51 Eagle Valley is a special find within the Irish market. The property is a beautifully appointed, detached 5 bed family home, enviously positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac not only within the exclusive Eagle Valley development, a stone’s throw from the quaint village of Enniskerry and Powercourt Estate, Gardens and Golf Club, but also within an easy commute from Dublin city centre, which is just 13 km along the easily accessible N11.

The attractive Georgian style property extends to approx. 280 sq. m. (3,021 sq. ft.) of ample accommodation, which is both spacious and light-filled. Laid out over 2 floors, the well-proportioned interior has been renovated and extended to offer beautiful, stylish and functional living space.

The large extension which has its own entrance from the front of the house would readily convert to a self-contained apartment if required.

Accommodation

The welcoming hallway in 51 Eagle Valley is bright and spacious with under stair storage and separate guest WC. To the right is a family sitting room with marble fireplace and working fire. On the left is a generous drawing room with working fire and attractive feature marble surround. Double doors lead to the open plan breakfast / dining room.  The fully fitted kitchen with polished granite work surfaces contains top of the range appliances and integrated fridge freezer, has been finished to the highest specification and opens to the gardens and terrace. From here the floor to ceiling windowed French Doors flood the room with natural light and offer exceptional views over the verdant countryside, stretching out to the coast at Bray head. Off the kitchen is a utility / laundry room. The open plan kitchen / breakfast / dining room leads to the substantial extension with entrance hall and a large shower wet room. The reception room could function as a generous downstairs bedroom, office or as part of a self-contained unit within the house.

Upstairs comprises 5 bedrooms, 3 of which have en suite shower-rooms and 2 with fitted wardrobes. The master bedroom also has a sizeable walk in wardrobe. A large fully tiled family bathroom completes the interior accommodation.

Grounds & Gardens

Externally the double fronted Georgian property offers an array of pretty planting and lawn area to the front. The double access cobble lock driveway provides ample parking and there is also a garage / workshop. The rear garden which is accessed via a side passages has been designed for easy maintenance and to take full advantage of the panoramic uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside. The mature trees on either side of the garden grant complete privacy ensuring a sheltered and quiet space. There is also a large patio area with extensive external lighting, which drops down to an expansive wooden deck taking full advantage of the afternoon and evening sun.

Location

Eagle Valley is a very short walk to the quaint and picturesque village of Enniskerry offering new owners an array of restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping. Within a stone’s throw is Powerscourt House and Gardens with Avoca Handweavers and Café, the 5* Powerscourt Hotel and the award-winning grounds and gardens.

There is a large selection of both primary and secondary schools within close proximity including Powerscourt National School, St. Mary’s and St. Gerard’s National School, Curtlestown National School and St. Gerard’s Secondary School and St. Columba’s College are also easily accessible. A private bus serves the city for pupils enrolled in Blackrock, Mount Annville and St. Andrews.

There is also a feeder bus to the Dart Station at Bray and regular bus service to Dublin (13km). The N11 is within 2 minutes’ drive leading you to the M50 making the city and its environs easily accessible for all.

Services

Mains electricity and water

Gas fired central heating

Alarm

Broadband

Multiple TV and telephone points

BER Rating

C2 – 180.93 (kWh/m2/yr)

106779457

Viewing

Strictly by appointment

Ileclash is a truly exceptional property with a totally restored Georgian house of approx. 683 sq. m. of manageable proportions, set on a promontory overlooking the Blackwater River Valley, surrounded by delightful gardens. 2 self contained guest cottages and frontage to and fishing rights over the River Blackwater, one of Ireland's noted Salmon and Sea Trout rivers are also included. 

Ileclash is one of the jewels of the Blackwater Valley. It stands gracefully on an elevation and commands a fine view over the river and surrounding countryside. The demesne contains river bank and a variety of terrains, ranging from terraced lawns to mature woodland, rockeries to caves and lily-ponds to manicured box hedge gardens. The house is of mid Georgian appearance with a 5 bay, 2 storey entrance front and a central fanlight doorway. The garden front has 2 large bows, each comprising 3 bays, decorated with a string course. These bows are adjoined by another three bays to the west. There is also a Victorian extension to the rear overlooking the walled garden. The house has many Victorian additions, including a large castellated porch which under restoration has been removed to return the house to its Georgian elegance. Another feature of this property is a large tumulus.

The grounds are an outstanding feature of Ileclash, with an abundance of mature timber, terraced lawns interspersed with walkways and manicured box hedging. The delightful walled garden with spacious sun terrace and carefully tended box hedging, shrubberies and flower beds is accessed directly from the conservatory. There are a number of rare Irish Red Squirrels resident in the garden along with various native Irish song birds.

Situated in a sheltered courtyard adjoining the main house and also with separate access are 2 charming restored guest cottages.

Cottage 1: Open plan kitchen area with breakfast counter open living area with French doors to terrace. Upstairs of this unit has 2 bedrooms and a shower room with shower, WC and wash basin. This unit also connects through to the office area.

Cottage 2: Open plan ground floor with living and dining area and kitchen area with 4 ring double oven and extractor fan and extractor and upstairs 2 bedrooms and a shower room with shower, WC, and wash basin.

Also in the courtyard are 2 further lofted store rooms, spacious office area and open fronted log store.

Location 

Ileclash is located close to the prosperous town of Fermoy and the M8 Dublin to Cork. Cork city and airport are less than a 30 minute drive. Ileclash is ideally located for the sport enthusiast being close to a number of championship golf courses, harbours from which to sail and fish, the golden beaches of the south coast and an excellent Salmon river over which you have single and double bank rights on your doorstep.

BER C2 - D2

A delightful small estate of approximately 14 acres with a beautifully appointed period house, fine woodland, lake, lawns, courtyard with apartment and colourful grounds all less than 30km from Dublin city centre. 

The Manor is an exquisite example of a period country home that rarely comes to the market. Carefully restored and maintained over a number of years, the beautifully appointed 5/6 bed property is an outstanding example of a delightful compact estate with approx. 5 ha (13.7 acres) of parkland, fine woodland, private lake, original courtyard, stables, walled garden and an orchard. Nestled into the verdant countryside of Blessington, the handsome property is located at the gateway to the Wicklow Mountains National Park.   

With its origins in the 18th century the current house was built in 1835 in the Elizabethan Gothic style. Today the house presents itself as a magnificent family home with wonderfully spacious and bright rooms. The two storey over-basement property has maintained the period features reminiscent of its era throughout. The decor too enhances the ornate features and emphasises the tall windows and high ceilings. The accommodation has an appealing combination of grand and more intimate reception rooms on a more manageable scale. Throughout the house there are exquisite features, including decorative cornicing and centre roses, wall panelling, grand antique marble chimney pieces and original panelled double doors with decorative architrave surrounds.  

The Manor is approached through an impressive entrance, accessed via a sweeping avenue across an enchanting wooden bridge over the Brittas River which is lined with mature specimen trees and passes the private lake before arriving at the imposing entrance front.  The main stately reception rooms, the drawing room and the dining room radiate off the central hallway. Both have high windows which are orientated to take full advantage of the delightful garden setting and fine views. The rooms have exquisite ceiling panelling and within the drawing room features 14 hand painted wall murals by renowned artist Edwin Hayes RHA. The main staircase is beautifully lit with natural light from the stained-glass cupola. The layout of the ground floor is extremely fitting for entertaining, with additional smaller reception rooms including a study and library, family rooms and a fully equipped kitchen.   The property is currently listed on Hidden Ireland as a heritage guest house and offers ample accommodation on the upper level. There are in total 5/6 bedrooms, four of which have en suites and two with an optional dressing room or nursery. The master bedroom boasts a large bay window with outstanding views stretching over the garden and lake; there is also a dressing room and en suite bathroom.  The wing on the upper level is accessed from the ground floor or the back stairs from the courtyard. This wing could be used as self-contained accommodation with a living room, a separate kitchen, bathroom and three bedrooms.   The basement with stone flagged floor includes a utility room, the old kitchen, a games room, stores and a separate wine cellar.

Beautifully restored Georgian House of approx. 915 sq. m. (9,850 sq. ft.) with agricultural and sporting estate set in delightful grounds with courtyard, stable yard guest house and staff cottage on approx. 65 ha (160 acres).

A truly superb agricultural and sporting estate with a meticulously restored period house, courtyard, stable yard, guest house and staff cottage with delightful gardens and grounds including a trout lake.

Borleagh Manor is a 5 bay two storey over semi-basement period residence completed as it stands today c. 1840, incorporating the fabric of an earlier 18th century structure. The property includes two guest cottages and extensive equestrian facilities.

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East Hall is believed to date from the late 1700’s with the original house being extended in the mid-1800’s and in recent years the entire was significantly was restored and extended to give a comfortable modern layout yet retaining all of its period elegance.  Although the adjoining lands are being developed the fully enclosed and not overlooked gardens set behind high stone walls has four different and distinctive areas offering complete privacy. The main family and kitchen area of the house opens to this south facing garden.  The house is approached past the charming gate lodge and via a long avenue off the Chapel Road. There is parking to the front of the house and the avenue continues past the house to the old stable yard to the rear.   The thriving and ever expanding town of Greystones with its DART to the city, excellent shopping and an array of restaurants is only minutes away. Delgany Village to the south and Blacklion shopping centre to the north are 1 km away.  

ACCOMMODATION
All of the improvements and restoration works which have taken place were designed to give bright and spacious accommodation with a modern layout, yet at the same time, retaining all the charm of a period house. Beautiful period features include: intricately carved architraves, corniced ceilings, sash windows with polished timber floors adding to the appeal of this attractive property.   There is a large double reception hall with central pillars and fireplace with marble mantlepiece with inset stove and feature central galleried landing with a roof lantern. Off this a number of rooms radiate including the cloakroom, drawing room, feature kitchen / living / conservatory dining room. Here the living area has a fireplace with marble mantlepiece with inset stove and opens to a small glass house. The fitted kitchen has a two-oven oil fired AGA cooker, Belfast sink, marble worktops and a large central island unit. The kitchen opens to the conservatory dining room which boasts a highly productive grape vine, opening to the south facing terrace and gardens. The ground floor accommodation continues and includes a library, stairs hall, rear hall with back kitchen, WC, boot room, larder and a large utility room with wall length airing cupboard.  Upstairs there are five bedrooms, three of which are ensuite and have fireplaces and there is a separate family bathroom.  

THE LODGE
Situated at the entrance to East Hall is a charming single storey lodge which has been updated and includes kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. The lodge has potential to generate good rental income.

OUTBUILDINGS
Situated to the rear of the house is a small inner yard which a double garage and store, boiler house and fuel store there is also an outer yard with a line of 6 stables and a separate staff canteen with fireplace and separate WC

THE GROUNDS
Total about 1.2 acres and are very much a feature of the property. By far the largest area is in the Victorian garden, totally private and set behind high stone walls. This delightful area is divided into a number of separate gardens with high hedging including a vegetable area with glasshouse, secret garden with water feature and fruit trees, large lawn and at the back of the house and overlooking the grounds are two large south/southwest facing terraces.

A charming Eddie Hackett designed parkland course situated in the Waterford countryside only 4km from the thriving town of Dungarvan and the coast.
The 148 acre (59 hectare) 18 hole course extending to 6,802 yards off the championship tees was created in 1991 from farmland owned by the Spratt family who still own and manage the course. Streams were diverted to create water features and extensive plantings have matured to increase the challenge this course presents. The spacious, yet comfortable clubhouse has the ladies, gents changing rooms, showers, offices and the pro-shop at ground level with the main restaurant, kitchen, bar and balconies offering fine views on the first floor. West Waterford Golf Club has a strong member base and is home to professional golfers Seamus Power and Gary Hurley. Seamus holds a PGA card for the 2019 season and was on the Irish Golf team that competed in the Rio Olympics. Gary is touring professional and was on the winning Walker Cup team in 2015.

Due to its location, the quality of the course and the clubhouse layout we believe there is considerable scope to increase the membership and turnover. A deliberate policy has been in place over the years whereby only standard fertilizers have been used except for the green where specific grass treatments have been kept to a minimum. With the planting of mixed woodland and the creation of small water hazards the area has become a haven for wildlife.

THE COURSE
Starting with gently undulating farmland in 1991 renowned course designer Eddie Hackett has created a friendly yet challenging 18 hole course with tree lined fairways, water hazards and well positioned bunkering.
The natural topography permitted the creation of difficult yet fair greens without excessive landscaping. The golf guidebook Hooked An Amateurs Guide to golf courses of Ireland” placed West Waterford at no. 8 in the country’s top hidden gems. There is a central irrigation system to all greens fed from a large tank under the works shed with all piping at a depth of 3 to 4 feet. All of the bunkers were upgraded in 2018.

THE BUSINESS
West Waterford Golf Club is for sale as a going concern. However, it can also be sold simply as a property which will exclude all plant, machinery and contents with the vendors retaining the brand. If sold as a going concern then all machinery and course equipment (inventory available) clubhouse commercial kitchen equipment, office fittings and furnishings will be included. The purchaser will be expected to acquire the bar and pro shop stock, at cost.

The business has been returning a modest profit for a number of years and accounts will be made available to seriously interested parties by the company’s financial adviser.

River House is a superb 409 sq. m. (4,400 sq. ft.) property in a convenient and private setting on the banks of the River Liffey yet only minutes from the thriving towns of Newbridge and Naas. The N7 and M50 provide an easy commute from Dublin city and International Airport.

River House offers all the attributes of country living combined with convenience. There are excellent primary and secondary schools close by and for the sports enthusiast the property is in the heart of Ireland’s bloodstock breeding and racing country with racecourses at Naas, The Curragh, Punchestown and Fairyhouse within easy reach. Championship golf courses in the area abound including The K Club, host of the 2006 Ryder Cup. For the fishing enthusiast you could not ask for ore, with extensive frontage to and fishing on the River Liffey a recognised salmon and trout river.

The house was specifically and carefully designed by the vendor to cater for comfortable family living yet facilitate entertainment. To ensure maximum light the house was built so that the main living areas have a south and west orientation. The spacious accommodation includes on the ground floor: reception hall, 3 reception rooms, cloakroom, kitchen and breakfast room and home office with adjoining double garage which was designed and built to suit conversion subject to planning permission. Upstairs, off the spacious galleried landing are 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suites) and a dressing room.

BER D1

A splendid and most distinguished Irish 18th-century mansion positioned within a remarkable and ancient woodland demesne of over 1,000 acres.

Abbey Leix is one of the most venerable 18th-century houses in Ireland and, following a spectacular restoration, it is also one of the most congenial. In any list of important Irish country houses Abbey Leix has a prominent place. The late-18th-century mansion, clothed in the Italianate manner in 1859-60, enjoys a remarkable position within a private estate comprising some 1,120 acres and includes some of Ireland’s most notable remaining ancient woodland and extensive frontage to the River Nore. The accommodation is grand and beautifully executed with the mansion comprising some 26,910 square feet or 2,500 square metres. The mansion is augmented by 10 lodges and cottages on the estate.

Abbey Leix was designed in 1773 by the noted architect James Wyatt. The house is an elegant three-storey Classical mansion of seven bays, the three central bays under a triangular pediment. The arrangement of rooms is elegant and simple, with three major rooms on the park front. There is a deep hall, with a screen of columns separating it from the east-west-running staircase hall and corridor. The music room at the south-eastern corner of the house retains the light, decorative plasterwork for which Wyatt was so admired. Plaster roundels framed by swags of husks were decorated with grisaille by the artist De Gree a few years after completion, probably about 1785.

In the middle of the 19th-century the Italianate character was adopted and the great Classical library and a conservatory were added. At the same time the front of the house was enclosed within an Entrance Court with terraces added to the rear. A comprehensive and sympathetic restoration was undertaken in 1995. The whole north-west corner of the accommodation was redesigned to provide a new family room (out of rooms subdivided in the 1966), kitchen, and butler’s pantry. A new state dining room was created out of two-thirds of the original library, the remainder now comprising a smaller library. A considerable programme of conservation of the major rooms followed. The works create a 21st-century family home with an appropriate balance between comfort and informality on the one hand and grandeur for entertaining and the display of art on the other.

Abbey Leix has one of the most important collections of trees in Ireland. Whereas elsewhere in Ireland the primeval forests of oak, birch, alder and willow have been almost entirely depleted, the woods on Park Hill across the river from the house are among the last surviving remnants of Ireland’s ancient woodland. Abbey Leix, like so many places in Ireland, owes its origins to religious settlement, and specifically to the French Cistercian monks who came to Ireland in the mid-12th-century. An ancient stone bridge on the estate, known as Monk’s Bridge, marks where they located their abbey. The present demesne evolved out of the monastery’s granges, woods and fields. One tree, the oldest oak in Ireland still survives from this period. The de Vesci family fashioned a landscape as beautiful as the house they built during their ownership between 1675 and 1995.

A stud farm is positioned within the original farmstead and includes an attractive range of cut-stone outbuildings. A beautiful principal yard, complete with a clock tower, was built of local limestone in 1822. The quadrangular yard contains 24 loose boxes. A separate farmyard has a range of farm sheds. The farmland provides good grazing. The limestone soil is highly fertile and ideal for rearing and keeping bloodstock, being well laid out in gently undulating fields and paddocks. The lands are well sheltered by the surrounding woodland. Positioned centrally within the estate the house is quiet and private, the wooded drive being c. 1 mile long.

“As few places elsewhere, Abbey Leix gives a sense of the longue durée of Irish history. Having been home to French Monks, O’More Princes, Ormonde Earls, de Vesci Viscounts, and a Welsh Knight, the house, its park and woods form a microcosm of our past.” William Laffan, 2017.

44 Eagle Valley is wonderful detached 6 bedroom family home, enviously positioned not only within the exclusive Eagle Valley development, a stone’s throw from the quaint village of Enniskerry and Powercourt Estate, Gardens and Golf Club, but also within an easy commute from Dublin city centre, which is just 23 km along the easily accessible N11.

The attractive Tudor style property extends to approx. 417sq. m. (4,488 sq. ft.) of ample accommodation, which is both spacious and light-filled. Laid out over 3 floors, the well-proportioned interior has been renovated and extended to offer a beautiful, stylish and functional living space.

The large extension which has its own entrance from the front of the house would readily convert to a self-contained apartment if required.

Accommodation

44 Eagle Valley, which was substantially renovated and extended in 2005 offers a welcoming and bright spacious layout throughout. The property was designed to incorporate as much natural light as possible and small details like glass panelled doors and large windows, enhance the brightness of each room.

To the right of the entrance hallway is a family sitting room with fireplace and working fire. To the left is a sizeable drawing room with working fire and attractive feature surround. Double doors lead to the very generous open plan sitting room / kitchen / dining room.  A standalone double-sided stove with chimney breast is the focal point of the room and ensures this space is the warming heart of the property where new owners will gather and entertain with family and friends.

The fully fitted kitchen, with polished granite work surfaces contains top of the range appliances and integrated fridge freezer, has been finished to the highest specification. There is a large ‘L’ shaped island counter with ample work space and a breakfast bar. The room is surrounded by windows overlooking the pretty rear garden.  French doors opening to the decking offer the opportunity for alfresco entertaining in the summer months.

To the side of this exceptional space is the self-contained wing of the property currently in use as a working / games space with office, bathroom, utility and recreational room which also has French doors to the rear.

Upstairs is a laundry room and 6 bedrooms, four of which are good sized doubles with light-censored ensuites. The master bedroom has a large ensuite with a jacuzzi bath and walk through wardrobe with ample storage. The bedroom opens to a small balcony and there are stairs to the upper mezzanine study level with access to the extensive attic storage space.

Features

• 6 bedroom family home extending to approx. 417 sq. m. (4,488 sq. ft.)


• Large self-contained extension


• Mature landscaped garden to rear


• Exceptional stunning views of the verdant countryside


• Desirable location in Enniskerry close to a host of amenities


• Easily accessible to public transport links and road networks


• Private feeder bus to a selection of popular schools

Grounds & Gardens

Externally the double fronted Tudor style property offers an array of pretty planting and lawn area to the front along with ample parking. The rear garden which is accessed via side passages has been designed for easy maintenance. Laid out over different levels the garden has been sectioned to include an orchard area with a variety of fruit trees and an area suitable as a vegetable patch with raised beds. On either side of the garden mature planting provides privacy ensuring a sheltered and quiet space and there are two paved patios.

Location

Eagle Valley is a very short walk to the quaint and picturesque village of Enniskerry offering new owners an array of restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping. Within a stone’s throw is Powerscourt House and award-winning gardens, Avoca Handweavers and Café and the 5* Powerscourt Hotel

There is a large selection of both primary and secondary schools within close proximity including Powerscourt National School, St. Mary’s and St. Gerard’s National School, Curtlestown National School. St. Gerard’s Secondary School and St. Columba’s College are also easily accessible. A private bus serves the city for pupils enrolled in Blackrock, Mount Anville and St. Andrews.

There is also a feeder bus to the Dart Station at Bray and regular bus service to Dublin (13km). The N11 is within 3 minutes’ drive leading you to the M50 making the city and its environs easily accessible for all.

Services

Mains electricity and water

Oil fired central heating

Alarm

CAD 6 wiring throughout

COAX cabling throughout for satellite TV

Broadband

BER Rating

C1 – 152.88 (kWh/m2/yr)

Ber No. 112240171

Viewing

Strictly by appointment

Restored Georgian house (4 reception 6 bedroom) with courtyard with 5 self-contained cottages, conference room, café, indoor pool, including 2 staff cottages and 7 town houses.  97sqm on the coast 10 minutes from Kinsale.

Walton Court is an outstanding example of a well-developed period coastal property, situated in the highly popular tourist destination of the South and West Cork coastline with the advantage of producing a strong income stream for the discerning occupier. Walton Court House is a listed period structure which has been carefully restored and modernised, standing on an elevated site on the eastern shore of Oysterhaven Bay a major sea inlet on the south coast of the Cork Coastline, less than 30 mins from Cork City. The Courtyard to the rear has been remodelled and converted into habitable accommodation, whilst maintaining the classical status of such a property with the internal yard area being used for entertainment and leisure activities. The overall property extends to approximately 5 acres with direct frontage and coastline to Oysterhaven Bay.

Walton Court

Walton Court is a period three storey residence situated on an elevated site with a westerly aspect overlooking the romantic Oysterhaven Bay, with a significant historical background. There appears to have been a residence on the site from the mid-17th century. In 1776, Thomas Walton remodelled the main house and it remained within the family until being acquired by the eccentric Church of Ireland minster, the Reverend Harold Hadden, who believed in there being buried treasure within the grounds, the spoils of smuggling folklore of the area. The property then passed to a retired Irish tea planter returning from India and then two colourful retired Catholic Priests. In 1996, the house which was by then in a dilapidated state was acquired by an English couple, who set about returning the house and courtyard to its former glory. Using a range of specialised artisan experts, reclaimed period features and fittings, the house, has been restored to a well-appointed period house with modern facilities. The restoration, attracted comment from such notable institutions as, the Georgian Society, Society for the Preservation of Ancient Buildings and Cork County Council.

Briefly the house contains, on the first floor, large welcoming entrance hall, drawing room and dining room, all with views over Oysterhaven Bay. Commercial and family kitchens, conservatory with adjoining guest bar. On the first floor is the spacious landing/library, principle bedroom suite and two further guest bedroom suites. On the second floor there are three bedrooms (one ensuite shower room), kitchen and shower room. The second floor could be occupied by a caretaker/manager for the entire property.

Court Yard

To the rear of the main house, is the Lower Court Yard, now converted into residential accommodation. There are five self-contained cottages and apartments, each named according to the original uses thereof, the conference room, heated sea water swimming pool and award-winning Café. The Court Yard also contains a formal kitchen herb garden and general recreational area.

Within the grounds to the south of the main house and courtyards are two staff cottages, a number of general purpose outbuildings, lawns, orchard, small wooded area, boat house and shoreline natural habitat. The overall property enjoys approximately 400m of foreshore to the sea.

Ballybrada is a charming small estate located in the sought-after county of Tipperary. The estate includes an imposing period house with self-contained staff / guest wing. The property is set within delightful and colourful grounds together with courtyard, fine woodland and top-quality grazing land extending to approx. 40 ha (100 acres) bordered by and with fishing rights over the River Suir.

ACCOMMODATION

Ballybrada was built in 1879 by Belfast architects Otway and Watt using skilled local craftsmen with materials sourced from around the world. The accommodation at Ballybrada is a wonderful example of comfortable period living. The Victorian charm is conveyed by many of the original features which are still present throughout the property.

The appealing and welcoming accommodation includes, four well-proportioned reception rooms with open fireplaces and large bay windows and a modern kitchen/breakfast room with views over the gardens and surrounding countryside.

On the first floor there are five bedrooms, two with separate dressing rooms and two bathrooms. The wing of the property is in use as a self - contained guest / staff apartment over two floors which contains a living room, kitchen with stores, three bedrooms and a bathroom.

There is a small basement with wine cellar and storage rooms.

GROUNDS AND GARDENS

The house is approached by a long avenue from where it enjoys a fine elevated position with spectacular views over the Suir Valley and a magnificent vista towards the Knockmealdown Mountains. The house has a great southern aspect and grants a superb view onto the mountain range.

It is a piece of paradise for nature lovers providing leisure activities like fishing, riding or walking.

The terraced lawns are generously laid out. Old, mature and many rare younger trees are found throughout the gardens. Special species include Mammut, Paulownia, Handkerchief, Magnolia, Camellia, Raisin and Fern Elder trees.

Sloping down to the river an informal woodlandgarden contains some 50 species of rhododendron, azalea, ferns and other native woodland plants. The estate has a walled garden of about 1 acre which is home to an ancient Mulberry tree and an orchard with old apple varieties. In spring carpets of bluebells emerge, turning the woodland into a colourful spectacle.

THE LANDS

The estate, in all about 40 ha (100 acres), with approx. 60 acres of well-maintained land, suitable for both tillage and livestock and has been organically farmed for the past 36 years. The balance of the land comprises native woodland, avenue and grounds.

The River Suir, the Tonogue River and several small streams form an integral part of the estates character. The River Suir that borders the estates’ land is well known for its stock of salmon and trout and approx. 1.4 km of single bank fishing rights are included in the sale.

36 years of organic farming has created a haven for wildlife. When you stroll along the banks of the river you may encounter an otter, heron, dipper or even a kingfisher and in the callows snipe or curlew.

Walking through the woods you might come upon pheasants, woodcock, tree creeper and jay; with foxes and badgers at dusk. At night you may hear young Kestrels or Barn Owls, more than 50 bird species live on or visit the estate. Researchers from Cork University have discovered some insects which haven’t been recorded in the area for years.

OUTBUILDINGS

At the entrance to the property there is a single-story gate lodge and although in need of refurbishment would make a delightful residence.

Close to the house is a charming single storey cut stone and brick courtyard, which includes matching former staff cottages that could very easily be converted into living accommodation. Five stables stand in their original condition with timber lined walls and ceilings, timber doors with iron bars and cast-iron feed mangers. Along with these stables there is a tack room with timber panelling, a groom’s room/studio and a feed room.

A coach house with three sets of double doors offers ample storage and workshop space. Under this coach house and approached from the garden is a former gardener’s room with tool house, apple house, farm office, fuel store and potting shed.

More recently a modern 5 bay multi-purpose shed was erected to facilitate the newly installed wood chip heating system.

THE LOCATION

For the equine enthusiast Ballybrada is located at the heart of the bloodstock racing industry, close to many stud farms including the renowned Coolmore Stud and Ballydoyle racing stables. There are racecourses nearby at Tipperary, Clonmel and Thurles. There is hunting locally with The Ormond, Golden Vale and Tipperary's.

Alternatively, there is golfing nearby at Cahir Golf course, hill walking in the Knockmealdown Mountains, angling on the River Suir from the banks of the property and for food lovers there is the local Cahir Farmers Market which sells local produce every Saturday.

• Cahir                      7 km
• Limerick               78 km
• Cork                      81 km
• Wexford              122 km
• Dublin                   191 km

FEATURES

Beautiful Victorian 5 bed period country home

Mature and very private setting

The entire extends to approx. 40 ha (100 acres)

Courtyard with coach house

SERVICES

Private water supply from 200ft. deep well plus public water connection on stand by

Mains electricity

Self-sufficient heating from wood chip boiler

Oil fired boiler on stand by

Automatic gate

Centrally monitored fire and burglar alarm systems

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment

Maytree is a unique and special find in the Irish market. This exceptional, contemporary designed property extends to approx. 170 sq. m (1,830 sq. ft.) standing on a site of approx. 0.61 ha (1.5 acres). The property is very well located, a stone’s throw from the quaint village of Enniskerry and Powercourt Estate, Gardens and Golf Club, but also from Dublin city centre, which is just 13 km away and easily accessible via the N11.

Accommodation

This simple but bold structure is everything you would expect from an architecturally designed property, bright and flooded with natural light. The fluid design effortlessly incorporates the lawned grounds and adjacent escarpment through the large picture windows to allow occupants to fully engage with nature. The stylish and functional living space is spread over two floors with the main living area and bedroom accommodation on the upper level. The lower level having recently been converted extends to approx. 54.sq. m. (581 sq. ft.) and offers further potential as a large office or fourth bedroom.

The main accommodation at the upper level is reached via rising limestone steps to a glazed open porch and entrance hall. The main reception area is open plan with a polished concrete floor. On one side this room has a full floor to ceiling glazed wall, south facing and overlooking the gardens and on the other side a series of French doors opening to an extensive raised terrace. The dining area is spacious and opens to a modern kitchen with extensive polished concrete worktops and a range of high spec kitchen fittings. The cleverly designed kitchen with its touch to open storage conceals a further utility area with extensive wall and floor units. The brightness of the kitchen is further amplified by the large roof light. Also at this level are two spacious bedrooms with concealed wardrobes and the larger master bedroom with en suite bathroom. A study and family bathroom complete the accommodation at this level.

Steps descend to the lower level where there is ample opportunity to transform a spacious room to a large office, fourth bedroom, gym / play room or for further separate guest accommodation. There is a WC with washbasin, store / utility room and plant room on this level.

Grounds & Gardens

Externally the minimal and low maintenance design of the grounds and gardens were intended to complement the external fabric of the property. Encased by lawns on either side there is an array of mature and colourful planting to the front and side of Maytree. To the rear of the houses is a timber staircase that winds up the embankment to a viewing platform towards the top of the escarpment. The front of the house provides parking for up to 3 cars.

Location

Maytree is a short distance to the quaint and picturesque village of Enniskerry offering new owners an array of restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping. Other attractions include with Powerscourt House and the award winning grounds and gardens, with Avoca Handweavers and Cafe as well as the 5* Powerscourt Hotel.

There is a large selection of both primary and secondary schools within close proximity, including Powerscourt National School, St. Mary’s and St. Gerard’s National School, Curtlestown National School and St. Gerard’s Secondary School. John Scottus and St. Columba’s College are also easily accessible.

There is a regular bus service to Dublin (13km). The N11 is within two minutes’ drive leading you to the M50 making the city and its environs easily accessible for all.

Features

Three-bedroom family home extending to approx. 170 sq. m. (1,830 sq. ft.)

Further accommodation on lower level extending to approx. 54.sq. m. (581 sq. ft.)

Hi-spec modern finish throughout

Highly insulated throughout

Easily maintained front and rear south facing garden

Desirable location in Enniskerry close to a host of amenities

Easily accessible to public transport links and road networks

Services

Mains electricity

Well water and septic tank drainage

Ultraviolet water purifier

Gas fired under floor central heating

Alarm

BER Rating

C2 – 154.24 (kWh/m2/yr)

104295498

Colliers International are delighted to present this superb contemporary architecturally designed 4 bed detached property to the market. Located at the upper end of the privately owned Avenue known as Violet Hill off Church Road in Killiney. Extending to a generous 243 sq. m. (2617 sq .ft.) “Demarco” is set on a large private site of approx. 0.145 ha (0.36 acres) of maintained and manicured gardens. A large raised patio area extends around the lounge/dining/ kitchen wing which enjoys a vast expanse of eastern / southern / western sky and all round privacy.

A superb feature of the property is the beautifully mature open to air internal courtyard / atrium. The property is further enhanced by light filled interiors and rooms of balanced proportions. Reception rooms are generously proportioned, tastefully appointed providing flowing interconnecting spaces perfect for entertainment. The property has the benefit of a modern family friendly layout with large floor to ceiling windows allowing light to permeate through from its southerly and westerly aspects. Throughout the property is meticulously maintained and cared for by the current owners.

The generous site offers great potential for prospective purchasers to extend the house further subject to planning permission. The house could also be extended upwards with the addition of a first floor as the original planning permission granted was for a 2 storey house.

Upon entering the property one is welcomed by a bright entrance hall with ebony timber floor throughout the reception rooms. The hall leads to the bright lounge with triple aspect picture windows to the gardens. The drawing room flows to the formal dining room which opens out on to the sunny terrace and internal atrium. The large kitchen breakfast room is well appointed with a spacious breakfast area which leads to a cosy family area with Essen solid fuel stove. There is access to the gardens and a large bright utility room. The study is bright and has lovely backdrop of mature shrubbery and trees.

The bedrooms are all positioned in the East wing of the house. There are 4 double bedrooms with the master boasting a large bathroom including sauna and dressing area. The bedrooms are accessed by a dedicated corridor with floor to ceiling glazing, again with backdrop of mature shrubbery. A large family bathroom completes the bedroom wing. There is a guest wc and separate cloakroom off the entrance hall and a large store room which has access to the driveway at side of the house.

Outside the large site wraps around the house with the majority of the lawns and patios benefitting from both southerly and westerly aspects. The property is bounded by mature hedging on all sides with attractive planted beds and mature specimen trees. The landscaped drive leads to the front of the property and provides generous parking. Garden furniture/ equipment is stored in the wooden garden shed.

Location 

Location of the property is within minutes of a host of amenities including Killiney Shopping Centre. Dalkey Village is just 5 minutes’ drive away with its myriad shops and restaurants. There are excellent transport links with the Dart station at Killiney 5 minutes away, the Aircoach at Fitzpatrick’s Castle Hotel and a range of bus routes nearby including the 7, 45a and 111. Access to the country’s road network is excellent with the M50 and N11 easily accessible at Junction 16 at Cherrywood which also boasts a Luas Green Line Stop There are excellent schools in the area with Holy Child Killiney, Wyvern, Cluney, Castle Park and Loreto Dalkey all close by. Killiney Golf Club is located on the hill above Violet Hill and is 2 minutes by car.

Ballyrane House is a beautifully appointed period property on approx 7 acres, which has been lovingly extended and restored to what is now a bright, spacious and comfortable home. Situated in a delightful garden setting, the house is sheltered by fine mature trees and offered together with stable yard and paddocks. The property is located only 10 km from Wexford town and Rosslare Ferry Port and 1 km from the N25 Wexford to Rosslare Road.

HISTORY

In the civil survey of 1654, the townland of Ballyrane was held by the Sinnott family. Over the following centuries Ballyrane was owned by the well-known Wexford, Meadows and Lett families. It is believed that the core of the current house dates back to the mid-1700s. It has been improved and extended considerably since then, with each owner making their mark. It is noted that the Lett family who owned the house in 1837 sold it in 1958 to a Colonel Cormack Callanan Furney. In 1969 he sold the property to a trust which held it for the grandson of a Thomas Gibbons Hawksworth Smyth.

The house was considerably extended in 1972/73 and was bought by a William Devereux in the mid-1980s. In 1990 the property changed hands and a programme of extensive improvements and alterations was commenced. This was continued and completed by the current vendors who acquired the property in 1993 with their young family. Ballyrane House is now a rare example of a beautifully appointed yet manageable country house in a convenient location.

ACCOMMODATION

All of the improvements and restoration works which have taken place were designed to give bright and spacious accommodation with a modern layout, yet at the same time retaining all the charm of a period house. Beautiful period features include; - intricately carved architraves, corniced ceilings and sash windows with working shutters, which all add to the appeal of this attractive property. The large entrance hall which doubles up as a conservatory / reading room opens to the stairs hall. On the left is a cosy family sitting room with fireplace and doors to the large kitchen / breakfast room. This is the heart of Ballyrane House and a welcoming and comfortable family space. There is an Aga, central island unit space and ample storage. Access is available to a small garden terrace, ideal for summer

entertaining. The kitchen has a large dining area and doors to the utility room, in turn leading to the dining room. The study / library to the right of the hall has built in floor to ceiling bookshelves with recessed lighting. From here is the exceptional drawing room with feature bay window overlooking

the front gardens and interconnecting doors to the formal dining room with mirroring feature French doors leading to the gardens. There is a guest WC also at this level.

The staircase leads to the first floor with access to the magnificent master bedroom suite incorporating a full en suite bathroom and fitted wardrobes. Nearby there is a comfortable morning room with views over the vegetable garden. This could be used as a (fifth) bedroom/nursery. There are three further large double bedrooms and an office which would also suit as a fifth bedroom. The accommodation is completed by a bright family bathroom and walk-in airing cupboard.

LOCATION

Situated off a quiet country road, Ballyrane House is less than 1 km from Killinick Village and the N25 Wexford to Rosslare Road. The thriving town of Wexford and the ferry port at Rosslare with crossings to the continent is about 10 km from the property. Located in the heart of the “Sunny Southeast”, Ballyrane House is within the environs of an abundance of amenities for the outdoor enthusiast. There are also many excellent golf courses, both parkland and links. With racing at the Wexford Race Course and every type of water activity along the Wexford coast line are all close by and for the hunting enthusiast the area is home to the famous Killinck Harriers and the Wexford Foxhounds.

Dublin                                   166 km

Dublin Airport                    173 km

Cork                                       194 km

Waterford                             68 km

Rosslare Harbour                10 km

Killinick Village                   700 m

OUTBUILDING

Built in the early 1990s this stable yard has a separate access over the country road and includes 4 loose boxes, tack room / feed house, garage and three span open fronted storage.

THE GROUNDS

The land totals about seven acres and the glorious sylvan setting is approached via a gravelled avenue along the front lawn, shadowed by a collection of towering beech trees, to the front gravelled forecourt. The beautifully maintained and colourful grounds are a particular feature of the property.

To the rear of the property, the lawns are lined with colourful planting and include box planted beds, a small green house and water feature.  The large garden is sheltered by mature woodland and the balance of the 7 acres are in two well fenced stud railed paddocks.

FEATURES

• Beautifully refurbished 5 bed period country home
• Mature and very private setting
• The entire extends to approx. 2.8 ha (7 acres)
• Stable yard with outbuildings and storage
• Situated 1 ½ hour from Dublin city
• Extending to approx. 398 sq. m (4,283 sq. ft.)
• Oil fired central heating throughout
• Oil fired AGA cooker

AUCTION: A charming spacious bungalow on an elevated site overlooking, with frontage to and with a small harbour on the River Shannon, Ireland’s largest navigable waterway. Hillquarter, Coosan is one of the most sought after addresses in Athlone. It is rural yet convenient, being just a few minutes drive from Athlone Town Centre, Coosan Church & Coosan School. This property is perfectly positioned to take full advantage of its picturesque scenery including its super views over the River Shannon. It offers an idyllic lifestyle for those with a love of nature or simply a peaceful living environment away from the hustle and bustle. The house and adjoining garage are situated at the upper end of the site which slopes gently to the river.

ACCOMMODATION
The original house believed to date from the late 1980’s was substantially extended and remodelled in the late 1990’s to take full advantage of the view with the overall size increasing to 140sq m / 1,507 sq ft The spacious accommodation includes entrance hall, drawing room which opens to the impressive open plan living room / dining room which in turn leads to the kitchen. There are also 3 bedrooms and a bathroom.

THE HARBOUR
As well as having extensive river frontage the property has a private sheltered harbour capable of taking a reasonable sized cruiser or two.

Auction in the Sheraton Hotel, Athlone at 2:30pm on Tuesday December 10th

Joint Agent: REA HYNES

Donna Hynes
e: donna@hynes.ie
m: + 353 86 468 0166