As homes go, they don’t come much more impressive than this 6 bed waterfront property in Furbo, Co Galway.
1 Gaoth na Mara is a stunning architecurally unique home perched on the water’s edge in picturesque Furbo village.
The property, which boasts 321sqm of living space and an A2 energy rating, stands out for its uninterrputed views encompassing Galway Bay, taking in the Aran Islands and stretching across the horizon from Aughinish Island to the Cliffs of Moher, along the beautiful 'Wild Atlantic Way'.
This property offers any prospective purchaser an excellent opportunity to acquire a home in a quiet scenic area surrounded by beautifully maintained, landscaped gardens and magnificent south facing sea views.
Located just 14km from Galway City, it is also just a short stroll from the famous Padraicins Restaurant, a host of sandy beaches and many local amenities in the popular village of Furbo.
1 Gaoth na Mara is an exceptional home which wows from the start with a statement entrance foyer featuring marble floor tiling, sleek glass balustrades and oak stairs leading to the upper level and three oak steps bringing you to the formal living room.
This stunning room is complete with an expanse of floor to ceiling glazing, designed to frame the glorious vista and a bespoke e-Matrix double sided electric fireplace and feature lighting, ideal for appreciating the wonder of the Atlantic Ocean on a stormy winter's night.
From the entrance foyer, we move into the light filled, open plan kitchen/dining/living space which also enjoys uninterrupted views across the bay to the Aran Islands and beyond. This impeccably finished space features a bespoke Cucina designed kitchen, with beautiful Corian and oak worktops and breakfast bar, integrated appliances including a warming drawer, drinks fridge, hob with external extraction fan and a Quooker tap.
The kitchen also includes an air conditioning unit and there is a large utility room located off the kitchen with access to the garden.
The lounger area features a custom designed media unit including an ambient coal effect electric fire. There is access from this area to the magnificent multilevel patio and outdoor dining area, with glass balustrades and finished with limestone paving.
At the ground floor level, there is a bedroom which also enjoys an incredible vista, which is currently used as a home office and a sumptuous bathroom, complete with an oval-shaped free-standing bath, a statement bathroom suite befitting this spectacular home.
A set of oak finish stairs leads you from the foyer up to the upper level off of which there is a very special and private first floor patio which houses the Wellis Mars hot-tub, perfectly positioned to soak up the view.
This level also includes a versatile room, which could be used as a gym / exercise space / yoga studio or a guest bedroom.
This A2 energy rated home is truly future proofed with an Ecoden air to water heating system. There is underfloor heating throughout and, in addition, this high-tech home includes a KB Star surround sound system and a camera Hikvision security system.
Oak finish stairs lead from the ground floor level to the lower level where there are two further bright and generous bedrooms, both enjoying a spectacular vista.
The larger bedroom suite at this level features an elegantly finished walk in wardrobe and sumptuously finished ensuite bathroom. There are a further two bedroom suites at the first floor level, mirroring those at the lower level and similar in design and finish with elegant walk-in wardrobes and lavish ensuite bathrooms.
1 Gaoth na Mara is perfectly positioned at the water's edge in Furbo, providing privacy and unrivalled tranquillity.
Set behind electronic security gates and providing ample parking plus a detached garage, the grounds are extensive and beautifully maintained. Rolling lawns merge with cleverly rewilded areas creating a haven for local wildlife and sea birds.
To find out more about these sublime home, check it out on MyHome.ie at www.myhome.ie/4807255 or contact Gemma Lanigan of selling agents DNG Country Homes & Estates on 01 4912600.
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