The contemporary converted schoolhouse on Irish market for €250k – it's in a tranquil location minutes from beach

The Irish Sun

15-05-2025

A CONVERTED schoolhouse has hit the market in Donegal - and it comes with some huge perks.
Selling for €250,000, Driftwood Cottage in Ballyara is located in Killybegs, Co
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Driftwood Cottage in Ballyara, Killybegs, Co. Donegal is selling for €250K
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The home has preserved its old charm
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The home has large windows to allow a large amount of natural light in
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Spanning 134 square metres, it comes complete with four bedrooms and two bathrooms - making it perfect for a
The converted
On the listing, the
It has been constructed using natural local stone, and enhanced with a sleek timber frame extension at the back.
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The current owners preserved the historical character while making it more modern with essential conveniences.
And the original stonework exemplifies craftsmanship and tradition.
Upon entering the property, guests are met with a storm porch measuring 3m x 1.7m.
It features two hardwood front doors with clear glass panelling, an exposed stone wall, vaulted tongue and grove paneling to the ceiling, a frosted glass centre light and a ceramic tiled floor.
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The kitchen and dining room spans 4.5m x 3.3m, and features 5m high vaulted ceilings with two velux windows and a stone affect tiled floor.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of modern amenities including wall-to-wall base units with marble affect Formica worktops and a large glass display cabinet.
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There is also a Belfast sink with a chrome swan-neck centre tap, a wooden drainer, a built-in electric oven and four ring ceramic hotplate over a slot-in fridge and freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, large pendant centre light, tiled splashback.
From here, an open-arch leads to the living room which measures 4.5m x 2.3m.
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The room is complete with stone affect tiled flooring, a featured natural stone fireplace with solid pine mantle, a vaulted tongue and grove paneling to the ceiling with a decorative frosted glass centre light.
It also features dual aspect windows for lots of natural light, with a built in bookcase.
The inner hall measures 7.8m x 1m, and has a high gloss marble affect tiled floor, two skylights, digital heating controls and a thermostat, along with two centre lights.
The sitting room measures 6.4m x 4.4m and has dual aspect windows and a feature exposed natural stone fireplace with a slate hearth and a solid pine mantle.
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FOUR BEDROOMS
The floors are semi-solid hardwood, with herringbone timber flooring to the upper level, and wooden panelling to the ceiling with an exposed beam.
There are two frosted glass centre lights, an eFibre PSTN and coaxial wall sockets.
The second storm porch measures 3m x 1.7m, and has a hardwood door, concrete flooring and a centre light.
The first bedroom measures 4.4m x 3.9m, and has a floor-to-ceiling corner window, high gloss marble affect tiled flooring and a centre light.
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It also has an ensuite measuring 2.3m x 2m, which is fitted with all essential features.
It has modern sanitary ware in white, comprising of a low flush w.c, pedestal wash hand basin with wooden vanity mirror over, fully tiled rectangular shower cubicle with a fitted 'Reding' electric shower, tiled floor, heated chrome towel rail and a centre light.
The second bedroom measures 3.8m x 2.4m, while the third is 3.8m x 2.6m, and both have high gloss marble affect tiled flooring with centre lights.
ORIGINAL FEATURES
The fourth bedroom measures 5.3m x 2.9m, and has a floor-to-ceiling window, carpet floors and a centre light.
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The second bathroom measures 3.8m x 2.1m, and is fitted with modern sanitary ware in white.
This also comprises of a low flush w.c, pedestal wash hand basin with wooden vanity mirror over, fully tiled rectangular shower cubicle with fitted electric shower, oval bath with chrome mixed taps and shower cradle, heated chrome towels rail, centre light, and a built-in hotpress with factory insulated cylinder tank.
The property also has oil fired central heating with an energy efficient boiler, uPVC double glazed windows in the extension and is connected to main water and a septic tank.
On the original schoolhouse part, it still has the original slate roof along with the original laying-pane style hardwood windows with shutters.
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The home has a BER rating of D2.
PRIME LOCATION
The home is located in a picturesque setting, just 10 minutes from Fintra Beach.
In a tranquil secluded setting, it is the perfect place for a relaxing life, while it's also close to all required amenities.
It is located just off the main access road leading from Killybegs to Glencolmcille.
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Killybegs and Kilcar is situated nearby, with pubs, cafes, shops and recreational facilities all on offer.
The listing added: "If you are looking for a change of lifestyle and a change of pace, this beautifully presented and unique property could fulfil your dreams."
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The home has four bedrooms
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There are two bathrooms
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The home has an extension added
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The home is situated in a tranquil setting
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