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The Garden House
Milltown
Skeoughvosteen
Graiguenamanagh
Co Kilkenny
R95 C9T3
Description
This unique home is superbly located in the picturesque and peaceful setting in the townland of Milltown in Skeoughvosteen, close to Graiguenamanagh in County Kilkenny.
The Garden House was built in 1976 in the style of a gate lodge and has been extended over the years to create a spacious and light filled home, full of charm and character. The current owners are the second owners and have lived in the property since 1986.
Every part of the house is filled with natural light and each window captures a different beautiful view. The Garden House is perfectly proportioned and well designed with attention to detail and creative touches coming together in a timeless and classic interior.
The spacious and light-filled accommodation extends to 165 Sq. M. / 1,776 Sq. Ft. approx. spanning two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises: open porch, entrance hall, inner hall, study/bedroom four, shower room/guest WC, dining room, living room, kitchen/breakfast room, rear hall and utility room. The master bedroom complete with a WC completes the accommodation at this level. The layout at first floor level comprises: landing area, bedroom two, bedroom three/office and a family bathroom.
GARDENS AND GROUNDS:
The mature, secluded and landscaped grounds extend to circa 0.82 Acre / 0.33 Hectares and are an oasis of peace and tranquillity. They are sheltered and private, with an abundance of mature hedging, herbaceous borders, trees, shrubs and hedgerows of native species. The gardens are laid out over different levels with a number of secluded areas concealed from view, revealed by a peaceful meander through the gardens. The property is well screened from the road and accessed through a curved entrance with four original limestone decorative piers with black wrought-iron vehicular entrance gate. A gravelled driveway and parking area to the front and side of the property provides parking for up to four cars.
The front, rear and side gardens are laid in lawns and are bordered by mature trees and hedging. The property includes an extensive range of trees and shrubs including: Spiraea japonica, choisya, camellia, bay, magnolias, red chestnut, apple and pear trees, clematis. The lower garden is planted with young trees (beech, rowan, silver birch, willow and alder, which are all especially pollinator-friendly. There are also mature holly trees, a maple, a betel ermaniii, 2 flowering cherry trees, a witch hazel and a couple of full grown jacquemonti.
A gravelled area to the rear of the property, is bounded by herbaceous borders and roses (both shrub and climbing) and is perfect for al-fresco dining or to relax and enjoy the views of the gardens and the surrounding picturesque countryside. Outbuildings include a woodshed, enclosed kennel area and a wooden garden shed. There is a vegetable garden area with a good-sized Polytunnel, raspberry canes, gooseberries, black and red currant bushes.
LOCATION:
The Garden House is superbly located in the townland of Milltown in Skeoughvosteen which is a 7-minute drive (via R705) to the town of Graiguenamanagh. The important local amenities in Skeoughvosteen include Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Apple Tree Farm Montessori & After School and the Black and Whites GAA Club and sports complex.
There are excellent amenities in Graiguenamanagh town including Supervalu, Aldi, a Medical Centre, Top Oil Fairview Service Station, Restaurants, Public Houses, Take Aways, Coffee Shops, Duiske Abbey, KCETB Duiske College secondary school and an endless range of outdoor activities.
A 5-minute drive will take you to the river Barrow and the pretty village of Borris (R705 & R702) which has a number of excellent amenities including The Step House Hotel, Centra convenience supermarket, Nolans Butchers and Borris Vocational School.
A 25-minute drive (21km) will take you into Kilkenny City Centre (via R702 & R712). A 27-minute drive (25km) will take you to the town of New Ross (R705).
Viewing is highly recommended.
Features
Own private well
Own septic tank (new septic tank installed in June 2022)
Telephone landline with Eir
Cable for TV with Eir
Broadband with Eir (500Mb)
Rooms
Open Porch Open porch with a concrete step and floor.
Entrance Hall (including stairs) 3.87m x 2.17m A rich burgundy coloured wooden door opens into bright and welcoming entrance hall. Polished tongue and groove floorboards and fitted carpet on the stairs and landing. A tall tilt and turn PVC picture window overlooks the gravelled driveway and the front garden. Sloped ceiling and access to understairs storage.
Inner Hall 0.87m x 0.85m Access through to Study / Bedroom Four. Tiled floor.
Study / Bedroom Four 2.69m x 1.34m + 3.90m x 2.54m A light fitted and spacious room with triple aspect views of the front, side and rear gardens. A tall timber wooden Sash window overlooks the front garden and drive. PVC French doors open out to the of the property. Two wooden timber picture windows offer stunning views of the rear garden and the surrounding countryside. A-Frame ceiling, tiled floor and fitted bookcases and shelving.
Shower Room / Guest WC 2.46m x 1.47m Comprising a fully enclosed stand-in shower with Mosaic tiled shower pan, Triton T90SR pumped electric shower, extractor fan and recessed light. WC and fitted vanity unit with underneath storage and a tiled blacksplash. Wall mounted vertical radiator. Mosaic tiled floor and a Dimplex wall mounted electric heater. PVC tilt and turn window to the rear of the property.
Dining Room 3.92m x 4.63m A spacious and bright positioned to the front of the property. Two tall tilt and turn PVC windows overlook the front garden. Polished tongue and groove floorboards. Wall mounted fitted shelving, ceiling coving and wall mounted light.
Living Room 4.84m x 3.53m + 3.92m x 0.68m A generous sized and bright dual aspect room to the rear of the property. Two tall tilt and turn PVC windows offer impressive views of the rear garden and the surrounding picturesque countryside. Open fireplace with a wooden surround and tiled insert. A ‘cast iron wood burning Waterford stove' sits on a painted concrete hearth. The young trees at the bottom of the garden were planted with a view to pollarding at least some of them to provide on-site fuel. The chimney breast is flanked on both sides by two arched alcoves which have built-in storage cupboards at floor level. Timber glass panel French doors open out to a gravelled patio area.. Polished tongue and groove floorboards and ceiling coving.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 3.56m x 3.92m The kitchen area is fitted with Shaker-style wall and floor units with a part tiled backsplash, one-and-a-half bowl sink and Marble effect laminate worktops. Zanussi freestanding electric cooker. Fabula extractor fan, Beko larder fridge and dishwasher. The breakfast area can accommodate a table and chairs for daily family dining. Dual aspect with a Cottage style window overlooking the rear garden and a tall tilt and turn PVC window overlooking the front garden. A-Framed ceiling and tiled floor.
Rear Hall 2.23m x 1.41m Tiled floor and part tiled walls. Fitted shelving and coat hanging space. A solid wooden door gives access out to the front of the property.
Utility Room 2.23m x 2.38m Fitted sink with two drainers. Wall mounted shelving. Zanussi washing machine, Bosch tumble dryer and a Servis larder freezer. A tilt and turn PVC window overlooks the rear garden. Vinyl floor covering.
Master Bedroom 4.69m x 2.98m + 3.83m x 1.92m Exceptionally large and bright triple aspect room with a sloped ceiling with timber panelling. Polished tongue and groove floorboards. A large PVC sliding patio door open out to the rear garden and offers wonderful panoramic countryside views.
WC 0.72m x 1.79m Comprising a WC and a vanity unit with underneath storage and a tiled backsplash. Gable end window, wooden floor and extractor fan.
Boiler Room 2.25m x 1.49m The boiler room is located to the rear of the property and adjoins the shower room/guest WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing (including staircase) 0.77m x 3.54m + 2.56m x 0.56m A light filled area with two archways and a side window. Fitted carpet and a handrail.
Bedroom Two 4.09m x 3.30m + 2.27m x 0.56m A spacious and light filled dual aspect double room located to the front of the property. Sloped ceiling and polished tongue and groove floorboards. Door to storage closet.
Bedroom Three / Office 4.10m x 3.87m A large dual aspect double room (currently used as an office) positioned to the rear of the property. There are stunning views of the garden and the surrounding countryside. Sloped ceiling and polished tongue and groove floorboards. Built-in storage closets and access to a shelved hot-press.
Bathroom 1.71m x 2.01m Comprising a bath, WC and a vanity unit with underneath storage. Sloped ceiling and tiled floor. Gable end window.
BER Information
BER Number: 102561925
Energy Performance Indicator: 241.48 kWh/m²/yr
About the Area
Graiguenamanagh is located on the R705 regional road by the border with County Carlow on the River Barrow at the foot of Brandon Hill. It is home to Duiske Abbey, the largest and perhaps the finest of the thirty-four medieval Cistercian abbeys in Ireland. Kilbride Coaches operate a route linking the town to Kilkenny via Gowran.
Walking and hillclimbing are among the more popular pursuits of Graiguenamanagh area and with the South Leinster Way meandering through the lovely Barrow Valley and traversing nearby Brandon Hill, scope is provided for the a gentle stroll or a vigorous, day-long hike. The Barrow's aquatic facilities include fishing, swimming, kayaking and canoeing. Graigue, as th town is popularly known, is home to a rowing club and the two popular sporting clubs, the G.A.A and the soccer club, Highview Athletic.
In the centre of the town, its handsome modern library features a comprehensive Local History Section. It provides an Internet Service to the public and, in addition to its other functions, hosts periodic art exhibitions. The very active Graiguenamanagh Historical Society also sponsor a series of talks and lectures at this venue during the winter season. Adjacent to the library is The Abbey Centre, the home of a Christian Art Gallery and small museum. Here also for the genealogically inclined may be perused the Graiguenamanagh Parish Birth and Marriage Registers
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