The Mayo cottage once owned by the maternal grandmother of Oasis stars Noel and Liam Gallagher is on the market
The Gallagher brothers are said to have spent many childhood summers there and have often spoken fondly of their Mayo roots. Even after finding fame, they continued visiting their grandmother until her passing in 2000.
Mayo fans are hoping the famous duo will be spotted in the county after having played two sold out shows in Croke Park last weekend.
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The recently renovated cottage, in Sonnagh, Charlestown, has gone on the market with an asking price of €350,000. Set on six acres with the Sonnagh River running through the grounds, the property features c. 900 sq ft of living space, including an entrance hall that leads into an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, two double bedrooms and two shower rooms. The master bedroom includes an ensuite.
The two-bedroom cottage that had once belonged to the late Margaret Sweeney, was listed for sale this morning. Photo: DNG Cyril Burke.
The property is described as ideal for “anyone looking for a link to the musical legend that is Oasis”. Alternatively it is said to be an ideal holiday home, as the property description put it: “imagine the guests’ excitement to stay where the Gallagher brothers spent their childhood summers.”
The cottage is located roughly 10km from Knock Airport and is within walking distance of the centre of Charlestown.
Oasis recently played two sold-out nights at Croke Park. During one of the shows, Liam paid tribute to Charlestown, dedicating the band’s hit single ‘Roll With It’ to the Mayo town. “Is anyone here from Charlestown?” he asked the 80,000-strong crowd, before joking, “There’s only about five people there, you can’t all be from there.”
He also dedicated the song ‘Stand By Me’ to his mother Peggy, who was in the crowd. “I wanna play this one to me mam,” he told the cheering fans.
Peggy Gallagher herself grew up in Sonnagh, living there for 18 years before emigrating to Manchester in search of better opportunities during Ireland’s economically difficult years.
News of the sale has stirred excitement in the town, with residents hoping the famous brothers might return to Charlestown. Some fans have already made their way to Mayo this week, eager for a glimpse of the brothers.
The two-bedroom property has been listed for €350,000. Photo: DNG Cyril Burke.
On Tuesday, the Irish Independent reported that a private plane coming from Dublin had landed at Ireland West Knock airport, fuelling speculation that the Gallaghers had touched down in Mayo.
While the pair have yet to be spotted, fans are hopeful they will make an appearance before heading to Toronto, where Oasis are due to perform on Sunday, August 24.
The sale is being handled by Castlebar-based auctioneers DNG Cyril Burke, along with DNG Country Homes & Estates, and Hamptons International.
Local auctioneer Cyril Burke said the company is delighted that the owner came to them to market the property.
The cottage has been recently renovated and features an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. Photo: DNG Cyril Burke.
“We certainly are making every effort to give it the exposure it deserves as it’s a fabulous property and has a wonderful history where the Gallagher brothers of Oasis fame enjoyed a welcoming childhood with their family in the past, which they have never failed to highlight.”
Rumours are spreading that the brothers might already be in the West of Ireland. Charlestown is waiting eagerly for their return.
Whether Noel and Liam will be spotted walking down the street, or venturing into a local pub for a pint remains to be seen. Residents and fans are watching closely, hoping Mayo might once again welcome home its favourite Manchester pair.
This article has been funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.