Inside Galway's 'stunning' seven-bed millionaire home with its own stretch of river

A "stunning" Galway home nestled deep within Connemara , boasting easy access to the bustling centres of commerce and culture in the west, has just hit the market.

This seven-bedroom property might nearly tip the million-quid mark, but once you've had a gander at the house, its splendid gardens, private river stretch, and the mesmerising Connemara vistas , you'll understand the price tag.

DNG Maxwell, Heaslip and Leonard's agent James Heaslip describes this gem in Oughterard as a " rare blend of space, luxury, and tranquillity, nestled in a prime riverside setting that guarantees privacy ".

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Named River Run Lodge and perched along Glann Road, the estate spans 1.46 acres of lush, landscaped gardens. Erected in 1997 to a modern standard, the property has been kept in pristine condition stylistically .

It is is positioned on the Owenriff River bank and is complete with personal waterway access. Seven roomy bedrooms ensure plenty of space for both family living and entertaining guests .

With an interior that's both bright and tasteful, it intertwines open-plan design with classic touches. The Owenriff River, the centre-piece spectacle of the estate, can be seen from nearly all vantage points .

Enveloped by mature timber, the grounds are segmented into three distinct lawns and bedecked with a variety of flowering plants that add bursts of colour throughout .

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The property is ideally situated, just a stone's throw away from the charming town of Oughterard. River Run Lodge is also only a short drive from the best that the west has to offer, like golfing, hiking, and boating on Lough Corrib.

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The Glann Road, where River Run Lodge is located, is renowned for its picturesque beauty and peacefulness , adding to the appeal of the property. The home is being marketed with a starting price of €985,000.

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