Seven-bed detached residence on large site
What the selling agents describe as a “beautifully presented circa 1800s period residence” has come to the open market. Retaining its unique features and blend of old and new, this fully renovated home is one to watch, say Sherry FitzGerald Davitt and Davitt.
A seven-bedroom, six-bathroom family home, it blends historic charm with modern living. It has been cleverly renovated with a nod to its original features, and combines high ceilings, ornate staircase, coving and fireplaces throughout. It has the original timber flooring plus modern amenities like solar panels for hot water, double-glazed windows and a water harvesting system.
That blend of history, functionality and its location near lakes, rivers and the scenic walks at Tullynally Castle, this property offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity.
The ground floor opens with a welcoming entrance porch featuring double doors, tiled flooring, and ornate glass panels that lead to the main entrance hallway, complete with solid timber flooring, coving and the original ornate solid timber staircase.
The sitting room features a solid timber floor, dual aspect windows and a solid fuel open fireplace.
The spacious dining room is to the rear and boasts a striking arched window, solid fuel cast iron fireplace and solid timber flooring, making it an inviting space. A fully equipped kitchen offers ample storage with fitted units, tiled flooring and a charming serving hatch.
Further enhancing the ground floor, the property includes a versatile workshop that can accommodate 20 people, with timber flooring and dual doors leading to a veranda at the rear. As well as a bright reception room with tiled flooring and wall panelling.
A ground floor bedroom with solid timber flooring, a fully tiled ensuite. The guest WC is conveniently nearby.
The first floor features a generous landing with an oval skylight and access to six well-proportioned bedrooms, many of which include ensuite facilities, ornate fireplaces and laminate flooring.
An office space overlooking the main street with laminate flooring a dressing room and a spacious family bathroom with modern fixtures completes the upper-level accommodation.
Exterior
The exterior is equally impressive, featuring a large yard with good parking, a veranda and three block-built sheds offering storage and utility space.
The gardens are mainly in lawn with some mature trees and shrubberies. There is a view of the local mill from the front door and feature stone boundary wall along the street dates to circa 1795.
The septic tank was installed in 2017. Oil-fired central heating ensures year-round comfort.
Amenities in the area include Streete Parish Park community centre for GAA, bowling, Irish music group, children’s playground, Boherquill Ramblers walking club, and much more.