IF you're hung up on the idea that your home should be your castle, Gallows Hill, Cratloe, Co Clare, offers contemporary design with a view of Bunratty.
Built in 2003, the four-bed dwelling on one acre boasts its own stream and a panorama taking in Shannon estuary and Sixmilebridge. Spanning 300sq m (3,230 sq ft), it has Cratloe woods on its doorstep, yet is within 10 minutes' drive of Limerick city.
A feature of the entrance hall is the triple height glass atrium and glass balcony. The sense of space continues in the sitting room with its open pitched ceiling and veranda access.
The open plan kitchen/dining zone incorporates an oak and steel kitchen.
Dropped bulkheads in the ceiling with recessed spot lights enhance the area.
For downtime, there is a games room.
Those who like to put their own stamp on a property might want to transform the basement into a home cinema.
The master bedroom has a bespoke bedhead with integral lighting and walnut flooring. It incorporates a dressing room and marble-tiled en-suite. The second bedroom also has an en-suite as well as fitted wardrobes. Two other bedrooms also include built-in wardrobes.
Price: 980,000.
Agent: Sherry FitzGerald O'Malley 061-418 000
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