Just over the bridge in Foxford, Co Mayo, with the River Moy flowing nearby, stands a little house with plenty to catch the eye. Having welcomed senators and presidents, its past is as interesting as its character, €225k.
Gillies Hut is no ordinary home. Local stories tell of fishermen coming here after a long day on the Moy, where they could warm themselves with a bowl of soup and enjoy a bit of conversation about the day’s fishing.
It was also said to have welcomed some rather notable visitors. According to local people, former US Senator Joe Kennedy and former President of Ireland Patrick Hillary both visited the house, adding another intriguing chapter to its story.
Address: Gillie's Hut, Pontoon Road, Foxford, Co. Mayo, F26 WY88
Asking Price: €225,000
Agent: CK Auctioneers
The building was once associated with local gillies, who gathered to chat about fishing, shooting and life around the river.
Today, it has been turned into a warm and welcoming home, while keeping much of the character that makes it so distinctive.
Step inside and there’s plenty to catch the eye, from the exposed stone walls and timber floors to the cosy solid-fuel stove and striking open staircase.
Upstairs, two bedrooms sit alongside a family bathroom and an attractive open landing, with glimpses towards the River Moy.
Outside, a private walled courtyard provides a lovely little retreat.
Stone walls, herbs and gravel give it a relaxed feel, while a sheltered seating area makes it a natural spot to enjoy a quiet moment outdoors. On a sunny day, you can sit back and listen to the river nearby.
And the setting is a big part of Gillies Hut’s appeal. Foxford has long been closely connected with the Moy and its fishing, while the town is also home to the well-known Foxford Woollen Mills.
With the river just moments away and the town’s everyday amenities close at hand, it’s a place where local life and history come together.
Gillies Hut may be a small home, but it has plenty to talk about, from its links to the fishermen of the Moy to the stories of the visitors said to have crossed its threshold.
Now, this little piece of Foxford’s past is ready to begin a new chapter, with its own stories waiting to be made.
Carol Kelly Auctioneers are seeking €225,000 for this two-bedroom, 80-square-metre family or holiday home in the picturesque town of Foxford, with a BER rating of C3.
