Lot 5446413, (2) The Paddocks, Friarsinch, Bleach Road, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95X5XW

Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty
Overall Floor Area: 243 m² The Paddocks, Friarsinch, Bleach Road is a premium family home on a secluded and elevated sun-drenched site (circa 0.85 Acre / 0.34 Hectares).
There is an option to purchase 21 Acres / 8.49 Hectares of land adjoining the property.


The property is superbly located in the townland of Friarsinch on Bleach Road which is one Kilkenny's most sought-after location. Properties very rarely come to the market due its leafy and convenient countryside setting yet only minutes' away from the Kilkenny city centre.

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial family home providing the ideal retreat to return to from the hustle and bustle of daily working-life.

The Paddocks extends to 243 Sq. M. / 2,616 Sq. Ft. approx. spanning over two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall with stairs to lower ground floor level, living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, four generous sized double bedrooms (master with en-suite), main bathroom and a separate WC. The layout at lower ground floor level comprises: hall area, bedroom five, walk-in closet, bathroom and a study/home office.


GARDENS AND GROUNDS:
The Paddocks sits peacefully on a secluded and sloped site extending to circa 0.85 Acre / 0.34 Hectares of secluded and mature sun-drenched gardens. The property is well shielded from the road with mature trees, hedging and shrubs. A sweeping tarmacadamed drive leads down to the front and side of the property at ground floor level and at lower ground floor level. There is parking for several cars in both areas. A detached garage (measuring 46 Sq. M. / 495 Sq. Ft. approx.) is accessed through vehicular double doors and is complete with power and plug sockets. A sun-drenched south-west facing patio area accessed from the living room is perfect for al-fresco dining and entertaining. This area has stunning views of the rear garden and the adjoining lands and countryside. The large and private sunny south-west facing rear garden at lower level is fully fenced with timber post and rail fencing. This area is laid mainly in lawn and is perfect as a secure children's play area.

LOCATION:
Friarsinch, Bleach Road is a most sought-after location in Kilkenny City where properties rarely come to the market. The location is just 3km/1.8 miles from Kilkenny City Centre. Bleach Road is located just off Greenshill and Castlecomer Road and runs parallel with the River Nore. Kilkenny provides all the essential services and amenities, and the Newpark Hotel is situated just minutes' walk away, together with Kilkenny College, and all of Kilkenny town services and amenities within very easy access. Kilkenny Golf Club just off Castlecomer Road is in very close proximity.

The Paddocks is perfectly placed to enjoy all the benefits of city life within a private and secluded location. The Ring Road and M9 Motorway are just a few minutes' away, allowing easy access to all routes and arteries with the added benefit of bus and train services very close by.

Viewing of this fine family home is highly recommended.

Full sales details available from joint selling agents Sherry Fitzgerald McCreery and Donohoe Town and Country.

ACCOMMODATION - FLOOR AREA: 243 Sq. M. / 2,616 Sq. Ft. approx.

GROUND FLOOR LEVEL

Open Porch: A short flight of steps from the driveway lead down to an open porch.

Entrance Hall: A solid wooden door with glass side panels opens into a spacious and bright L shaped entrance hall with two feature archways. Built-in closet with coat hanging space and shelving. Wooden floor, ceiling coving and recessed lighting. Double doors to a shelved hot press. Staircase to lower ground floor level. Double glass panel doors with steps down to the living room.

Living Room: Impressive and exceptionally large sun-drenched sunken room with stunning views of the rear garden and adjoining lands. Five steps lead up to the entrance hall area. PVC French doors flanked by large glass side panels open out to a sunny west facing patio area. Larch polished tongue and groove floorboards. Open fireplace with a wooden mantel beam and stone hearth, fitted with a multi-fuel stove. Ceiling coving, wall mounted lighting and directional ceiling lighting. Five steps lead up to double arched glass panel doors giving access to the formal dining room.

Dining Room: A sun-drenched and spacious dual aspect room with lovely views of the garden and adjoining lands. Double glass panel doors lead through to the kitchen/breakfast room. A Waterford Stanley multi-fuel stove sits on a raised tiled hearth. Fitted carpet.

Kitchen/ Breakfast Room: A fine sized and light filled open plan room with views of the front garden, driveway and side garden. The kitchen area is fitted with an extensive range of fitted floor to ceiling wall and floor units with a tiled backsplash and Granite effect laminate countertops. Beko electric double oven, Belling five ring electric ceramic hob. Integrated extractor fan. Indesit dishwasher, Whirlpool washing machine, Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezer. A large breakfast has space for up to five stools. The breakfast area can accommodate a large table and chairs for family dining. Wooden floor throughout.

Master Bedroom: A generous sized master bedroom positioned to the rear of the property. Fitted carpet and built-in wardrobes. Ceiling coving and recessed lighting.

En-Suite: Comprising a tiled stand-in enclosed double shower cubicle fitted with a Triton AS200XT thermostatic power shower. WC and a vanity unit with underneath storage, wall mounted mirror and shaving light. Fully tiled walls with PVC cladding on the outside wall. Window to the rear of the property.

Bedroom Two: A large double room located to the front of the property. Built-in wardrobes and fitted carpet.

Bedroom Three: A good sized double room positioned to the front of the property. Fitted carpet and built-in wardrobe with adjoining dressing table.

Bedroom Four: A double bedroom located to the front of the property. Built-in wardrobes and fitted carpet.

Bathroom: Comprising a bath fitted with a Triton T90si pumped electric shower and a glass shower screen. Fitted vanity unit with underneath storage and wall mounted LED mirror. Part tiled walls and wooden floor. Window to the rear of the property.

Separate WC: Comprising a WC and a wash hand basin. Wooden floor and part tiled walls. Window to the rear of the property.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR LEVEL

Stairs and hall area : Tiled floor and fitted carpet on the stairs. Window to the front of the property.

Bedroom Five: A spacious and bright room with tall south facing window overlooking the side garden and lower driveway. Fitted carpet and recessed lighting. A PVC glass panel door gives access out to the side of the property.

Walk-in Closet: Fitted carpet.

Bathroom: Plumbing is in place for shower, WC and a wash hand basin. Fitted carpet.

Study / Home Office: A versatile and spacious room to the rear with a west facing aspect. Fitted carpet.

SERVICES:
Oil fired central heating
Own private septic tank
Mains water

These particulars and photographs are for guidance purposes only and do not form part of any contract. Whilst care has been taken in their preparation we do not hold ourselves responsible for any inaccuracies. They are based on the understanding that all negotiations will be conducted through this firm.