Kildare house hunters! Is this cheapest house in Ireland?

Kildare house hunters may be interested in this property, if they are willing to move to Clare. 

A unique one-bedroom detached cottage in Carroweragh, Kilshanny, Co. Clare (Eircode V95 AK60) is set to go under the hammer later this month with an Advised Minimum Value (AMV) of €65,000. The online auction, conducted by O’Sullivan Hurley Auctioneers, will take place on Friday, October 17th at 2 p.m.

The compact home, measuring 27.9 sq. m (c. 300 sq. ft.), offers a rare opportunity to acquire a rural retreat in the heart of North Clare.

Built in 1940, the property retains much of its traditional charm, featuring Moher flag flooring and roofing, while also benefiting from oil-fired central heating, mains water, and a septic tank.

The open-plan interior includes a combined kitchen, living, and dining space, with an overhead exposed mezzanine area providing additional storage and character. A separate shower room completes the layout.

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The property sits on a generous 0.9-acre site, half of which has been planted with native trees, bordered by stone walls and a stream. Mature shrubs, lawned areas, and a traditional stone boundary wall enhance the picturesque setting. A stone-built outbuilding with flagstone flooring adds further potential, whether as storage, workshop, or creative space.

Situated between the popular villages of Doolin and Lisdoonvarna, the location offers both tranquillity and convenience, with renowned tourist destinations, music venues, and the Cliffs of Moher within easy reach.

Auctioneers suggest the home could serve as a holiday retreat, countryside escape, or investment property. Stamp duty is estimated at €650, and with a price per square metre of €2,321, the cottage represents an affordable entry point to the Clare property market.