Blacksod, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Guide Price
€595,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- SIZE
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Key features
- Contemporary home with 4 ensuite bedrooms
- Stunning open-plan living space with vaulted ceilings and ocean views
- South-facing orientation with views toward Achill Island and the Atlantic
- Landscaped grounds
- Walking distance to Faulmore Bay Beach
Description
A striking coastal home overlooking Blacksod Bay offering panoramic sea views
An Fál Mór is an exceptional modern residence completed in 2021 which offers bright, spacious, and energy-efficient living in a most stunning setting overlooking Blacksod Bay.
Approached by an electric gate and original granite stone walls this leads into a courtyard with a charcoal-stained, custom-pressed concrete driveway which provides ample parking. The welcoming hall / dining room acts as the heart of the home, with a fireplace and generous proportions, creating a natural flow between the living areas and bedrooms.
The centerpiece of the home is the expansive open-plan kitchen / sitting room featuring vaulted ceilings, picture windows, and a solid fuel burning stove. With full-height glazing facing southwards, this room is flooded with natural light and captures sweeping views across to the mountain of Slievemore on Achill Island and views to the south-west towards the Inishkea Islands.
The high-spec kitchen includes a large island, integrated appliances, and custom cabinetry. A utility room is located just off the kitchen.
There are four ensuite bedrooms in total, each with a walk-in wardrobe or dressing room, offering space, privacy, and comfort for family or guests. The master bedroom features a large dressing room and an elegant ensuite.The layout is completed by a family bathroom and guest WC, all presented with contemporary finishes.
The property extends to about 2,890 sq ft / 268 sq m in total, as shown on the accompanying floorplans.
Outbuildings
A detached double garage provides secure parking or additional storage.
Gardens & Grounds
The landscaped site extends to approximately 0.57 acre / 0.23 hectare, with manicured lawns, a sheltered patio terrace, and uninterrupted views across the Atlantic which is perfect for al fresco dining and appreciating the ever-changing landscape. The home's south-facing orientation maximises natural light and enhances the year-round enjoyment of its coastal surroundings.
Location
An Fál Mór is located on the Blacksod Peninsula of Mayo with magnificent, far-reaching views across to Achill Island and the Slievemore mountains. The Blacksod Peninsula is renowned for its long sandy beaches and rugged unspoilt coastlines. The property is conveniently situated a short walk from Faulmore Beach in addition to Glosh Beach. which is a short drive away.
The village of Eachliem is located nearby (approx. 2km) and offers an award-winning Heritage Centre with a restaurant and a pub. The village of Blacksod enjoys an extensive docking facility and the famous Blacksod Lighthouse constructed in the 1860's and played a significant role in the D-Day forecast. Blacksod is a fantastic base to visit the Inishkea Islands with its extraordinary cliffs and panoramic coastal views.
Belmullet is a charming West of Ireland town located 20km from An Fal More. The town offers amenities for everyday necessities including a supermarket, restaurants, cafés and community centre.
For outdoor enthusiasts Mayo offers an array of activities including golfing, hiking, sailing, surfing, fishing and kayaking. The area is popular for fishing with both fresh-water and sea angling off Broadhaven Bay not to mention a large population of dolphins, whales and basking sharks. Elly Bay Beach is a long, sandy, sheltered beach ideal for swimming and surfing whilst Belmullet offers a tidal swimming pool. The Peninsula is known for its world class surfing, drawing professional surfers from around the world.
Belmullet is home to Carne Golf Links, one of Ireland's most picturesque golf courses. The 18-hole course designed by Eddie Hackett, offers unspoilt sand dunes coupled with vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. A further nine holes designed by Ally Mcintosh and Jim Engh complement the original Hackett course. Home to the 2023 Irish PGA Tour, the course is amongst the top 12 courses in Ireland and is comprised of 27 holes of the finest links golf with some of the tallest dunes ever used.
Ballina, 82km distant, is Mayo's largest town and offers a comprehensive range of amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, a health centre and several retail stores. The award-winning seaside heritage town, Westport, is situated an hour and a half drive from the property. Overlooked by Croagh Patrick Mountain, the town attracts visitors from all over the world each year.
For schooling there is a local primary school, Scoil Bhreandáin, with further primary and secondary schools in Belmullet. An Fál Mór is situated about 123 km from Knock Airport which offers regional and European flights.
An Fál Mór is an exceptional modern residence completed in 2021 which offers bright, spacious, and energy-efficient living in a most stunning setting overlooking Blacksod Bay.
Approached by an electric gate and original granite stone walls this leads into a courtyard with a charcoal-stained, custom-pressed concrete driveway which provides ample parking. The welcoming hall / dining room acts as the heart of the home, with a fireplace and generous proportions, creating a natural flow between the living areas and bedrooms.
The centerpiece of the home is the expansive open-plan kitchen / sitting room featuring vaulted ceilings, picture windows, and a solid fuel burning stove. With full-height glazing facing southwards, this room is flooded with natural light and captures sweeping views across to the mountain of Slievemore on Achill Island and views to the south-west towards the Inishkea Islands.
The high-spec kitchen includes a large island, integrated appliances, and custom cabinetry. A utility room is located just off the kitchen.
There are four ensuite bedrooms in total, each with a walk-in wardrobe or dressing room, offering space, privacy, and comfort for family or guests. The master bedroom features a large dressing room and an elegant ensuite.The layout is completed by a family bathroom and guest WC, all presented with contemporary finishes.
The property extends to about 2,890 sq ft / 268 sq m in total, as shown on the accompanying floorplans.
Outbuildings
A detached double garage provides secure parking or additional storage.
Gardens & Grounds
The landscaped site extends to approximately 0.57 acre / 0.23 hectare, with manicured lawns, a sheltered patio terrace, and uninterrupted views across the Atlantic which is perfect for al fresco dining and appreciating the ever-changing landscape. The home's south-facing orientation maximises natural light and enhances the year-round enjoyment of its coastal surroundings.
Location
An Fál Mór is located on the Blacksod Peninsula of Mayo with magnificent, far-reaching views across to Achill Island and the Slievemore mountains. The Blacksod Peninsula is renowned for its long sandy beaches and rugged unspoilt coastlines. The property is conveniently situated a short walk from Faulmore Beach in addition to Glosh Beach. which is a short drive away.
The village of Eachliem is located nearby (approx. 2km) and offers an award-winning Heritage Centre with a restaurant and a pub. The village of Blacksod enjoys an extensive docking facility and the famous Blacksod Lighthouse constructed in the 1860's and played a significant role in the D-Day forecast. Blacksod is a fantastic base to visit the Inishkea Islands with its extraordinary cliffs and panoramic coastal views.
Belmullet is a charming West of Ireland town located 20km from An Fal More. The town offers amenities for everyday necessities including a supermarket, restaurants, cafés and community centre.
For outdoor enthusiasts Mayo offers an array of activities including golfing, hiking, sailing, surfing, fishing and kayaking. The area is popular for fishing with both fresh-water and sea angling off Broadhaven Bay not to mention a large population of dolphins, whales and basking sharks. Elly Bay Beach is a long, sandy, sheltered beach ideal for swimming and surfing whilst Belmullet offers a tidal swimming pool. The Peninsula is known for its world class surfing, drawing professional surfers from around the world.
Belmullet is home to Carne Golf Links, one of Ireland's most picturesque golf courses. The 18-hole course designed by Eddie Hackett, offers unspoilt sand dunes coupled with vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. A further nine holes designed by Ally Mcintosh and Jim Engh complement the original Hackett course. Home to the 2023 Irish PGA Tour, the course is amongst the top 12 courses in Ireland and is comprised of 27 holes of the finest links golf with some of the tallest dunes ever used.
Ballina, 82km distant, is Mayo's largest town and offers a comprehensive range of amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, a health centre and several retail stores. The award-winning seaside heritage town, Westport, is situated an hour and a half drive from the property. Overlooked by Croagh Patrick Mountain, the town attracts visitors from all over the world each year.
For schooling there is a local primary school, Scoil Bhreandáin, with further primary and secondary schools in Belmullet. An Fál Mór is situated about 123 km from Knock Airport which offers regional and European flights.
Blacksod, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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Distances are straight line measurements- Knock(International)54.4 miles
- Sligo(Local)62.2 miles
- Connemara(Local)65.1 miles
- Connemara(Local)65.3 miles
- Galway(International)73.2 miles
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