5 The Malthouse, Castlebellingham, Co Louth

Castlebellingham – the perfect village setting and commuter location – is a fantastic little corner of the world. Quiet yet only 40 minutes from Dublin, this very picturesque village has a LOT to offer! With the beautiful Bellingham Castle at the heart of the village, and the River Glyde meandering through it, this is a gorgeous little spot. From a practical perspective, its location – 10 km south of Dundalk, 20 north of Drogheda and 60 km north of Dublin Airport – means it’s extremely well placed as a commuter base to towns and capital. Commuter services include very frequent bus routes. And from a pragmatic point of view, it’s blissfully quiet and certainly adequately appointed: your local needs from pub to corner shop, not to mention being very close to Annagassan for your seaside walks (and sea dips!) mean that the area has plenty to offer. The property itself is part of a fantastic and very well designed development of the original Malt House.

This c1866 feature red brick building once was home to a former grain store, kiln and Cairns Brewery. Today, it’s a lovely quiet living setting that delivers on all you expect: a closed gate development with security gates, lovely landscaped green areas and well equipped accommodation. Number 5 The Malt House is a super home. It’s an own-door 2 storey Duplex home in a courtyard setting. Through the front door at the courtyard side, the kitchen is to left – well appointed, in excellent condition and showing great use of space (loving the tiled floor!). The living – dining room is very comfortable – it has a semi solid wooden floor and feature exposed beam making for a very cosy space. A door opens onto garden space and a lovely green area outside. Guest wc completes the ground floor. Upstairs – 2 surprisingly spacious bedrooms. Both are very bright thanks to plenty natural light, and the bathroom is very smart. A car space is included.

Management fees are very reasonable and the development is extremely well maintained. Number 5 is an owner occupier home, so is likely to appeal from an Investor’s perspective. It will also be attractive as a first home or indeed a down size option or indeed anyone looking for somewhere that’s convenient, private and safe.