Property: Heritage-rich Donegal mansion with secluded grounds and sea views

A rare opportunity has come along to own a stunning 1700s mansion on the shores of Donegal Bay. The Hall Demesne in Mountcharles is steeped in history and heritage, and comes complete with a number of associated habitable houses and other outbuildings. It includes beautiful, secluded gardens, and extensive woodland rich in biodiversity. Click on the arrows to see the full gallery of photos: 

The Hall Demesne and its peaceful setting provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, while at the same time being close to services in Mountcharles and Donegal Town. 

Estate agent Nick Crawford told Donegal Live: “There is interest in this property already. It has certainly captured the imagination, with Donegal being Donegal.

“It sits amidst natural woodland and it really is something special.”

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The property is listed at crawfords.ie with an asking price of €1,675,000. It is described as a six-bedroom, five-bathroom detached property spanning three stories and a basement. There is also a manager’s house and courtyard residence, each of which have two bedrooms, and there are further outhouses including stables. 

Untamed Beauty and Illustrious History

In the listing on his website, Mr Crawford describes in detail the setting and heritage of this unique property.

He writes: “Mountcharles is a piece of Ireland’s untamed beauty and illustrious history - a country estate adjoining Donegal Bay that spans 80 acres - mostly ancient woodland - where the echoes of centuries-old stories mingle with the scent of wild Atlantic air. Welcome to The Hall Demesne in Mountcharles, County Donegal: a rare opportunity for discerning buyers, especially Irish or those with Irish roots who seek a tangible connection to their heritage.”

“The Hall was originally built for the influential Conyngham family, whose main seat is the famed Slane Castle in County Meath. The estate dates back to at least 1777, and likely earlier, with records suggesting construction around 1752/3, coinciding with William Conyngham’s elevation to the Irish peerage as Baron Conyngham of Mountcharles.

“The Conyngham family’s story is woven into the very fabric of Ireland, with their presence in Donegal dating from the early 1600s Plantation period. The estate’s lands were acquired as early as the 1660s by Sir Albert Conyngham, knighted by Charles II, and the village itself was named Mountcharles in his honour.

“The Hall served as the centrepiece of a thriving estate, surrounded by a complex of historic outbuildings, a walled garden, and a grand entrance gateway, all testifying to the scale and prestige of the original demesne. 

“Direct access to Donegal bay is enabled via a small quay and beach that is part of the demesne land.

“The Hall is not just a home, but a legacy - an invitation to steward a piece of Irish history and create new memories for generations to come.”

As well as a direct link to the history and heritage of the area, features of the Hall Demesne include: original architectural features; historic gardens; location on the Wild Atlantic Way offering breathtaking views; 80 acres, much of which is classified as Atlantic Rainforest. 

“The Hall Demesne is more than a property - it’s a legacy waiting to be continued,” writes Mr Crawford. “For those seeking a meaningful investment, a private retreat, or a family estate that bridges continents and centuries, discover The Hall Demesne in Mountcharles.”

More information - inlcuding details of floor plans and outbuildings - as well as contact details for the estate agent can be found at crawfords.ie

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