Launch of 82 new high-spec homes starting from €560,000 adds to Delgany's reputation as 'lifestyle destination'

• Published date: 25 May 2023
• Author: Tim O'Brien
• Publication title: Irish Times: Web Edition Articles (Dublin, Ireland)

The D/Res Properties scheme of 82 new homes derives its name from that given by the La Touche family in the 1700s to their favourite country retreat, which enjoyed a fine, picturesque setting overlooking Delgany village with views out to the Irish Sea beyond

It is a choice location, within walking distance of two national schools and Delgany village, with its high walls, artisan butchers and bakery, organic grocers and the Bear Paw Deli.

Gemma Moore of selling agents Savills says that, while the homes officially launch this week with open viewing from 12pm to 2pm on Saturday and Sunday, she has been quietly selling off the plans, with more than a third of the development already sold.

The new homes range from three-bedroom mid-terraces to four- and five-bedroom houses, clad with a specially developed "smoky" colour brick and soft beige rendering. The look is easy on the eye and blends in with the mature trees which border the development. The windows are double-glazed and all houses have an A2 energy rating; heat pumps and heat exchangers come as standard.

The new homes have paved front parking spaces with large, glazed patio doors to private back gardens.

Interiors are bright and enjoy a high specification. All four- and five-bedroom houses come with a contemporary McNally Kitchen in a platinum-grey shaker style. All three-bedroom homes are also fitted with McNally Kitchens, this time in matt green with stone worktops and splashback. The specification includes an integrated oven, microwave, hob, dishwasher...