Get in the saddle for a stable lifestyle

HORSES for courses — especially when it comes to properties like this one at Bawnadown, near Midleton in Co Cork.

A fine example of the big, stand-alone house, it’s also a bit of a mini-stud and comes with three acres and a seven-stable block. The land around the house is paddocked, with post and rail fencing, an expensive but very tidy extra in an operation of this size.

The house doesn’t disappoint either: it has almost 3,000 square feet of space over two floors, and includes a detached garage.

The property is for sale with Padraig O’Donoghue of CCM Midleton and, at a guide of €795,000, it compares favourably with smaller properties closer to the city.

You’re buying into a lifestyle here and, for a growing family, the house and land would be ideal. Plus, you get space, fresh air and a location close to Midleton, with schools and shops nearby in Dungourney village.

The house has a large kitchen, a dining room, sitting room, office and a decent conservatory on the southern side.

The upper level includes a master suite, three more bedrooms and a bathroom.

The property has its own services and is less than 10 minutes from Midleton.