Property Description

Middle Illies, Buncrana, Co. Donegal

Derelict Cottage on c. 10.56 Acres with Extensive Road Frontage and Agricultural Lands
Folio: Part of DL12909
Eircode Adjacent (for identification purposes only): F93 HN80
For Sale by Private Treaty
Sean Furey Auctioneers are delighted to offer this attractive smallholding to the market comprising a traditional roadside cottage in need of complete renovation together with approximately 10.56 acres of surrounding agricultural lands.
The property occupies a pleasant rural setting in the popular Illies area, just a short drive from Buncrana and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a cottage with a substantial landholding in one lot.
The holding comprises a derelict cottage with two attached outbuildings situated on one side of the public road, together with a quality field directly opposite which extends down to the river. Additional lands are located to the rear of the cottage, creating a compact and versatile holding suitable for a variety of agricultural, hobby farming, equestrian or lifestyle uses.
Properties of this nature continue to attract strong interest from purchasers seeking a rural home with space for sheds, workshops, storage yards, hobby farming or simply additional privacy and land around their residence.
A significant attraction of this property is its potential eligibility for the Government's Derelict Property Refurbishment Grant, currently offering up to €70,000 towards renovation works, together with any applicable SEAI energy upgrade grants available at the time of application. Purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding grant eligibility and qualification criteria.
Accommodation
• Traditional derelict cottage
• Two attached sheds/outbuildings
• Requiring complete refurbishment
Lands
• Total holding extending to approximately 10.56 acres
• Excellent roadside field opposite the cottage running down to the river
• Additional lands located to the rear of the dwelling
• Good road frontage and access
• Suitable for agricultural, equestrian, hobby farming or lifestyle purposes
Key Features
• Derelict cottage with renovation potential
• Approx. 10.56 acres in total
• Two attached outbuildings
• Popular and sought-after Illies location
• Short drive from Buncrana
• Potential eligibility for Derelict Property Refurbishment Grant
• Additional SEAI grants may be available subject to qualification
• Excellent opportunity for those seeking a home with land
Directions
From Buncrana proceed towards Illies. The property is located adjacent to Eircode F93 HN80 (for identification purposes only). A Sean Furey Auctioneers For Sale sign has been erected.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment through Sole Selling Agents: Sean Furey Auctioneers
Agent's Comment
Opportunities to acquire a cottage together with over 10 acres of land close to Buncrana are becoming increasingly scarce. The combination of a traditional cottage, substantial landholding, grant-aided renovation potential and excellent accessibility is likely to appeal to a wide range of purchasers including first-time buyers, hobby farmers, equestrian enthusiasts and those seeking a rural lifestyle property with room to expand.

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