The Grange, Piperstown, Drogheda, Co. Louth

€1,850,000

Beds	6 beds
Price	€1,850,000
Property Type	Detached House
Size	687 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-B1
Refreshed on	Dec 18, 2024
Eircode	A92P9K0
Group Name	DNG Country Homes & Estates
Sales License Number	004017

Description

“The Grange” at Piperstown, Drogheda, Co. Louth, A92P9K0 5 beds plus office and 6 bathrooms. House Area: c. 691.15 sq m/ 7440 sq ft Plus double garage with first floor storage c. 116 s m / 1250 sq ft Site area: c. 1.2Ha / 2.96 acres A truly impressive period style home extending to c. 691 sq m, set on manicured grounds of c. 2.96 acres. Approached by a treelined avenue flanked by stud rail, and set behind imposing security gates, The Grange at Piperstown is a magnificent home, one of immense scale and superior finishes. Nestled into the rolling countryside, this home is impeccably designed, both inside and outside. The landscaped grounds are accessed by French doors and include multiple outdoor dining and lounging areas, with extensive sandstone paving and a large hot tub. Parking is ample and in addition, there is a detached double garage which also includes additional storage at the upper level. With limestone steps leading to the Georgian style hardwood front door with fanlight over, first impressions are of old-world grandeur and tasteful design. The traditional style hardwood sash windows, painted in a rich dark green are striking against the subtle and muted tones of the painted façade (maintenance free). Upon entering The Grange, one is immediately struck by the breathtaking entrance foyer, complete with magnificent “cast in position” spiral staircase to the first floor, which is 6 ft wide at the bottom and reduces to 4 ft wide at top. This stunning feature showcases expert workmanship with its curved balustrade and ornate spindles and each riser is complete with bretten concrete slabs and underfloor heating on each step. There is timeless integrated storage positioned to either side of entrance door and a mahogany fireplace surround with slate and brass insert and electric fire to warm your guests as they enter. The foyer enjoys perfect symmetry, with entrances to both the drawing room and the dining room, finished with moulded architraves, positioned immediately opposite one another. Harking back to a bygone era, the interior design of the drawing room is complete with 12-inch skirting, wooden panelling, ornate ceiling rose and coving, brass sockets, 12 ft ceiling height and an outstanding marble fireplace with gas fire. The floors are finished in a rich walnut effect tiled floor and the room also includes 5 AMP sockets in the floor. The dining room is magnificent with a bespoke painted finish to the walls and double doors leading through to the kitchen, which is stunning in design and finish. They say that the heart of the home is the kitchen and at The Grange, a lot of care has gone into the design of this high quality, hand painted in-frame solid hardwood kitchen. It features a splendid granite countertop and upstand, double Belfast sinks with filter tap, a four oven aga with hot plate (which runs off gas), integrated Neff appliances, a Liebherr Wine Cooler and two dishwashers. Other details include waste disposal unit, integrated tall fridge, an integrated ironing board in the central island, a full height pantry press and an integrated coffee machine and soft lighting. The utility/ boot room/ comms room also features painted kitchen cupboards, a quartz countertop, integrated washing machine and tumble dryer and integrated freezer, charcoal BBQ grill and two ring hob, ideal for food preparation next to the outdoor dining area. A useful feature is a laundry chute from the first floor. A luxurious lounge is accessed from the kitchen, and this is a bright and spacious room with a feature fireplace, complete with gas fire and French doors accessing the gardens. A luxurious lounge is accessed from the kitchen, and this is a bright and spacious room with a feature fireplace, complete with gas fire and French doors accessing the gardens. The ground floor of The Grange also includes a spacious bedroom suite, ideal for visiting guests. This bedroom is complete with an ensuite which features extensive, neutral porcelain wall and floor tiling, a 1200 shower tray, stylish Jacuzzi sanitary ware and heated towel rail and mirror. The Grange also boasts a large cinema room at ground floor level, ideal for those fantastic movie nights. This room is perfectly equipped with surround sound and an overhead projector screen, which can be retracted when not in use. This is a versatile room located beside the downstairs bedroom and could serve multiple purposes. The ground floor also includes a separate home office overlooking the gardens and a guest WC, finished Villeroy & Bosch sanitary ware and an exquisite walnut vanity unit. The stunning spiral staircase leads one to the first floor landing which, in itself, makes a statement. This unique space includes a charming seating area, complete with bespoke cabinetry. Positioned overlooking the tranquil grounds, it is designed to be somewhere where one can relax and take in the surrounding countryside or immerse yourself in a good book. First Floor: One of the many standout features of this home is the master bedroom suite, which is exceptionally spacious and features a luxurious dressing room with rich walnut custom designed cabinetry. The master bedroom's ensuite bathroom is also luxuriously finished with porcelain tiling, two heated towel rails, oval shaped jacuzzi bath, separate double shower and double sink unit. The main bathroom at The Grange is also sumptuous in design, with classical finishes. Features include brass bathroom fittings, a cast-iron, free-standing bath, traditional style sanitary ware and radiator with brass towel rail. There are a further three bedrooms at the first-floor level, each complete custom designed fitted wardrobes and each with an ensuite bathroom. The first-floor office is a large, light filled room, finished with built-in storage units and cleverly designed workspaces, ideal for the home office hub, or an alternative use such as a home gym or exercise studio. This room is versatile and could also be used as a sixth bedroom. Second floor: The games room at the top of the house is a space that every family needs. It is large enough to home a full-sized snooker table, whilst still having enough space for a lounge area. There is also a useful storeroom off the games room Featuring solid white oak flooring. Outside: Site area c. 1.2 Ha / 2.96 acres of manicured lawns, gravel driveway, flanked by lime trees and stud rail, large, paved patio areas for dining, lounging and including a hot tub. Sandstone paving to patios Hot and cold taps outside. Outside sound system Double garage with storage level above. Plant room. Ornate cast iron lantern style 12 ft high outdoor lights. Bespoke electronically controlled security gates. Features Detached manor style house c. 7400 sq ft laid out over three floors with detached double garage c. 2.96 acres of grounds. BER B1 Five bedrooms plus study/ sixth bedroom, each with ensuite bathroom. Four reception rooms, two offices and games room. Six bathrooms, each finished to exemplary standards and guest WC. Painted hardwood sash windows and doors. Georgian style front door with fanlight. Traditional four panel hardwood internal doors with overhead fanlight, brass door furniture and classically moulded architraves. 12ft ceiling height to ground floor. 10ft ceiling height to first floor. Geothermal Heating (each room is thermostatically controlled). Underfloor heating throughout, both ground & First floor Top floor heated by radiators. Porcelain floor tiles throughout Efficient / low running costs. AGA range, run on gas. Gas or electric powered fires insert in each fireplace. Surround sound system throughout. Enhanced electrical specification including 5 AMP sockets floor sockets and dimmer switches. GSM Security System and electronic security gates. Beam central vacuum. Concrete floors first floor. Bespoke concrete staircase. Three phase electric with back-up generator. Serviced by its own fresh water well with a water purification and water softener system. On site septic tank and percolation area. Location: 6 minutes drive from the famous Mary McAleese Boyne Valley cable bridge on the M1 motorway. 10 km to Junction 10 on M1 motorway 8km to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital 10 Km to Drogheda McBride Train Station (Dart+ line to be extended from Malahide to Drogheda) 50km to Dublin Airport 115km to Belfast City. 11km from County Louth Golf Course known as "Baltray", ranked one of the top ten golf courses in Ireland. 8.5km from Termonfeckin Beach BER: B1 Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment. Joint selling agents: Gemma Lanigan BA MIPAV, Partner, DNG Country Homes & Estates. Tel: +353 (01) 4912600 Mobile: +353 (087) 4182967 Email: gemmalanigan@dng.ie Donal Brady, DNG Brady, Tel: +353 (041) 98099999 Mobile: +353 (087) 2257533 Email: admin@dngbrady.ie

Accommodation

BER Details

BER: B1

Negotiator

Gemma Lanigan

Description

Accommodation

BER Details

BER: B1

Negotiator

Gemma Lanigan