the remaining bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms plus walk in wardrobes.  To the front the mature level gardens and flower beds offer usable outdoor space and the property is within a 10 minute drive of Buncrana’s town centre.

 

The accommodation is arranged as follows;

Part glazed white pvc front door with fully glazed side panel to;

Entrance Hall; 7.50m x 2.00m (L shaped to 5.70m x 1.10m) open understair recess, recessed lighting, door to;

Kitchen/Dining Room; 6.00m x 3.90m (max) comprehensively equipped with coloured shaker style wall & base units, work surfaces with tiled surrounding walls, eye level oven & grill, 4 ring electric hob with extractor canopy over, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer, stainless steel single drainer sink unit, tiled floor, recessed lighting, door to;

Utility Room; 2.20m x 2.10m work surfaces, plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor, floor to ceiling built in cupboards, half glazed white pvc door to outside

Living Room; 5.90m x 3.90m double aspect, black marble fireplace with cast iron inset & granite hearth, recessed lighting, tv point, wood effect linoleum flooring

Bedroom 3; 4.30m x 3.20m vinyl flooring, recessed lighting

Bedroom 4/Bar/Games Room; 5.00m x 4.40m half panelled walls, tongue & groove pine ceiling, fitted shelving, fully equipped bar, vinyl flooring, recessed lighting

Bathroom; 3.20m x 2.00m white 3 piece suite incorporating Jacuzzi bath, separate shower cubicle with electric Triton T90si shower & groflex walls

Pine staircase to first floor;

Landing; Velux window

Bedroom 1; 4.50m x 4.30m velux window, loft access, door to eaves storage, (2.30m x 2.00m – access to attic), door to;

En-Suite; 2.70m x 2.00m white 2 piece suite, separate larger than average shower enclosure with Aqualisa shower & groflex walls

Bedroom 2; 4.50m x 3.60m vinyl flooring, velux window, door to eaves storage, door to walk in wardrobe (2.30m x 2.00m – access to attic), door to;

En-Suite; 2.40m x 2.00m white 2 piece suite, separate shower enclosure with manual Aqualisa shower & groflex walls, vinyl flooring, tiled splashback to wash basin

Outside; Overall grounds of c.0.5 acre, block built entrance pillars with wrought iron gates, ranch type fencing to front boundary, kerbed & tarmadadam driveway, 5 ft hedging surrounding property, well stocked mature flower bed to front, concrete yard to rear with parking for several vehicles

 

  • Fully detached chalet bungalow
  • Fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
  • Living room with sea views
  • 4 bedrooms (2 en-suite)
  • Fully fitted bar/games room
  • Luxury bathroom
  • Oil fired central heating
  • Pvc double glazing
  • C.0.5 acre gardens
  • Wrought iron gates

 

Proceeding from Buncrana in the Linsfort direction turn right at the finger post and continue for 1.5 miles (up Roddens Brae) turning left at a small derelict house on the right hand side. Proceed for a further 1 mile passing a black & white bungalow on the right hand side. Take the next left turn and the property will be found after 300 metres on the right hand side identified by black iron entrance gates.

 

Buncrana, the largest town in the Inishowen Peninsula, is positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana just 14 miles from Derry City and 27 miles north of Letterkenny. With a population of some 7000, the town has much to offer in terms of shopping, sporting and recreational amenities:-

Churches: Christchurch, St. Mary’s Oratory, St. Mary’s Church Cockhill, Star of the Sea Desertegney

Schools: St Oran’s N.S., St. Mura’s N.S., Scoil Iosagain, St. Joseph’s N.S., Gaelscoil Bhun Chrannacha, Crana College and Scoil Mhuire

Shopping: In addition to Buncrana’s long Main Street the town has also been boosted in 2007 with the creation of Ardravan Square which, like the Main Street, offers a variety of independent shop traders plus Supervalu, Aldi & Lidl providing the local residents with a good selection of local, national and international produce.

Restaurants/Bars/Hotels:  Buncrana has three hotels, The Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Lake of Shadows and The Harbour Inn, as well as a wide variety of bars and restaurants both on the Main Street and within a 2 mile radius – notably The Drift Inn Bar & Restaurant, The Beach House Restaurant, The Ubiquitous Chip Restaurant and O’Flaherty’s Bar

Beaches: Being positioned on the shores of Lough Swilly, Buncrana is blessed with some beautiful long sandy beaches namely – Lisfannon, The Shorefront, Porthaw and Stragill.

Sports: Buncrana has several local, well run sports clubs offering soccer, GAA, boxing and golf.

5 Northburg Court, Greencastle, F93ET32

Posted on June 13, 2018 by - For Sale, Greencastle, Inishowen

Within walking distance to all local amenities

Constructed on the grounds of the 14th Century Northburg Castle, where the remains of the Castle still exist, this row of terraced homes enjoys partial lough views to the side. No 5 is a fine example of these properties with 4 bedrooms, a large living room and a spacious kitchen/dining room. An ideal holiday home or first time buy.

Local Area Guide Video: www.franklins.ie/area-guides/inishowen

 

The accommodation is arranged as follows;

Hardwood front door to;

Entrance Vestibule; 1.40m x 1.10m carpet flooring, door to;

Living Room; 4.40m x 4.30m pine flooring, open fireplace with tiled hearth & timber mantel, tv point, door to;

Kitchen/Dining Room; 5.60m x 2.30m comprehensively equipped with pine effect wall & base units incorporating glazed display units, work surfaces with tiled surrounding walls, Belfast sink, electric oven & 4 ring hob with extractor hood over, pine flooring, half glazed white pvc door to outside

Bedroom 4; 3.40m x 3.00m pine flooring

Pine & carpeted stairs to first floor;

Landing; Loft access, door to hotpress

Bedroom 1; 4.80m x 3.70m (front) pine flooring, partial sea view

Bedroom 2; 3.70m x 3.20m (front) pine flooring

Shower Room; 2.80m x 1.80m white 2 piece suite, separate fully tiled shower enclosure with manual Mira shower

Bedroom 3; 3.90m x 2.20m (rear) pine flooring

Outside; Brick paved hardstanding to front, on street parking, concrete rear yard with pedestrian access

 

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Partial lough views
  • Convenient location
  • A perfect holiday home
  • Oil fired central heating
  • Open fire to living room

 

From Greencastle village proceed in the direction of the Golf Club and just after the Fisheries College the entrance to the development will be found on the right hand side. No 5 is located a short distance along on the right hand side just in front of the castle remains.

Greencastle in recent times has become one of Donegal’s most favourite holiday hotspots seeing a huge influx of additional visitors to the area on a daily basis mainly due to the highly successful Greencastle / Magilligan Ferry Service which operates on the hour, every hour, connecting Northern Ireland to this popular Co. Donegal fishing village. Greencastle village and Moville offer a good range of pubs and restaurants whilst Derry City centre which offers a more comprehensive range of amenities is also close at hand.