Co Meath: from €285,000The long awaited release of the final phase of homes in the grounds of Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa finally gets under way today when bookings are to be taken for 28 houses and 20 apartments just completed by Menolly Homes.
More than 400 homes were sold in record time when they were launched last year on the edge of the Co Meath village.
Selling agents Sherry Fitz-Gerald New Homes expects an early sell out of the remaining homes now that preliminary work has begun on the reopening of the railway line between the village and the city.
There is a general expectation that property values will rise with the opening of the railway service just as happened in areas along the DART line. Even before that happens, the frequent QBS bus service into the city has greatly reduced commuting time.
Today's launch is expected to have a broad appeal given that buyers will have the choice of one, two and three-bedroom high spec apartments, three and four-bedroom townhouses and exceptionally spacious four-bedroom detached houses.
Apartments have been built in an attractive courtyard setting and start at €285,000 for one-bedroom units, €325,000 for two-bedroom homes and from €370,000 for three-bedroom apartments.
The various house types are keenly priced from €429,995 for three-bedroom end-of-terrace units with a floor area of 110sq m (1,180sq ft). For those who want an extra bedroom, there is a four-bedroom end-of-terrace house with 125sq m (1,340sq ft) priced from €495,000. The choice also includes a number of three-storey, three-bedroom houses with 107sq m (1,550sq ft) costing from €499,000.
For those trading up, Menolly has eight four-bedroom detached houses with a floor area of 153sq m (1,650sq ft) priced from €650,000. These homes come with a detached garage.
For those opting for one of the house types, Menolly has fitted out kitchens with a full range of electrical appliances. Floor coverings are also part of the standard fit out.
The attention to detail in both kitchens and bathrooms is impressive. The same standard applies to bedrooms where top of the range wardrobes have been installed by Cawleys.
