4 bedroom detached house

Fine family home on the shores of Lough Mask

Gortmore is a charming lakefront property which occupies an elevated site, strategically positioned to take full advantage of the views of Lough Mask. Gortmore briefly comprises of four bedrooms, two reception rooms, four bathrooms and a fully converted attic space which is used for living and bedroom accommodation.

Entering the property through double glass French doors, a hallway provides access to the main living accommodation of the home. The sitting room is situated to the right of the hallway and it enjoys views out over Lough Mask. The sitting room benefits from pitch ceilings and a gas fire fitted in the feature wall. Double glass French doors open to the garden patio area - ideal for warm summer evenings. The kitchen/ dining room is located opposite the sitting room and features an island unit, panelled ceiling and a Rayburn cooker. The kitchen is well equipped and is fitted with built-in cupboard units and the dining area is located to the front of the property and enjoys far reaching panoramic views across the lake and mountains. The property features two generously proportioned ensuite bedrooms on the ground floor and the master ensuite bedroom boasts a large bathroom fitted with a bathtub and shower unit. A further bedroom, bathroom and utility area complete the ground floor accommodation.

A stair rises from the hallway and opens to the first-floor landing area. The first floor is fitted with skylights affording beautiful natural light and a sense of airiness. A sitting room is located to the right of the landing area whilst the final bedroom and bathroom is located to the left. There is access from the living section of this room out onto a terrace which has panoramic views of the water.

Gardens and Grounds
The property is surrounded by wonderful, garden grounds which are a particular feature of the property. The gardens include many different species of shrubs and plants in addition to an orchard with fruit trees. The property has a well-defined boundary, with dual access in a mature woodland setting.

In all the grounds extend to about 1 acre / 0.4 hectare.

Location

Gortmore is nestled on the shores of Lough Mask, overlooking the scenic vistas of the surrounding waters and Co Mayo countryside.
Nearby towns include Ballinrobe which is a vibrant and bustling town located 25km from the property, offering a comprehensive range of services and amenities including supermarkets, restaurants and sporting facilities.
Westport, located 36km from Gortmore, is renowned for its many restaurants, pubs, walking trails, and beautiful beaches. Castlebar is a county town in Mayo, and it is located about 30km from Gortmore.
Lough Mask is famed for its fishing waters, which hold a vast amount of brown trout. The lake hosts a wide range of water sports including kayaking, sailing and paddle boarding. The neighbouring Lough Corrib is the second largest lake in the country and is ideal for boat cruises and angling.
Local school options include Thuar Mhic Éadaigh N.S and Coláiste Muire, with further schooling options available in Ballinrobe and Westport.
Westport train station offers regular services to Dublin while only an hours' drive from the property, Knock West Airport, offers flights to destinations around Europe.