Oldglass House, Grantstown, Rathdowney, Laois

€780,000

Beds	6 beds
Price	€780,000
Property Type	Detached House
Size	meters²
Energy Rating	BER-B2
Refreshed on	Mar 5, 2025
Eircode	R32YOE9
Group Name	CBPM Estate Agents and Letting Agents
Sales License Number	003307

Description

CBPM Real Estate brings to the open market, Oldglass House in Ballacolla, Co. Laois. This exquisite Family Home is a captivating blend of modern comfort and rural Irish charm, spread over 2 Acres. This expansive 3340 sq. ft. home boasts 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms across two floors. The ground floor spans 2260 sq. ft., while the upper level offers 180 sq. ft. of living space. The property's interior is a testament to thoughtful design, featuring vibrant colour schemes and artistic touches throughout. A striking entrance hallway, adorned with colourful artwork and a plush, red-carpeted staircase, sets the tone for the entire home. The living areas are particularly impressive, with one room showcasing a dramatic pink accent wall and a rustic brick fireplace housing a wood-burning stove. Another living space doubles as an art studio, with large windows providing ample natural light and picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated, with the primary bedroom measuring a generous 270 sq. ft. Modern bathrooms feature glass shower enclosures and stylish fixtures. The home's layout includes multiple living rooms, a combined kitchen and dining area, and ample hallway space for easy navigation. Externally, the property is equally impressive. A gravel driveway leads through a stone-walled entrance, framed by mature trees, creating a grand approach to the house. The exterior features a mix of traditional and contemporary elements, with a striking blue facade and large windows. A patio area extends from the house, perfect for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the serene rural setting. This unique property successfully marries the comforts of modern living with the tranquillity of its countryside location, offering a truly distinctive Irish home experience. It has a fantastic location, as it is only a 3 minute drive to the M7 & M8 Motorway, which means that the major town of Portlaoise is only a 20 minute journey and Dublin a 1 hour drive. The town of Rathdowney with its excellent primary and secondary schools, golf course, large supermarkets is only a 10 minute drive away. Main House Downstairs Hall – 5.01m² – Solid wood floor, light fitting, mirror. Sitting room – 20.76m² – Solid wood floor, recessed lighting, radiator covers, solid fuel stove. TV Room – 31.52m² – Solid wood floor, recessed lighting, soldi fuel stove, chandelier, blind, skylights. Kitchen / dining room – 44.36m² – Tiled floor, recessed lighting, fitted cabinets with wooden work top, blinds, sky lights, kitchen island with granite work top, 7 burner gas cooker, extractor. Utility – 6.33m² – Tiled floor, recessed lighting, skylight, shelving units. Hallway – 1.19m² – Solid wood floor, light fitting. Master bedroom hallway – 4.67m² – Solid wood floor, recessed lighting, radiator cover, shelving unit. Master bedroom – 21.85m² – Laminate floor, recessed lighting, curtain rail, blind. Dressing room / Walk-In-Wardrobe – 9.66m² – Laminate floor, recessed lighting, fitted wardrobes, fitted mirrors. Bathroom – 8.22m² – Tiled floor, double shower cubicle, recessed lighting, fitted cabinet, fitted mirror, w.c., w.h.b., blind, Triton electric shower, Mira Vigour electric shower. Upstairs Stairs & Landing – Carpet, light fitting. Bathroom – 3.85m² – Fully tiled, blind, light fitting, shower cubicle, electric shower, w.h.b., w.c., fitted cabinet. Bedroom 2 – 10.27m² - Wooden floor, light fitting, curtain rail. En-Suite – 3.94m² – Fully Tiled, light fitting, fitted bath, w.c., w.h.b., fitted cabinet, fitted mirror. Walk-In-Wardrobe – 3.13m² – Wooden floor, shelving units, light fitting. Bedroom 3 – 8.84m² – Laminate floor, light fitting, curtain rail, fitted mirror-wardrobe. Bedroom 4 – 8.96m² - Laminate floor, light fitting, curtain rail, fitted mirror-wardrobe. Second House Downstairs Sitting Room / Kitchenette – 38.54m² – Laminate flooring, recessed lighting, solid fuel fireplace, fitted hob, wall oven, extractor, fitted cabinets. Garden Room – 19.80m² – Laminate floor, recessed lighting, light fitting. Art Studio – 42.48m² – Laminate flooring, recessed lighting, solid fuel stove. Upstairs Staircase / landing – Wooden stairs, laminate flooring, recessed lights, skylights. Bedroom 5 – 13m² – Laminate flooring, recessed lighting, curtain rail, wardrobe. Bathroom – 3.41m² – Tiled floor, recessed lighting, blind, w.h.b., w.c., fitted mirror, fitted cabinet, shower cubicle, electric shower. Bedroom 6 – 17.81m² – Laminate flooring, recessed lighting, curtain rail, wardrobe. Outbuildings Garden Shed – 12m² Games Room, Store Shed Long Shed, 3 separate spaces. Long Shed, Boiler House, Gym space. Open Haybarn. Extra Features 2 separate boilers for each house. 6.4 Kw of Solar. South Facing. Double Glazed Windows. Water Softener. Treatment Plan upgraded and new. Water is on the group scheme. Main House was built in 1907, and the 2nd House was constructed in 1989. The deck with a pergola includes a hot tub. Impressive B2 Energy Rating. Planning Permission is granted for a 2 Storey Dwelling. Planning Number is 24/60100 and Planning Number 24/60756.

BER Details

BER: B2 BER No.116094913 Energy Performance Indicator:106.87 kWh/m²/yr

Description

BER Details

BER: B2 BER No.116094913 Energy Performance Indicator:106.87 kWh/m²/yr