Well for some.
Unless you happen to be the lucky sod that won the €66m Euromillions jackpot, it’s very likely that you’ll be feeling the pinch following the news that the cost of renting in Ireland has increased by 9% in 2015. With this in mind, we’ve decided to take a look at the five swankiest properties that are currently available to rent on the market.
FYI, Eddie Irvine’s amazing €7,000 per week Dalkey mansion is still the most expensive gaf but we’ve already had a look at that here.
If Bill Gates fancies a wee break in Ireland, here’s what Daft.ie has to offer.
5) Location: Cherrygarth, Mount Merrion, Co. Dublin
Cost: €7,000 per month. FYI, there are a few more properties tied for fifth place with this one on 7k per month.
On offer: 5 Bedrooms (5 double), 4 Bathrooms, 3.5 acres of manicured gardens, tennis court, two formal reception rooms, laundry room, home office and a study. At basement/garden level there is a 2 bedroom apartment with living room, kitchen and bathroom.
4) Location:Mount Juliet, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny
Cost: €1,750 weekly
On offer: 3 Beds, 3 Bathrooms, reception, dining room, fully fitted eat-in kitchen and a utility room with an extra fridge. The real draw is its proximity to the amenities in Walton’s Grove though because there’s a hotel, two restaurants, two bars, a spa, swimming pool, sauna, salt baths, steam room and gymnasium nearby. The 18 hole Jack Nicklaus designed golf course is also one of the best in the country.
3) Location: Fitzwilliam Square, Dublin 2
Cost: €8,750 monthly
On offer: It’s like living in Downton Abbey because it’s fully furnished with 4 Bedrooms (4 double), 4 Bathrooms, a study and a dining room with carved doors. On the hall return, there’s a butler’s pantry with access to the rear garden. Walk-in closet, fireplaces, and a heat controlled wine cellar are also available.
2) Location: Grantstown Castle, Kilfeakle, Co. Tipperary
Cost: €3,000 weekly (short term/ holiday rental only though)
On offer: We don’t blame you if you think that you’re living in an episode of Game of Thrones because this renovated 16th Century Tower House features 4 Bedrooms (4 double), 3 Bathrooms and actual sigils on the walls.
1) Location: Shrewsbury Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
Cost: €15,000 per month.
On offer: 5 Bedrooms (5 double), 4 Bathrooms, 3 floors, square footage of 4,525 and a huge garden/patio/balcony among other amenities.