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The Irish Sun
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I can't believe it' cries RTE Cheap European Homes contestant as she finds ‘amazing' Italian home in final episode
AN RTE Cheap European Homes contestant has found her dream home in Northern Italy. Presenter was back on air alongside former Republic of Ireland presenter , as they took on a journey to find 's most reasonably priced properties. Advertisement 3 Maggie visited properties in Northern Italy with Dublin native Orla and her son Dylan Credit: RTE 3 Orla found her dream home Credit: RTE 3 Orla wanted to embrace a new lifestyle Credit: RTE The new series follows guru Maggie and Kevin as they travel across Europe helping house-hunters to find a place of their own on the continent, for a fraction of the price. In the final episode of the show, which aired tonight, Maggie visited properties in Northern The mum-of-three was at a cross-roads in life with her children grown up and independent, and she was looking for a fresh start. She recently sold the family home and guided by her heart, with some help from her son, she embarked on a life-long dream of living in Italy. Advertisement READ MORE ON RTE The home hunter was looking for a house where she could work remotely and embrace a new lifestyle - with a budget of €220,000. She also wanted a bright property, with a balcony and a house that is in walking distance of a town, so that she can meet new people. Maggie immediately got to work and found a three-bedroom villa in the village of Noax. Although it needed a lot of work done, it was a bright and spacious house with fantastic views. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN This renovation project was on the market for €95,000 - leaving plenty of room for Orla to transform it into her "dream home". Upon arrival, Orla said: "It's big and it's not finished. That's fine, open mind but location wise, it's fabulous." RTE Cheap European Homes property hunter left gushing at 'unique' spanish villa Overall, the selling point for her was the view and the space to put a swimming pool, but Orla admitted she was "worried" about the amount of work that needed to be done. Next up was a beautiful six-bedroom family villa in Plasencis, which was on the market for €145,000. Advertisement The property also had a two-bedroom ground floor apartment and a two-storey stone building beside it. This home, over 300 years old, was certainly a "step up" from the last house as it was in very good condition, heated and well-maintained. 'AMAZING' Orla was blown away by the "stunning" Plasencis house and after viewing it, she said: "Oh amazing, really, really, really amazing." After finding out the price, she added: "You're after just flooring me, I want to buy it, I can't believe it." Advertisement Before Orla made any decisions, Maggie had one more option to show her. In the village of Udine, there was a two-bedroom apartment on the market for €215,000. The Dublin native admitted this turn-key apartment was "amazing" and very "convenient". However, Orla decided to "go with her heart" as she chose the stunning home in Pasencis. Advertisement Maggie told how Orla "feel in love" with the house "the minute she walked through the door".
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Inside castle on Irish market for €2.5million with its own tower, four reception rooms, sauna and swimming pool
A 'BREATHTAKING' property has hit the Irish market - and it features its own tower, four reception rooms, games room, sauna and a swimming pool. Carrigacunna Castle is located in Carrigacunna, Killavullen, Co Cork. 9 The house is located in Carrigacunna, Killavullen Credit: 9 It is selling for €2,500,000 Credit: 9 The house has been transformed over the years Credit: 9 It blends historic features with contemporary design Credit: The five-bedroom home, with five bathrooms, has an asking price of €2,500,000. The seller said: 'Carrigacunna is a breathtakingly restored Georgian house set alongside a beautifully preserved Norman tower house, both commanding a spectacular position overlooking the meandering River Blackwater in North Originally built by Henry Foott in 1826, the Blending historical elements with contemporary design, with beautiful glass-walled spaces that 'flood the interiors with natural light'. READ MORE ON MONEY It has two double-height glazed atriums, effortlessly linking the traditional architecture with modern design. The property is built next to a 16th-century Norman tower house, which itself 'holds centuries of history'. The elevated house offers 'panoramic views' of the Blackwater Valley, the Ballyhoura mountains and the Galtee mountains. The Most read in Money The agent suggested the first-floor offices could be converted into an additional bedroom, if desired. Guests can stay in the one-bedroom annexe in the Fisherman's cottage adjoining the main house. RTE Cheap European Homes property hunter left gushing at 'unique' spanish villa The charming property is 'expansive yet easily manageable living space'. The agent said: 'The estate is set in a peaceful and unspoiled region of the Blackwater Valley, an area renowned for its fertile farmland and natural beauty. 'The River Blackwater, considered one of Ireland's finest salmon rivers, meanders through the landscape, with its banks dotted by historic Norman castles. 'The towns of Mallow and Fermoy are within easy reach, offering a full array of shopping, leisure, and financial services, alongside welcoming pubs and restaurants.' Despite its rural location, the property has 'excellent transport links', with quick access to national road and rail networks. There's a selection of nearby activities including a golf course, racecourses and fishing spots. The listing added: 'Both Shannon and Cork airports are within an hour's drive, making travel convenient for residents and visitors alike. 'For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers an array of sporting and leisure activities, including private fishing along the Blackwater, scenic hikes in Killarney's lakes and mountains (just an hour away), and hunting with the Duhallow and Scarteen packs. 'Equestrian pursuits are well-catered for, with racecourses in Mallow and Killarney, while golfers can enjoy the abundance of high-quality courses in the region.' The "remarkable" property is advertised on and is being sold by Lisney Sotheby's International Realty. 9 There are four reception rooms Credit: 9 The agent said the house is a manageable living space Credit: 9 It boasts an indoor swimming pool Credit: 9 The house features two double-height glazed atriums Credit: 9 Lisney Sotheby's International Realty is selling the property Credit:
