Blackfort
Newport Road
Castlebar
Co. Mayo
F23 NH01

Ideally situated on the Newport Road within a short walk of the Town Centre and all amenities this stunning 3 bedroom semi is a beautiful residence with an equally impressive south facing garden. A property of immense character and quality, this elegant home combines beautiful period details with tasteful modern upgrades, resulting in a warm, inviting and turnkey family home.

This unique home makes a wonderful first impression with its classic façade, bay windows and distinctive architectural features. Stepping inside, the bright and spacious entrance hall welcomes you with parquet flooring, delicate detailing, and a graceful staircase that sets the tone for the style found throughout.

To the front of the home lies a superbly appointed living room a calm, elegant space framed by high ceilings, a decorative ceiling rose, original fireplace with cast-iron inset, and large bay windows offering excellent natural light.

To the rear, the spacious kitchen/dining room has been beautifully modernised while retaining a nod to the property’s heritage. Featuring shaker-style cabinetry, solid wood countertops, turquoise subway-tile backsplash, and a freestanding stainless-steel range cooker, this bright space is ideal for both everyday family cooking and entertaining. A full-width window overlooks the gardens, ensuring the kitchen is flooded with natural daylight. Directly off the kitchen is a generous utility room providing additional storage and appliance space.

Rising to the first floor the home offers three light-filled bedrooms, each with its own distinct charm. The master bedroom enjoys a timeless bay window, bespoke fitted wardrobes, soft décor and an original feature fireplace, offering a serene retreat.

The second double bedroom is spacious and bright, with crisp white décor, high ceilings, and another charming original fireplace. The third bedroom is ideal as a child’s bedroom, home office or study, with a modern geometric feature wall and built-in storage.

A well-maintained family shower room completes the first floor, fitted with a corner shower, pedestal wash basin and neutral tiling.

Throughout the home, many period features have been thoughtfully preserved — including fireplaces, deep skirting, internal doors, decorative woodwork and large sash-style windows — all of which enhance the timeless character of the property.

Externally, the property benefits from a private rear garden offering ample room for outdoor dining, play space or future extension (subject to planning permission). The front garden provides further privacy and kerb appeal with mature planting.

Superbly located within minutes of Castlebar town centre, schools, Mayo University Hospital, Turlough Greenway, retail centres and all major approach roads, this home represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a beautiful, long-term residence in a highly sought-after and established neighbourhood.

Ground Floor  
Entrance Hall 4.44m x 2.42m Bright and open entrance hall with original parquet flooring and high ceilings
Living Room 3.78m x 4.16m Wooden flooring, an open fire and bay windows.
Kitchen Dining Room 3.42m x 4.16m Fully fitted kitchen units with tiled back splash and a free standing stainless-steel gas range. Large window flooding the room with natural light looking onto the rear garden.
Utility Room 2.29m x 2.42m Located just off the kitchen with large counter space and hotpress.
Storage room 4.32 x 2.42m Large storage room off the utility room.
First Floor  
Landing 2.97m x 2.34m Staircase painted in a two tone contrast, with a carpeted landing.
Bathroom 1.73m x 3.04m With wc, wash hand basin and electric shower. Fully tiled floor to ceiling with large window.
Master Bedroom 3.76m x 4.30m Large bay windows, fitted wardrobe & fireplace feature
Bedroom 2 3.43m x 4.30m Bright carpeted bedroom with high ceilings and large window with fireplace feature.
Bedroom 3 2.99m x 2.84m Carpeted bedroom with fitted wardrobe to the front of the house.

BER: F
BER Number: 118949817
Energy Performance Indicator: 436.02

Castlebar is the largest town in Mayo, by population. Castlebar's population boomed in the late 1990s, rising by one-third in six years, and the town is still growing. According to the 2011 Census it stands at 10,826. A campus of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology and the Country Life section of the National Museum of Ireland are two important local amenities. The town is linked by railway to Dublin, Westport and Ballina. The town is surrounded by several villages. The main route to the area by road is the N5.