Hill House And Blueberry Cottage, Blacklion, Co. Cavan F91 F7Y7

This beautifully restored sandstone farmhouse and cottage come to the market in fabulous condition both inside and out. Nestling in the foothills of Ben Mountain on the Glenfarne Plateau, Hill House and Blueberry Cottage are a pair of distinctive stone properties comprised of a traditional farmhouse and archetypal cottage, both restored and refurbished to a high standard.

Located in the Lake District of Ireland, Blacklion is situated between Upper and Lower Lough Macnean and nestled on the borders of Cavan, Leitrim, and Fermanagh. The region is a haven for wildlife and lake fishing with Upper Lough Macnean renowned for fine course fishing. The nearby village of Blacklion (7km) is conveniently located with shops, pharmacy, pubs, and the five-star Macnean House, Restaurant and Cookery School. A short drive to Manorhamilton provides further amenities including shops, banks, and restaurants.

HILL HOUSE

Hill House is a tastefully restored, high energy rated farmhouse, refurbished to an excellent standard. Situated in a true rural landscape with beautiful views the property offers an outdoor lifestyle, nature and a country life. A pleasant driveway leads to the front of the properties where ample parking is available. On entering the property via the entrance hall, a boot room leads to the sitting room with French oak floors, southwest panoramic windows and a Nestor Martin wood burning stove. It is a bright, homely space ideal for family living and entertaining. This area takes full advantage of the pretty garden and benefits by passive solar gain. Off the boot room, there is a utility room, toilet and shower room. The sitting room leads through to the spacious attractive kitchen dining area with a Rayburn. The bedroom accommodation is set out over two floors incorporating three bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor, and a ground floor guest bedroom en suite. Hill House has been featured in many magazines and articles, including Irish Home and Garden.

BLUEBERRY COTTAGE

Blueberry Cottage is a delightful sandstone cottage. Accessed by a separate driveway, the property comprises 3 en-suite bedrooms, all with separate entrances. Each bedroom is uniquely named Lily, Viola, and Peony. A large garden room overlooking the wildlife pool provides a spectacular view. The living space is an open plan design and includes kitchen, dining and living room area with a wood stove. This quiet countryside haven has been featured in Green Door Inspirational Homes Ireland and featured among The Sunday Times 20 best places to stay in Ireland.

OUTBUILDINGS

Various outbuildings on the grounds include a Cambridge greenhouse and large 3-bay barn and stable.

GARDENS

Set on grounds of about 5 acres, wonderful gardens and woodland surround both properties featuring mature oaks and specimen trees. The gardens are wonderfully laid out with wild fauna and flowers. A wildlife haven, the gardens and pond attracts newts, frogs, dragonflies, beetles, hoverflies, and bees. There is an abundance of birds including hawks, herons, and buzzards. Wildflowers in the adjoining fields and meadows add to the colourful scene and seasonal rare orchids can be found in the lower streamside meadow.

TURBARY RIGHTS

Hill House is currently sold with rights to cut turf from a mountain site close to the property.