Seymour Farm, Carrowbehy, Castlerea, F45XW94

Additional Information

• Located in the scenic countryside of Carrowbehy, Castlerea
• Property known as Seymour Farm sits on approx. 1.1 acres
• Includes two detached cottages offering a blend of historic character and modern comfort
• Ideal for families, investors, or those seeking a peaceful rural retreat
• Main Cottage (Converted Old Granary, built 1825):
• Three-bedroom, two-storey home
• Converted from an Old Granary with an extension added 20-25 years ago
• Features oil-fired central heating throughout
• Fully modernised and move-in ready
• Combines historic charm with modern living
• Second Cottage:
• One-bedroom cottage with potential for refurbishment or personalisation
• Includes bedroom, bathroom, and stove with back boiler (currently disconnected)
• Additional Features:
• Remnants of the original farmhouse outbuilding with development/restoration potential
• Serviced by group water scheme and septic tank
• Peaceful, private rural surroundings
• Close to Lough Errit and Lough O'Flynn, popular for fishing and outdoor recreation

Nestled in the gentle, rolling countryside of Carrowbehy, Castlerea, Seymore Farm offers a rare opportunity to own two charming detached cottages on a generous site of approximately 1.1 acres. This property perfectly combines historic character, modern comfort, and the tranquility of rural living, making it ideal for families, investors, or anyone seeking a peaceful country retreat.
The centerpiece of the farm is a delightful three-bedroom, two-storey cottage, originally converted from an Old Granary built in 1825. A sympathetic extension was added approximately 20 to 25 years ago, transforming it into a warm and inviting home that is ready to move into today. The property is heated throughout by an oil-fired central heating system. With its combination of historic charm and modern living, this cottage is truly a turnkey home.
Adjacent to this is a one-bedroom cottage, which presents an excellent opportunity for refurbishment or personalisation. This property includes a bedroom, a bathroom, plumbing and services for a kitchen and stove with a back boiler, currently disconnected. Additionally, the site contains the shell of the original farmhouse outbuilding, offering potential for further development or restoration.
The cottages are serviced by a group water scheme and a septic tank, and the surrounding countryside provides a sense of space, privacy, and tranquillity. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity of Lough Errit has a designated swimming area, picnic benches, sauna, kayaking and forest walks. Lough O’Flynn, is renowned for excellent fishing. Dining Room 3.92m x 3.33m Stove tiled floor double doors lead to outside
Kitchen 3.78m x 3.59m Tiled floor with fitted units
WC 1.79m x 0.70m Fitted with toilet and wash hand basin tiled floor.
Living Room/Utility 3.60m x 5.14m Granary this part is over 200 years old with door leading to outside. tiled floor washing machine and tumble dryer fitted under countertop here.
Sitting Room/Bedroom 3.60m x 5.14m Wooden floor gable window located in the granary part of the home.
Bathroom 2.59m x 2.43m Fitted with Toilet wash hand basin bath and shower tiled floor.
Bedroom 1 3.17m x 4.84m Wooden floor 3 windows double bed size
Walk in Wardrobe/Office  Wooden floor
Bedroom 2 3.18m x 2.43m Wooden floor Double bed size
Garage 4.81m x 4.84m Double doors cylinder and oil boiler has a seperate entrance nest to main door of house.
Cottage Living Area 3.95m x 6.95m Porch to front Needs a full refurbishment and may be broken through to the existing cottage. benefits from a double height space
Cottage Kitchen/Living Room 3.95m x 6.77m Stairs to bathroom on first floor. Stove fitted back boiler disconnected oil boiler to be connected. Front and back door access No kitchen units fitted
Cottage Bathroom 3.95m x 1.84m Fitted with Toilet wash hand basin shower and seperate bath.
Cottage Bedroom 1 3.95m x 3.55m Double bed size timber floor hotpress
BER: D1
BER Number: 118810860
Energy Performance Indicator: 254.45kWh/m2/yr

Castlerea (Irish: An Caisleán Riabhach) is the second largest town in Roscommon with a population of 3,055 (as of 2011). The town is built on the River Suck and the River Francis, both tributaries of the River Shannon. Castlerea railway station serves Dublin Heuston, Ballina and Westport. Amenities in the town include a nine-hole golf course, an outdoor swimming pool (open to the public June, July and August), a library, soccer pitch, children's playground, GAA pitch and a large public park. The Neighbourhood Youth Project (NYP) is a social venue for teenagers in the town.

 

BER Details

BER Rating: D1

BER No.: 118810860

Energy Performance Indicator: 254.45 kWh/m²/yr