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Culliagh, Leenane, Co. Galway.
Ref: S0149

PARCEL A - 54 ACRES WITH POTENTIAL FOR A DWELLING HOUSE - OFFERS INVITED ON €100,000

Parcel B - 100 ACRES OF MOUNTAIN GRAZING LAND OFFERS INVITED ON €100,000.

At the upper end of the Maam valley, this attractive parcel of good mountain grazing land is within 1 mile of Leenane Village. The land is eligible for Area Aid and REPS and would produce an annual income of approximately €15,000 per annum for the complete farm.
The property is located in an area of Outstanding Scenic Amenity on the bottom slopes of Munterowen West, in the upper end of Maam valley and with wide views over the Devil's Mother mountain.
Killary harbour, which is only a mile from the farm, is a steep beautiful inlet, 10 miles long and 45 metres deep between County Mayo and County Galway. Killary Harbour was at one time believed to be one of Ireland's few fjords, but is now considered to be probably a drowned valley; it is a splendid sheltered deep-water anchorage and was, at different times, a base for the British Fleet and a refuge for German U-boats. The highest peak in Connacht, Mweelrea ('The Bald King') towers over the water which is now used for mussel-farming on rafts. The nearby Ashleagh Waterfall is a local beauty-spot while the beautiful white sandy beaches of Glassillaunbeach, Salruck, Gurteen and Lettergesh are also within 15 minutes drive.
Leenane, which is only a mile from the farm, derives its name from An Lionan, which is loosely translated as the tidal area, and is a most delightful village, being a popular stopping off point on the main road between Clifden and Westport and with a number of shops, pubs and hotels.
The property is 40 miles from the regional capital of the West, Galway City, with its mainline road, rail and air connections and extensive and substantial cultural, commercial and retail facilities. Shannon Airport is some 21/2 hours from the property, while Knock Airport is about 11/2 hours.
THE LAND:
Parcel A. The land is split with 4 Acres situated on the right hand side (coming from Leenane) and 50 Acres on the left hand side which is currently undivided but will be fenced when as sale is agreed. There is an existing entranceway into the 4 acre parcel of land and this leads up onto a level plateau upon which it is envisaged a farmhouse could be built. The 4 acre parcel has approximately 135 metres of road frontage and across from the entranceway there is an ideal entrance point which could be created to gain access to the other 50 acres.
As a working farm, planning permission would be granted for the construction of one farmhouse, in the existing building line along the road frontage to the farm and between the derelict cottage and the bungalow to the south east.
This farmhouse, when constructed, will have superb views over the other 50 acres and the hills and mountains to the rear and front of the farm.
There are abundant natural water sources on the land for both stock on the land and for the farmhouse, when built. Electric lines cross the land, should electric supply be needed for the house or otherwise.
The land is eligible for Area Aid, benefits from Area Based Compensation and is also eligible for REPS. The total income from these grants, would amount to approximately €8,000

Parcel B A 100 Acre parcel of good mountain grazing land with abundant natural water sources on the land for stock. The land is enclosed within post and wire fencing with access from the main road via a gated entrance on the southern corner.
The land is eligible for Area Aid, benefits from Area Based Compensation and is also eligible for REPS. The total income from these grants, would amount to approximately €14,000
With both parcels combined the land now being sold is eligible to be included in Area Aid and REPS and, if so entered, would produce an income of approximately €15,000 per annum.

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