Buy yourself an island for €150k
Picturesque paradise 200 metres from shore on the market
AN entire island is up for sale off the Irish coast for just €150,000.
Mannion Island in Dunmanus Bay, West Cork, does not have any buildings but is accessible from a newly-built pier.
It’s for sale through Vladi Private Islands, which described it as “picturesque”.
A spokeswoman said: “Mannion Island is tucked away within the picturesque Dunmanus Bay, just 200 metres away from the foreshore and 500 metres from a newly-constructed pier [just five minutes’ walk away from the village of Durrus].
“The island is home to a natural spring, and fertile land [covering approximately 60% of its surface area].
“Towards the east, Mannion furthermore boasts a sheltered cove allowing for all-year-access.
“The island is being sold ‘as is’ and does not feature a house, building, structure, or ruins.
“Electricity could be provided via solar panels or wind turbine.”
For the heftier sum of €525,000, nearby Carbery Island is also up for sale through the same agents.
A spokeswoman said: “The clear waters of Carbery bay gently wash against the shore.
“Seals, otters, fishermen and divers all enjoy this paradise.
“The bay’s beauty and the gentle westerly winds make it the ideal place for sailing.
“Dunmanus – quiet and unspoiled offers the ‘Robinson Crusoe feeling’ for the island inhabitants who enjoy complete privacy amid untouched nature.
“Lovely old villages like Bantry and Schull with international sailing harbours, pubs, renowned restaurants and shops are within easy reach.”