The Old School House, Fontstown Lower, Kilcullen, Kildare

Sold

Beds	4 beds
Price	Sold
Property Type
Size	230 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
Refreshed on
Eircode	R14CR74
Group Name	DNG Doyle
Sales License Number	001393

Description

DNG Doyle is truly delighted to present to the market "The Old School House," Fontstown Lower, Old Dublin Rd, located halfway between Kilcullen and Athy, Co. Kildare. Formally a Church of Ireland Boys and Girls Schoolhouse with teachers residence built in c.1850. The current family purchased the property in a dilapidated state in 1993. Within a year the builder father and architect daughter had created an unique award winning home. Points of note throughout include original large stone flag flooring, double height ceilings, bay windows, southerly facing living room, hardwood hand cut eaves and double detached garage to name but a few of the amazing features on show. This property comprises of front reception hall, large living/dining room, rear entrance lobby area, guest bathroom, family room, walk in pantry, utility room, kitchen/breakfast, upstairs is a large landing, 4 bed rooms, en-suite, walk in linen cup board and a main family bathroom. The property is set in this exclusive area and is extremely convenient to the M7 motorway providing direct access to Dublin City Centre. Local towns include Newbridge, Naas, Kilcullen and Athy. The Arrow train service is available from Athy and Kildare. There is a range of primary and secondary schools (including private schools) within the vicinity. Shops, creches, churches, supermarkets, restaurants, bars and stylish boutiques are also close by. Horse racing and golf enthusiasts can enjoy the action at The Curragh, Punchestown and Naas racecourses or Kilkea Castle Hotel and Golf Resort, The Curragh, Palmerstown House, Tulfarris Golf club and the renowned K Club. There are many health and leisure centres/spas within the area, or take a stroll around the rolling acres of the Curragh. The grounds have ample parking for several cars. Nestled on just under c.1 acre of grounds with mature trees and hedge boundaries. These grounds are in excellent condition and colourful throughout the year with various trees and plants including spider monkey tree, cherry blossoms and lilac planted in various corners. Located in the grounds is the remains of an Old Victorian coach house which is ideal as an evening seating area with an original cobble stone floor and an archway which creates a fabulous addition to the garden. The Garage was built in c.1990's using stone original to the site for the façade and with original window to the side, double hardwood doors to front and a Velux window for ample natural light. This is an ideal work shed or for a variety of uses to include conversion to a home office as same is wired for electricity.

Description

DNG Doyle is truly delighted to present to the market

Rooms

Features

Victorian Detached Home RIAI Award Winning Home Built c.1850 c.1 Acre of Landscaped Grounds Fully Renovated in c.1990's Dual Central Heating (Wamsler solid fuel Stove and Oil) Group Water Scheme and Well Water. Septic Tank Ample Parking Stunning Property Highly Convenient Location Detached En-Suite Walk in Pantry Utility Room Double Height Ceilings Built in Neff Appliances.

Features

Victorian Detached HomeBuilt c.1850c.1 Acre of Landscaped GroundsFully Renovated in c.1990'sDual Central Heating (Wamsler Stove and Oil)Group Water Scheme and Well Water.Septic TankAmple ParkingStunning PropertyHighly Convenient Loc ...

BER Details

BER: Exempt

Directions

Use Eircode

Viewing Details

Strictly by prior appointment.

Description

DNG Doyle is truly delighted to present to the market

Rooms

Features

BER Details

BER: Exempt

Directions

Use Eircode

Viewing Details

Strictly by prior appointment.