THE OLD SCHOOLHOUSE AT KILKEA, CO. KILDARE
CHARMING PERIOD RESIDENCE ON C. 1/3 ACRE
This character property containing c. 1,400 sq.ft. of accommodation consists of a sittingroom, dining room, kitchen, 5 bedrooms and bathroom. The property has the benefit of oil fired central heating (boiler replaced 4 years ago), PVC double glazed windows, re-insulated and re-wired 10 years ago, c. 370 sq.ft. of attic space with church style arched rafters and windows (ideal for conversion subject to the usual PP). To the rear of the house is a stone building with exposed stone walls internally dating back to 1865, ideal for conversion to mews, home office or gamesroom (subject to the usual PP).
STEEPED IN HISTORY
The Old Schoolhouse is a quaint residence dating back to 1863 originally founded by the Duke of Leinster, adjacent to the front gates of Kilkea Castle Hotel, Golf Course & Leisure Centre on c. 180 acres of mature parkland which was the Seat of the Fitzgerald Clan for over 700 years. Kilkea was the birthplace of Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. Steeped in history it was the national school for the surrounding area from 1863 to 1950 when the pupils moved to an adjoining new school and the property became a residence and shop until the mid 90s. Oozing charm and character the property is finished in a limestone exterior with granite quoins on corners. Set amid 1/3 Acre enclosed by a stone wall approached via 2 gravel driveways with gardens in lawn, hedges, trees and shrubs.
ENDLESS AMENITIES
Local amenities include the Train Station at Athy or Carlow. Golf in Kilkea, Athy or Carlow, other sporting activities in the area include rugby, GAA, horseriding, swimming, canoeing and fishing.
PERFECT LOCATION
Set in a quiet picturesque country setting only 5 miles from Athy, c. 3½ miles Castledermot, c. 9 miles Carlow, c. 5½ miles M7 Motorway Access (Junction 3 or 4), only 40 minutes south of the M50.
This is a charming property situated in a picturesque setting oozing character and it is for sale through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers who is guiding €375,000 and can be contacted on 045-433550 for further information or appointment to view.
Liam Hargaden
Director
FSCSI, FRICS
Mobile: 086-2569750
E-mail: liam@jordancs.ie