When contemplating the ideal location for purchasing your vacation residence in Ireland, it is crucial to take into account your envisioned utilisation. Will you utilise it as a starting point for venturing along the paths of the Wild Atlantic Way or the Glendalough Loop? Are you seeking to spend extended weekends by the Irish shoreline? Do you desire a retreat that allows you to fully immerse yourself in Ireland’s vibrant music culture? Alternatively, is it imperative that you reside in close proximity to the finest cycling routes in the country?
In this article, we will look at our top three areas to buy a holiday home in.
Rosslare Strand, County Wexford
Rosslare has been one of Ireland’s key tourist destinations for over 100 years. Nicknamed the sunniest spot in Ireland, this scenic gem lives up to its name. Rosslare has more recorded sunshine hours than any other part of Ireland.
Famed for its Long Sandy Beach (Blue flag beach) it’s as popular with tourists as it is with residents. The beach runs the entire length of the south peninsula which ends as it enters Wexford harbour. The beach is segmented by a series of timber breakwaters which are designed to retain sandy deposits along the beach
Amenities in Rosslare Beach
Rosslare Beach boasts amenities from golf courses, hotels, and cafes to restaurants and bars.
Property Prices
The average property price in Rosslare is €280,500, with an average weekly rent-out cost of €800.
Westport, County Mayo
Westport is a town on the edge of an Atlantic inlet, on Ireland’s west coast. The town centre features a Georgian stone bridge linking the tree-lined promenade on the banks of the Carrowbeg River. Rockfleet Castle and Burrishoole Abbey, both to the northwest, have ties to the 16th-century pirate queen, Grace O’Malley.
Amenities in Westport
Westport amenities can cater to most tastes, with an array of restaurants, cafes, hotels and local shops, it also boats loads of recreational activities such as beach life, horseriding and museums.
Property Prices
The average property purchase price in Westport is €301,589. The average property can be rented out per night is €233 off-peak or €489 on-peak.
Annual hours of sunshine: 1059
Dingle, County Kerry
Dingle is located on Ireland’s southwest Dingle Peninsula, this small port town is known for its idyllic setting, lengthy walking trails and beautifully kept beaches. To the northwest of Dingle is the popular tourist attraction “Gallarus Oratory” an old ancient dry-stone church with iconic sloping sides. Located to the southwest is the legendary promontory fort of Clifftop Dun Beag. The idyllic setting combined with its local amenities and beachfront view is another ideal location for holidaymakers.
Amenities in Dingle
Dingle like the other two locations is amenity and feature-rich, with a host of bars, restaurants and hotels coupled with a multi-screen cinema, walking trails and an idyllic beach setting there is truly something for everyone in this quaint Irish town.
Property Prices
The average property price in Dingle is €197,219.74, with the ability to rent properties out at an average price of 167 euros per night.
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