We are delighted to offer for sale this wonderful 2/3 bedroom traditional style cottage is an ideal getaway from a hectic lifestyle. The cottage itself is situated on a c. 0.5 acre site and is of stone construction with white washed walls. Internally the accommodation comprises of a large living room with an open fireplace, 2 bedrooms and a loft room (currently used as a bedroom), a kitchenette and a main bathroom. There are two thatch storage sheds situated on the site aswell. The cottage features many of the original construction ideas of exposed timber ceilings, windows, doors and internal stairs. The current owners have preserved the original character of the cottage and they replaced the thatched roof last year and now boasts a brand-new Turkish reed thatched roof.

The property is set in an undulating landscape, with granite rock outcrop, dry stone walls and a small field pattern, a feature of the rugged beauty of this part of Connemara. The property itself boast spectacular sea views and according to the vendor ?when you sit on a stone bench outside all you can see is the sea? and breath-taking views of Connemara.

An Cheathr? (Carraroe) iteslf is a picturesque village of colour and character populated with friendly welcoming people. A vibrant Gaeltacht area in the heart of the Connemara, it is being designated as the 'hub village' for the Connemara Gaeltacht. Perched on a peninsula on the Atlantic edge with breathtaking scenery, it is the largest Irish speaking area in Connemara. During the summer months music can be heard flowing freely from the many traditional Irish pubs as locals meet with tourists & students, here to learn the language or just experience a unique piece of culture.

Carraroe is the centre for the Irish language media. The main national Irish-language newspaper "Foinse" has it's head office in the village, the Irish language radio station, Raidio na Gaeltachta, is in nearby Casla (3 miles) and the Irish language TV station, TG4 is based in Baile na hAbhann (7 miles).

Carraroe is serviced by the following: Shops, Restaurants, Pubs, Hotels Chemist, Library, Council Offices, Industrial Estate, Bank, Credit Union, Post Office, Laundry, Church, Garages, Nursing Home, Medical Centre, 24 hour ambulance Service and Golf Course (3 miles).

Some of Irelands most beautiful unspoiled beaches can be found in Carraroe. Most noted would be 'Trᠡn D��n' the Coral Strand., very unique with it's fine coral. The fishing port of Rossaveal is just five miles away, the second largest fishing port on the western seaboard. Rossaveal also houses the terminal for ferries to the Aran Islands.

The property would suit as a family or holiday home and is presented with impeccable taste and meticulous attention to detail featuring many of the original construction ideas.

Viewing is a must to appreciate all that this property has to offer.

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Looking for something very special then look no further, this stunning thatched cottage oozes charm, character and has spectacular sea views.

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