Extremely rare home hits market in Waterford for €150,000 – and everyone is obsessed
THIS ";rare" home has hit the market for €150,000 - and property lovers are obsessed.
The hidden gem, in Co Waterford, is tucked away behind private walled gardens and offers a unique refurbishment opportunity.
The gorgeous property is extremely rare for Ireland - and it's even rarer to find one still standing.
It was last renovated in 1975 with a single-storey flat-roofed glazed bay added to the return block.
And there's plenty of space, with seven bedrooms and two bathrooms in the property.
It is up for auction on July 8 and the seller REA Spratt said: "This property is located in the heart of the Heritage Town of Lismore yet enjoys a most idyllic peaceful setting tucked away behind private walled gardens.
"The original Timber frame structure dates back to 1899 and oozes the style character and charm of its era and offers a discerning purchaser the benefit of returning this Protected Structure back to a fabulous spacious family home.
"The property which is accessed through a gated entrance, nestles on c.1.5 acres of lawned gardens, shrub borders and woodland, a haven for children to discover and enjoy.
"The property also has the benefit of an independent pedestrian gate, 2 stables and a number of outoffices.
"The substantial accommodation extending to c.360 sq.m comprises Entrance Porch, Reception Hallway, Drawing Room, Study, Dining room, Inner Hall Kitchen, Games Room, seven Bedrooms, two Bathrooms, Shower Room. External: two Stables, Out offices."
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The stunning property was featured on the popular Instagram page , who said the home was "a special one".
Their post reads: ".This is a project for someone take on and return to the style and charm of its era.
"It also comes with a substantial 1.5 acres of lawned gardens and woodland, along with a number of outbuildings."
Property lovers are obsessed with the rare find and one said: "Oh this is just special!!
"Hope someone who really loves and understands this building buys it!"
Another added: "Gosh it's beautiful. Wouldn't you love to have the money to return it to all it's grandeur!"
A third simply joked: "Serious Stephen King vibes off this one."
Meanwhile, house hunters looking to settle in the countryside will be delighted to find this stunning detached home hitting auction at just €95,000.
