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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:
Irish Daily Star
22-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Daily Star
House price surge in Irish city reveals the minimum salary needed to buy a home there in 2025
The latest House Price Report from property website published this week, shows Dublin leading the charge in house price inflation across Ireland . The capital saw listing prices soar by 12.2% in the first quarter of 2025 - the highest national inflation rate in nearly eight years. This sharp uptick is largely attributed to severe supply constraints. As of March 1, 2025, fewer than 2,700 second-hand homes were on sale in Dublin - a 10% decrease from last year and significantly below the pre-pandemic average of 4,000. This acute shortage has ramped up competition, sparking bidding wars and often resulting in sales prices surpassing asking prices. Read More Related Articles Donald Trump branded 'dumbest President ever' after six-word comment about Congo Read More Related Articles Deranged Donald Trump says 'I don't know what that is' as he rants about Africa The housing crisis isn't limited to Dublin, though the capital is bearing the brunt. Nationally, listing prices increased by 3.7% in the first quarter, with the average home now listed at €346,048 - a jaw-dropping 11.6% increase year-on-year. However, price growth varies greatly by location, with Leitrim remaining the most affordable county (€203,624), while South County Dublin tops the market at €709,186, reports the Irish Mirror . Using data from the Daft House Price Report published on Tuesday, we examined what salary a single buyer would need to qualify for a mortgage on the listing price of a home in six areas of Dublin. The figures are based on the new maximum mortgage level for a first-time buyer, which is now capped at 4 times your gross annual salary. Central Bank deposit rules also require a 10% deposit for first-time buyers. It's important to note that these numbers don't fully reflect the challenge - homes in Dublin are often selling above the asking price. Data from in January found that, on average nationally, homes are selling for 9% over the list price, with one in seven exceeding 20% above asking. Below, we break down the salary needed to qualify for a mortgage on the average listing price in six areas of Dublin. For a full county-by-county breakdown across Ireland, see: The salary you need to buy a house in every Irish county in 2025 . Views over O'Connell Bridge and Dublin city centre (Image: David Soanes Photography via Getty Images) North County Dublin Average list price: €420,653 Up 15.3% on last year Deposit needed: €42,065 Salary needed: €94,647 Dublin North City Average list price: €421,427 Up 11.1% on last year Deposit needed: €42,143 Salary needed: €94,821 Dublin City Centre Average list price: €405,376 Up 8.9% on last year Deposit needed: €40,537 Salary needed: €91,209 Dublin South City Average list price: €495,822 Up 12.8% on last year Deposit needed: €49,582 Salary needed: €111,560 South County Dublin Average list price: €709,186 Up 13.8% on last year Deposit needed: €70,918 Salary needed: €159,567 West County Dublin Average list price: €385,001 Up 10.4% on last year Deposit needed: €38,500 Salary needed: €86,625 For the latest local news and features on Irish America, visit our homepage here .
