Impressive Late Georgian House with Mature Gardens in Galway

About the Property

An impressive late Georgian house, built circa 1830, set within beautifully established gardens of approximately 0.53 hectares (1.3 acres) in Galway, Ireland. This substantial residence, characterized by its period charm and architectural interest, offers a generous living space of approximately 367 square meters (3,950 square feet). Located in the sought-after Taylors Hill area, it is conveniently close to the city centre, Salthill, and the University of Galway. Merville, as the property is known, features an abundance of fine Georgian elements, with five elegant reception rooms that overlook the landscaped grounds, seven spacious bedrooms, and four bathrooms, providing ample space for family living and entertaining. The residence has been sympathetically extended in the late 1970s and again in the mid-1980s, enhancing its versatility to suit a variety of lifestyle needs. The grounds are zoned Residential under the current Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 and are recorded under The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage, Reg No. 30316001. The property includes a detached ancillary lodge, which presents possibilities for additional accommodation or a range of uses such as offices or storage. The extensive grounds offer exceptional privacy and amenity space, featuring winding paths, mature hedgerows, beautiful trees, and natural stone wall boundaries. Paved patios provide outdoor leisure spaces, while the potential for further development exists, subject to necessary planning permissions. Location: - Close to Galway city centre - Proximity to Salthill and the Promenade - Near University of Galway and University Hospital Galway Price: €2,500,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by O’Donnellan & Joyce and Sherry FitzGerald.