(d2) Ashfield House, Archerstown, Durrow, Co. Laois, R32WY92

Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty
Overall Floor Area: 472 m² CBPM Real Estate introduces to the market, Ashfield House, a truly exquisite, 6 Bed / 5 Bath, that measures a staggering 471.84m2 (5078.84 sq. ft) of Country Lodge Design, that is nestled into its pastural, and woodland settings that spill over 3.0 hectares / 7.5 Acres of stunning views over the magnificent Laois Countryside of Durrow.

Built in the year of 2000, this property nestles into the hillside that overlooks a large paddock with a stable yard comprising of 3 loose boxes, a tack room and garage with roller doors. A short distance from the property is an outdoor arena with a sand base.

This property is positioned adjacent to the famous leafy loop walk that connects to an 8 mile circuit without roadwork, that is ideal for both canine and equine activities.

From the moment you step inside this home, the use and mix of traditional materials and contemporary design, with high ceiling heights, exposed stone walls, polished timber floors, split level design, curved passages, exposed beams, and a flow of light through each living area gives a warm and inviting atmosphere to this home.

Ashfield House represents a paragon of rural peace and tranquility and is most private and protected from the public road by a long sweeping graveled avenue with lighting lamps, grassy paddocks, mature trees, stone wall entrance and wooden fencing.

Easily accessible to Dublin City and Airport with the M7 Motorway only a 15 minute drive, brings the capital city to a commuting distance of a 45 minute drive.

The historic and picturesque town of Durrow stands in all its growth with its ever growing population and the famous Castle Durrow, that is an International known Hotel. With 5 rivers on its doorstep, Durrow has a great angling community famed for its wild brown trout and course fishing rivers, which include the River Nore, Erkina, Goul, Gully and Ovey.

Other attractions to include is the well known Bobs Bar that is situated on the banks of the Erkina River, with its old style, historic feel that dates back to 1832, along with its club of High Nelly Bikes and not to forget to mention the popular Scare Crow Festival that takes place every summer, certainly brings tourists from all over and puts Durrow on the map, and a community that people want to live in.

There are many golf courses close by to include The Heritage Championship Golf Course in Killenard, Abbeyleix, Rathdowney, Mountrath, & Kilkenny Golf Course.

Location is second to none and is ideally located for people that want the country lifestyle, but still want to be in easy reach of all amenities.

There is an authenticity to this Family Home, which is incredibly rare, and one just must step into this exquisite Home to fall in love with it.

Durrow 2km / 1.25 miles
Abbeyleix 10km / 6 miles
Portlaoise 27km / 17 miles
Naas 46km / 28 miles
Kilkenny City 26km / 16 miles
Cork City 152km / 95 miles
Dublin City 107km / 67 miles


Accommodation

Entrance Hall, 14.15m x 1.58m x 11.32m x 2.55m, Ceiling Height, 2.94m and 3.38m, polished wooden flooring, carpet, 3 step split level, feature wallpaper with high wall border, recess lights, alarm, 2 x hanging chandeliers, radiator covers, exposed wood beams, arch design windows, designer curtain pole and curtains.

Bedroom, 5.90m x 4.29m, polished wood flooring, curved wall, split level 3 steps, designer wooden pole and curtain, recess lights.

Sitting Room, 7.71m x 6.10m, split level from entrance hall to sitting room, feature exposed stone wall with step lighting, 2.02m x .88m. Polished wood flooring, feature stone fireplace with open solid fuel stove, recess lights, exposed wood beams, custom built fitted units, private passage to dining area, designer curtain pole and curtains. Ceiling Height 2.89m.

Dining Area, 6.81m x 5.87m, polished wood flooring, open plan, ceiling height 5.68m, exposed stone feature wall, double doors to a side garden, recess lights, feature hanging chandeliers x 3, skylights x 2, exposed wood beams, designer curtain pole and curtain, double doors to kitchen.

Kitchen / Living Area, Open Plan, 11.17m x 4.47m, tiled flooring, bespoke fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, gas range hob, large kitchen island with plumbed sink, hanging feature lights, tv point, high wall border, recess lights, carpet in living area, open solid fuel stove, tv point, recess lights, designer curtain pole and curtain, stone wall divider between kitchen and living area, exposed wood beam.

Pantry, 1.81m x .93m, tiled flooring, light fitting, shelved.

Hot Press, 1.35m x .78m, tiled flooring, light fitting, shelved.

Utility, 4.80m x 2.92m, tiled flooring, bespoke fitted kitchen units with integrated appliances, plumbed, sink, custom built storage units, cloakroom area with fitted cloak hooks, back door entry point, light fittings. Second Hot press, 1.40m x .91m, cylinder, shelved, light fitting.

Toilet, 1.98m x 1.56m, tiled floor, w.c, shower unit with hydramax shower, blind, w.h.b, fitted mirror, half wood paneling.

Bedroom, 5.29m x 3.30m, polished wooden flooring, in-built wardrobes, recess lights, light fitting, blind, designer curtain pole and curtain.

Bedroom, 4.07m x 2.91m, polished wooden flooring, light fitting, blind, designer curtain pole and curtain.

Main Guest Bathroom, 4.11m x 3.57m, wooden flooring, half wood wall panelling, double shower cubicle with triton shower, curved bath, designer w.h.b, tiled splash back, fitted mirror, recess lights, curtain, curtain poles, high level toilet old style, low style cistern.

Games Room Open Plan Second Floor, 8.03m x 5.93m, wooden flooring, overlooking dining area, recess lights velux windows, wood panel ceiling, attic entrance, double doors to master bedroom.

Master Bedroom, 9.34m x 5.55m, carpet, split level, steps down into bedroom, in – built sliding mirrored wardrobes, recess lights, feature wall, designer curtain pole and curtains. Split level steps up to ensuite.

Ensuite, 3.42m x 3.32m, fully walk in shower with aquastream shower, tiled flooring, recess lights, heated towel rail, feature fitted mirror with lighting, w.h.b, w.c, storage area, feature arch window.

2 Bed / 2 Bath self-contained living area with access from entrance hall through double doors.
Separate back door entry point.

Sitting Room, 6.51m x 4.23m, polished wooden flooring, feature windows, radiator cover, recess lights, designer curtain and poles, back door entry point.

Kitchen, 1.92m x 1.81m, tiled flooring, fitted kitchen with tiled splash back, integrated appliances, light fitting.

Bedroom, 6.16m x 4.45m, carpet, radiator cover, feature wallpaper with high wall border, exposed wood beam, recess lights, 4 x windows, chandelier.

Hall, 1.27m x .87, wooden flooring.

Walk In Wardrobe, 1.19m x 1.53m, wood flooring, recess lights, fitted shelving.

Toilet, 2.08m x 1.49m, tiled flooring, half wall tiled, shower cubicle with supajet shower, w.h.b, w.c, light fitting, skylight, fitted mirror.

Stairs, carpet.

Landing, 3.14m x 1.18m, carpet, light fitting.

Bedroom, 5.18m 3.41m, carpet, wall light fittings, recess lights, feature wallpaper, feature arch windows, curtain, and valance.

Walk In Wardrobe, 2.55m x 1.76m, carpet, velux window, wall light fitting.

Ensuite, 2.32m x 1.77m, tiled flooring, half wall tiled, shower cubicle with a triton shower, w.c, w.h.b, recess lights, fitted towel rails, fitted mirror with shaver light, storage area.

Outside Area

3 X Stables plus a Tack Room, 10.78m x 3.72m, electricity supplied and plumbed.

Shed with Roller Doors, 4.63m x 4.67, electricity supplied and plumbed.

Concrete yard with large entry point with gates.

Side Garden surrounded with boundary stone wall and entry points.

Large Log Cabin positioned to the back of this property, electricity supplied and plumbed.

Outdoor Flood Lighting.

Lamp Lighting on the Sweeping Driveway.

Position on 3 Hectares / 7.5 Acres.

Oil Fired Central Heating.

Septic Tank on Site.

Private Well Water.

Fully Alarmed.

High Speed Broadband.