Exclusive Contemporary Residence for Sale in Westport, Mayo, Ireland

Superb Exclusive Contemporary Lakeshore Residence

Superb Exclusive  Five Bedroom Contemporary Residence extending to 550 sq.m. on twenty acres of land with direct lakeshore, located in an area of outstanding Scenic Beauty, with inspiring lake and mountain views:  Carramore House is located overlooking Moher Lough 6.5 miles south of Westport in West County Mayo. Set amongst unspoilt rural farmland and commanding magnificent views over Croagh Patrick, this is a truly magical location. Westport is just an 8 minute drive away from this property and is and rightly regarded as the jewel of the West. Long renowned for its scenic beauty with Clew Bay on its shores and the backdrop of the majestic Croagh Patrick to the West,  Westport boasts a wealth of charming art galleries, pretty restaurants and access to a range of delightful country pursuits.  Known as the Gateway to Connemara, and blessed with excellent fishing offered at Loughs Mask, Corrib, Conn and the River Moy to the North; there is also
Championship Golf  available at Westport and Enniscrone Golf Clubs, and the renowned Ballyconneely Golf Club is located within one hour's drive.  Clew Bay offers a wonderful range of activities including sailing, boating, angling, beach strolling,  mountain climbing and horseriding.


  Carramore House was completed in October 2004 by the present owners after almost two years of construction. Designed by award winning Architects Mc Cann Scahil, the brief was to create a large modern family home that was light filled and took full advantage of the stunning views whilst at the same time offering large living spaces fit for entertaining and also incorporating an office and design studio. No expense was spared in sourcing and importing materials for the project which ranges from American Walnut floors, Jerusalem limestone tiling to the hallways and italian tiling for the bathrooms and kitchen. A Poggenpol fitted kitchen with imported American appliances, Indian Sandstone to the Courtyard and Italian light fittings and ironmongery. Carramore House is, in short, one of the finest Modern residences ever built in the West of Ireland. The Accomodation is split over two floors with most bedrooms to the lower floor thus providing additional
light and magnificent views for the living spaces on the upper floor.  The property features a large entrance hallway with a wall of glass overlooking a large south facing courtyard which is perfect for entertaining . Accomodation is divided with the formal dining and drawing rooms located to the west. The family, kitchen and diningrooms are located to the east. The office and studio are located in a separate but interconnected wing. The room proportions are large and feature sloping ceilings which mrror the zinc mono pitch roofs.

Features of the Property:

*  Situate on twenty acres amongst unspoilt countryside: 6.5miles from Westport.
*  Located on the shores of Moher Lough and benefits from approx. 300 m direct lakeshore.
*  In excess of 1,000 native trees planted  on lands.
* Extensively landscaped.
* Striking Contemporary design by award winning Architects.
* Feature Mono Pitch roof with zinc covering.
* Artic Pine Double Glazed windows and doors fitted with low e-glass
* White lime render finish.
* Very high levels of roof and wall insulation.
* 345 m2 ( 3,370 sq.ft.) walled courtyard with indian sandstone flooring.
* Very High quality internal sppecification.
* Economical Heat Exchange and oil fired heating system.
* Under floor heating throughout.
* High quality designer Poggenpol kitchen with integrated kitchen appliances.
*  Three Fireplaces with limestone surround.
* Extensive areas of American walnut flooring.
* Italian light fittings throughout the property.
* High quality Sanitary ware.
* High quality ironmongery.
*  High electrical specification.
* Wired for surround sound in living spaces.
* Features custom made built in walnut furniture.
* Bathrooms and Kitchens feature custom made Corian vanity units and bath surrounds.



For Brochure, Maps and Viewing Arrangements, please Contact Sole Agent: Helen Cassidy; 00 353 87 2463748