The Vale View Hotel, Avoca, Co. Wicklow

The Vale View Estate, Avoca, Co. Wicklow

Prime Redevelopment Opportunity on 8 Acres with Panoramic Valley Views

Guiding Price: €1,350,000

For Sale in One Lot

Theo Florent & Gerry King (MIPAV), Sales Agents on behalf of Prestige Property, are delighted to present this truly exceptional redevelopment opportunity — the historic Vale View Hotel and adjoining residences — set on approximately 8 acres of elevated land in the heart of Avoca, County Wicklow.

The Property

This unique offering includes:

• The former Vale View Hotel (c.1825, now derelict)
• Annex / former staff quarters
• Two detached bungalows on individual elevated plots:

Bungalow 1: c.80 sqm | 3 Beds | OFCH | Closest to main road
Bungalow 2: c.100 sqm | 2 Beds | OFCH | Overlooking hotel site

Together, these buildings occupy a commanding hillside position with uninterrupted views of the Avoca Valley and surrounding countryside — a landscape immortalised in Thomas Moore’s “The Meeting of the Waters.”

Redevelopment Potential

This scenic 8-acre site presents a rare opportunity for restoration or transformation, with potential uses including:

• Boutique hotel or guesthouse complex, incorporating spa and restaurant amenities to capture Wicklow’s thriving tourism market.

• Luxury private residence or estate compound, designed to embrace the elevated topography and natural surroundings.

• Cultural or heritage-led redevelopment, preserving the site’s historic significance while adding contemporary design value.

A Site Steeped in History

First established around 1825, the Vale View Hotel was once a cornerstone of Wicklow’s tourism scene. It hosted dignitaries, artists, and locals alike under the stewardship of Mahon and Maureen O’Brien, beloved hoteliers renowned for their warmth and community spirit.
During its heyday, the hotel was a lively hub — known for its famed “Mister Boots” rugby weekends and its displays of rare Parnell memorabilia. Though a fire in 2001 brought an end to operations, the Vale View’s heritage remains deeply woven into the story of Avoca.

Location

The Vale View site is ideally positioned between Avoca and Woodenbridge, just minutes from:

• Avoca Handweavers & Craft Village
• Woodenbridge Golf Club
• The Meeting of the Waters
• Arklow (15 mins) | Wicklow Town (25 mins) | Dublin (approx. 1 hr)

This part of Wicklow continues to attract buyers seeking tranquility, heritage, and proximity to nature — all within easy reach of Dublin.

Highlights

• 8 acres of elevated land with panoramic views
• Historic site with strong tourism heritage
• Two existing bungalows with OFCH
• Scope for boutique redevelopment or private residence
• Excellent road access and proximity to Avoca village


Viewing strictly by appointment only.
For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact:
Theo Florent or Gerry King (MIPAV)
Prestige Property Consultants