A true Oasis: Mayo home where Gallagher brothers spent happy summers is for sale
A renovated cottage which was previously owned by the maternal grandmother of Oasis stars Liam and Noel Gallagher at Sonnagh, Charlestown, has been placed on the property market for €350,000.
The sale is being handed Cyril Burke DNG, Linenhalll Street, Castlebar, in partnership with DNG County Homes & Estates, along with Hamptons International.
Oasis fans will be interested in the fact the cottage was where the Gallagher brothers spent many happy childhood summers while visiting their grandmother Maggie Sweeney, enjoying the freedom of the countryside setting and soaking up the musical traditions of the locality.
Mrs. Sweeney died in September, 2000, a few weeks short of her 80th birthday.
It is said that the brothers honed their unique musical style from an early age and no doubt the traditional music sessions experienced in the area would have influenced the two brothers in their later career.
Having just played two sold out gigs in Dublin, the residents of Charlestown may be expecting a visit from the famous Gallaghers as they are very proud of their Mayo heritage.
Set on c. 6 acres of land, through which the Sonnagh River runs, the cottage and grounds are presented in impeccable condition.
The charming cottage is a two-bedroom dwelling with master bedroom ensuite, double bedroom and family shower room, located just outside Charlestown
The internal accommodation extends to approximately 83.6 square metres and comprises entrance hall, large open-plan kitchen/living/dining room, two double bedrooms and two shower rooms.
The entrance hall leads to a large open-plan kitchen/living/ dining room.
This room features double height ceilings with Velux windows, which together create a beautiful sense of light and space.
At the centre of this room is a traditional stone fireplace with a wooden mantle and solid fuel burning stove which features the original crane.
The fitted kitchen is complete with modern cream fitted kitchen units, plumbed for washing machine and dishwasher and finished with slate style floor tiles.
There are two large double bedrooms off this space. Bed 1: Complete with warm solid oak floors and built-in wardrobes Ensuite with walk-in shower. Bed 2: Complete with warm solid oak floors. There is also family bathroom complete with walk-in shower.
Outside the property enjoys ample parking which is finished in sumptuous gravel and there is c. 6 acres of land surrounding the property, with ample road frontage offering future owners the possibility of additional dwelling sites (subject to planning permission).
This is a very peaceful setting and residents can enjoy a delightful “Wonderwalk” along the banks of the Sonnagh River on their property. There is also a storage shed located to the rear of the property.
According to the auctioneers, there is a lovely, secluded seating area at the river and residents can also enjoy excellent trout fishing on their very own stretch of the Sonnagh River.
A spokesperson said: "This property would be ideal for anyone looking for a link to the musical legend that is Oasis.
"It would also make an ideal holiday home or indeed would suit holiday lettings or glamping pods, subject to planning permission.
"Imagine the guests' excitement to stay where the Gallagher Brothers spent their childhood summers."