A traditional Three Bedroom Bungalow which can be adapted to a range of classic countryside styles.
The design incorporates a large living room and open plan kitchen / dining room, and is ideally suited for a rectangular plot. All main reception rooms and bedrooms are accessed via a central corridor. Bedroom 3 can be used as an office / study if required.
The Ash allows for an attic conversion at a later stage.
What’s Included
- 3 bedrooms
- Master en-suite
- Bathroom
- Kitchen / diner
- 135 sqm (1,450 sqft)
Option 1: Self Build
Whats Included:
- Timberframe Kit Supply, Delivery and Erection to your site
- Timberframe structure 195 x 45mm fully enclosed and insulated to U value 0.13W/m2k
- 200mm insulated external walls with cement board
- Roof: insulated and felted, battened and tiled
- Triple glazed windows and patio doors
Benefits of a Self Build
For thousands of years people have been building their own homes. They enjoy being involved, and for contractors it’s easier to work directly with owners to create exactly what they need for their home. Plus, it’s much more rewarding to help homeowners make final decisions and create a home with ultimate comfort and security. There are many other reasons why self-build homes are more beneficial to their owners.
You Have Choice and Control
Self-building gives you a unique opportunity to create a house that perfectly fits your lifestyle – a home you can truly call your own. Any required changes can be easily adapted and integrated, with flexibility for future modifications. Self-building removes all the constraints and limitations when creating a comfortable home that meets your specific needs and way of living.
Affordability
You don’t need to spend a fortune to build your home; it’s actually an accessible and cost-effective way to tailor a property to your requirements. You’ll recoup more from your investment as there’s no developer profit margin. Another advantage is deciding exactly where to save or spend – for example, you might choose to postpone building a deck and instead invest more in a larger kitchen. You also select your own materials, potentially opting for more economical options that are still environmentally friendly.
Option 2: Builders finish
Self Build plus:
- Foundation completed (3 blocks deep) with concrete, steel, insulation and finished floor
- Window Sills
- External Plastering
- 1 metre footpaths all around
- Fascia & Soffit
- Gutters and Down Pipe
- Internal slabbing
- Internal plastering
- Electrical 1st & 2nd fix
- Infrared Heating Panels with PV solar panels
- 1st & 2nd fix joinery
- Bathroom ware
Benefits of Builder’s Finish
Choosing the builder’s finish option provides a structurally complete home with all essential systems installed, while allowing for personal customisation.
Complete Structural Package
Your home comes weathertight with all critical components professionally installed – from foundations to roofing, windows to electrical systems. Everything meets high quality standards for lasting performance.
Flexibility for Personal Touches
With major construction completed, you can add personal style through flooring, paint colours and decorative elements at your own pace and budget.
Energy Efficient Design
The combination of premium insulation, triple glazing and high-efficiency heating options ensures year-round comfort with lower energy costs.
*Heat pump with underfloor heating available as an upgrade*
*Additional sum for kitchen, wardrobes, flooring, tiling and painting available*
Option 3: Modular Finished Home
Builder’s finish plus:
- 10mm AC5 German laminate flooring
- Underlay
- Fitted kitchen with appliances
Benefits of Modular Finished Home
Our modular finished home option provides maximum convenience without compromising on quality or customisation potential.
Move-In Ready Comfort
Walk into a completely finished home where every detail is complete – from flooring to a kitchen ready for your first meal. No construction headaches or delays.
Factory Precision Quality
Components assembled in controlled conditions ensure tighter construction tolerances, better quality control and superior energy efficiency.
Faster Completion
The modular approach significantly reduces on-site construction time compared to traditional methods, meaning you can settle in sooner.
Budget Certainty
With most work completed off-site, you avoid many unexpected costs common in conventional construction projects.
Features
- Unique architectural design
- PVC windows & doors
- PVC fascia & soffits
- Air to water underfloor heating system
- Choice of internal doors
- Generous provision of electrical power points
- Wired for security alarm
- Wired for Sky TV and internet
- Plumbed for washing machine
- Outside tap fitted
- Electrical cable left out for future garage
- Homebond ten year structural guarantee
The Plans

General
Questions
How much experience have you in house building?
Stephen Foley has over 22 years in the building industry and has extensive experience in building warm, comfortable and beautiful, cost effective, ecological houses.
What are the advantages of timber frame houses?
Timber frame houses are 30% quicker to build than a traditional block built house. They define green, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Approximately 70% of houses build around the world are made of timber frame. See also Timberframe Benefits.
How energy efficient are timber frame houses?
Timber frame houses are extremely efficient, It is easier to get a BER A rating with a timber framed house.
How long does it take to build a timber frame house?
It is possible to move into your house within 6 months, as soon as the frame is built, tradesmen such as Electricians, Plumbers, 2nd fix joinery can typically commence work without delay.
How do timber frame house costs compare with traditionally built houses?
The overall cost of a timber frame is very similar to a block built house, the advantage of the timber frame build is speed and flexibility.
Can you assist with mortgages?
We have contacts with mortgage brokers who specialise in finance for house building, just leave us some details and they will make contact with you. See Mortgage Assistance Request.
Do I have to have my own land?
Yes, you need to have a site where planning permission can be granted for building a house.
How much deposit do I need?
When you’re building your Dream Home and you already have the site through purchase or gift YOU MAY NOT NEED A CASH DEPOSIT. For Example, If you have a site valued at €40k and you are looking at a cost of building being around €200k (including 10% contingency) you can look to borrow up to 90% (first time buyer, 80% second time buyer) of these figures. So in this example the cost of the site plus the build is €240k. Assuming the house is worth at least this on completion you can borrow the full €200k (first time buyer) or €192k (80%) second time buyer so either no deposit required or a small €8k deposit.
Can I submit my own home plans?
Absolutely, it is your dream home and we will be pleased to quote. Just Email your plans to us.
When are payment schedules agreed?
The payment schedule is agreed upon signing the contract. Payments are usually released in stages when work completed is signed off by your engineer.
Are there any difficulties in obtaining finance for timber frame houses?
All financial institutions make no distinction between a block build and a timber frame house.
What preparations must I make for my site?
An access roadway must be provided for our trucks and you will also need to meet all the requirements of your planning permission, tree planting, effluent treatment plant, provide water, electricity, etc.
Can I upgrade my interior finished?
If you choose the turnkey finish, you will have a generous allowance for your kitchen, tiles, floor finish and painting.This is your opportunity to use your interior designer skills to achieve the finish you want.
How are changes to designs handled?
Any design changes will be passed to our architects who will make the relevant agreed changes.
Are the plans you offer sufficient for planning permissions application?
Our architect drawings are only part of the documents you will require to make a planning application, your engineer will submit site layout map, OS maps and other relevant documents such as the results of percolation tests, etc.
Do timber frame houses incur any additional insurance costs?
There are no additional insurance costs for insuring a timber frame home.
Can I have a traditional block build house?
Yes. We have extensive experience in building traditional block houses.