Spacious Paje Home for Sale: €695,000 with Granny Flat and Ball Alley

A residential property known as Paje, located in Midleton, East Cork, has entered the market with a valuation of €695,000. The property is presented as a value proposition based on its architectural scale and the potential for further development on its grounds.

The estate encompasses a 1.8-acre landscaped site, which provides the scope for the construction of a second home. The primary residence is a timber-frame house with a Ballydesmond stone face, built through direct labour in the early 2000s after the owners acquired the site in 2000.

The property covers 271 square metres (2,917 square feet) and carries a B2 Building Energy Rating (BER). It features five bedrooms and five bathrooms, with a design described by those familiar with the style as having great volume.

Beyond the main house, the property includes several additional functional assets that contribute to its market positioning:

• An adjoining granny flat.
• A double garage that has been converted for use as a gym.
• A ball alley.
• A south-facing patio and a conservatory.

The interior is centered around a kitchen designed by Nicholas Moody. The space includes a vaulted ceiling with exposed timber trusses and a large island featuring a solid walnut countertop. The kitchen is equipped with an oil-burning AGA and a gas hob.

Regarding the acquisition of the land, the current owner stated:

He had bought a site up the road and he told us about this one and we bought it in 2000

Current owner of Paje

The home’s elevation provides views of the surrounding countryside and a distant glimpse of the sea. The property’s name is derived from the Paje resort in Zanzibar, where the homeowners became engaged.

The current owners have attributed the property’s condition to a combination of diligent maintenance and early design choices, noting their particular affinity for the kitchen area, stating, We love our kitchen.