Attymon House, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland

Situated in Co. Galway, in the west of Ireland, this early 19th century former hunting lodge was built by the Daly family of Dunsandle. George Daly, son of Lord Dunsandle Daly, converted his house for his mistress, Mary Broadwell, the daughter of a shepherd, and their 12 children. On the death of his father, he married Mary and had two legitimate children, a son and daughter.

This son died, and one of his half-brothers, who had done well for himself in England, successfully won a lawsuit to retain the family title.The house stands on circa 78 acres and is approached by a tree-lined avenue, the house is surrounded by well planted grounds which include a fine rose garden, orchard, lake and a mini golf course.

The main house comprises 4 reception rooms, 4/5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, a large kitchen and study. The ground floor of the former coach house has been converted into a private Irish public house, while the first floor comprises two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a large studio with superb views.

The ground floor of the former coach house has been converted into an Irish public house, while the first floor comprises two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a large studio with superb views.

The Stable Bock comprises 3 stables and tack room, implement shed and a large garage.Offered with the property is Brogan’s Cottage, a recreation of a thatched Irish cottage in the early 1800s, which is currently used as a studio and for picnics.

The immediate locality surrounding Attymon is open rolling peaceful countryside and is ideally suited for horse-riding, with trails all around the property. It is surrounded by some of the best fox-hunting country in Ireland, and is situated in the middle of the Galway Blazer’s country.

The property is approximately 20 minutes drive from Galway Airport, and 25 minutes from Galway city, with its university and strong cultural traditions and festivals. The village of Attymon is situated on the main-line railway station with connections to Galway and Dublin. The main shopping centres of the region are Galway, Ballinasloe and Athlone.

Guide price: 3,000,000 Euros;
to include the contents.

For further information and to request a brochure, please telephone or email William Montgomery's office as follows:

+44 (0)28 4278 8666 / 8668
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