Former Mayo Garda Station to be sold at auction this Friday

A former Garda station in Co Mayo will go under the hammer for auction this Friday October 23^rd.

Located at Muckanagh, the striking 19^th century building will be auctioned by O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers by live stream at 12 noon on the day, with potential bidders having until this Thursday, October 22^nd, to register.

The former Garda Station dates from the 19th Century

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The former Garda Station is crafted from hand-cut red sandstone and is a detached two-storey Georgian-style property full of character and charm.

The property, while in need of updating, offers 101sqm of living space on approximately 0.15 hectares (0.37 acres) and enjoys a prime position fronting the Castlebar-Bellacorick Road (R312) in County Mayo, surrounded by mature trees.

While not in use as a Garda Station in recent years, the property maintains many original features retained such as timber floors. It also includes an entrance porch, five rooms, one with kitchenette and toilet facilities.

The rear of the property

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Outside, there is a concrete driveway with generous parking, as well as stone outbuildings to the rear. The property is also exempt from stamp duty and has the potential for four beds, subject planning permission.

Situated close to the southern shores of Lough Beltra, the property boasts scenic views towards Nephin, the highest standalone mountain in Ireland.

Inside the former Garda Station

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The setting is truly picturesque - framed by mountains, sheep-dotted farmland and stretches of mature spruce forest.

Its location offers a perfect base for anglers, hill walkers, cyclists, and anyone keen to explore the unspoiled beauty of County Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way.

The former Garda Station could be converted into a 4 bed home

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Newport lies just 12 km away, with Westport a further 12 km beyond and Castlebar a mere 20 km from the property. All three towns offer a wealth of amenities including shops, pubs, restaurants, artisan butchers, and grocery stores.

For further details on the property or to pre-register for the auction, check out the property on MyHome at www.myhome.ie/5031481 or contact selling agent Siobhra Hennessy of O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers on 091 564 212.

The former Garda Station enjoys a picturesque setting overlooking the Nephin mountain range

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