Lot 5448640, (2) 9 Oldtown, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95NPN4

Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty
Overall Floor Area: 485 m² Warren McCreery Property are delighted to introduce 'Garvilla House' to the market, a substantial detached residence located within the exclusive Oldtown development, conveniently situated just outside Kilkenny City. Built in 2009 and extending 485m2 (5,220 sq.ft), Garvilla House has been finished to the highest of specification throughout and offers the discerning purchaser a beautifully appointed home in the most desirable of locations.

Entered via a tree lined avenue with gated stone pillared entrance, it is immediately evident that the gated community of Oltown offers great seclusion and security. It is seldom that properties within this exclusive development come to the market and Garvilla House is a very fine example of the quality craftsmanship which is very much in keeping with its fine surroundings.

Situated on a generous plot of circa. 2.3 acres, this architect designed home has been strategically placed to make the most of its enviable south and west facing gardens. Entering the grounds, a stone pillared entrance with a sweeping tarmacadam driveway surrounded with beautifully manicured lawns, shrubs, mature beech trees and carefully attended hedging all set the prequel for what lies beyond.

Visually appealing, the classic look front elevation has been finished in a mix of 'Old York' style brick, panelled sash windows, Portuguese limestone and an ivory monocouche render. The rear elevation is a successful marriage between the traditional and modern look with extensive walled glazing spanning two floors, designed to take full advantage of the sunny orientation and illuminating the rear living areas.

Entering the property, a well-proportioned entrance hall with cream tiled floors and an opulent winding concrete staircase is encased with mahogany footers is most impressive. In to the right, a beautifully appointed lounge with recessed spot lighting, double glazed hardwood sash windows, wide plank French oak floors and a feature Portuguese limestone fireplace enjoy a dual aspect orientation to the outside gardens. Directly across the hallway, a second reception featuring a matching limestone fireplace has similar features to that of the lounge.

The successful marriage between the classic and modern build is particularly evident to the rear of the house where the open plan kitchen /dining and sunroom areas span the entire rear elevation. The floor to ceiling glass panel walls stretches from ground to first floor and take full advantage of the bright south west facing orientation. Definitely a cook's kitchen, the attractive bespoke wall and floor units are finished in a mix of impressive Walnut & Ivory gloss, while the work surfaces are of Walnut and Ivory granite. An all-important kitchen island with an impressive array of clever storage facilities is fitted with various high-grade appliances. There are a further three rooms off the kitchen area to include a games room and office, facing the front and side gable.

The first floor comprises a bright and spacious landing with luxury cream carpets, large walk-in hot press and a stairway providing access to the second floor. The attention to detail continues with a series of doors leading to five large double bedrooms, two of which are ensuite and a large family bathroom.

The master bedroom is most impressive with a vaulted ceiling and large bay window overlooking the rear gardens. A relaxing mezzanine area off the master bedroom overlooks the sunroom on the ground floor, while a very generous walk-in wardrobe is fitted with extensive open wardrobes. A large ensuite shower-room is accessed via the walk-in wardrobe and is finished in high quality wall and floor tiling to include bespoke Duravit & Grohe sanitaryware.

All of the bedrooms enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and are finished to the highest of standards with Tuscan oak floors, built in wardrobes and recessed lighting. The second floor houses two further large double bedrooms both of which have ensuite bathrooms.

OUTSIDE:
The mature grounds of Garvilla house are more than generous extending circa. 2.2 acres of wonderfully appointed lawns, mature trees and carefully chosen shrubs. A gate pillared entrance with a winding tarmacadam driveway is bordered with pruned hedge grow and planting. A real oasis of calm, the rear gardens enjoy an enviable east, south and west facing orientation ensuring good sunlight throughout the day. An extensive cobble lock patio is situated off the sunroom area and is bordered by a Buxus hedging and water feature. For those with green fingers, the current owners have installed some raised beds and small glass house. On the western elevation, a detached double port garage is finished with a similar render and finish to the main house and seamlessly blends in to its surroundings.

LOCATION:
The Oldtown estate is synonymous in Kilkenny for its accessibility and privacy with a select number of homes neatly tucked away on individual private sites. Located immediately adjacent to the Kells Road (R697), Oldtown enjoys an extensive local road network. Kilkenny City with its numerous facilities to include high street shops, famous eateries, castles, schools and hospitals are a 5 minute drive away, while junction 8 of the M9 Motorway at Danesfort is just 4.5km away. The picturesque village of Kells is just 6km from the property. The following schools are also within easy reach; CBS Secondary School, St. Kieran's College Secondary School, Kilkenny College, Loreto Secondary School, Presentation Secondary School, and several Primary Schools to include Burnchurch Primary School nearby.

From the top to the bottom, nothing in this fine home has been overlooked. The property has a group scheme water supply with an on-site private waste water treatment system. The heating system is geothermal underground coupled with a heat recovery system giving the property a very respectable B1 energy rating.

This modern family home really has been impeccably finished and leaves little or nothing to do for the lucky new owners.

Viewing is highly recommended, call Warren or Jackie on 056 7702000 or see www.warrenmccreery.Ie for further details.

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Features:

Extra large plot of circa. 2.3 acres
Extensive 7 bedroom residence of c.485 sq.m. (c.5,220 sq.ft)
Detached 2 port garage
Geothermal under floor heating to ground & first floors
Heat Recovery System (no vents)
Concrete ground and concrete first floor
Extra High 3m floor to ceiling heights
Extra High 2.4m internal doors
Bespoke fitted kitchen with granite worktops
Concrete staircase encased in mahogany
Portugese Limestone Fireplaces
Duravit & Grohe sanitaryware
Annual Management Fee 2023 - €1,000

Accommodation:

Ground Floor:

Entrance Hall:
2.67m x 7.40m
Impressive entrance with cream tiled floors, bespoke staircase to first floor and 3m high ceilings incorporating recessed spot lighting.

Lounge Room:
4.92m x 4.45m
Wide plank French floors
Feature Portuguese limestone fireplace
Recessed lights
Double glazed hardwood sash windows
Overlooking front gardens

Living Room:
4.89m x 6.60m
Wide plank French floors
Ceiling molding
Feature Portuguese limestone fireplace
Recessed lights
Double glazed hardwood sash windows
Overlooking front garden and gable end

Guest WC:
3.35m x 1.47m
High quality Grohe bathroom ware
Cream tiled floors

Open plan Kitchen, Sunroom, Dining room:
Kitchen 5.93m x 6.18m
Sunroom 3.26m x 4.41m
Dining Room 3.10m x 4.38m
Attractive bespoke wall and floor units are finished in a mix of impressive Walnut & Ivory gloss, while the work surfaces are of Walnut and Ivory granite. An all-important kitchen island with an impressive array of clever storage facilities and appliances to include;
2 double ovens, built in microwave,
wine chiller, ceramic hob & extractor
all manufactured by top brands such
as De Dietrich, Neff & Liebherr

Utility:
4.88m x 2.29m
Extensive fitted wall and floor units with
stainless steel sink and appliances
Door to rear gardens

Computer Room/Office:
4.43m x 2.75m
Solid timber floors with structural glass blocks providing natural light from the sunroom area.

Games Room:
3.78m x 3.61m
Oak floors, recessed lights
Dual aspect orientation to the rear and side gardens. Door leading to front office.

Office:
3.76m x 3.75m
Oak floors, recessed lights
Dual aspect orientation to front and side gardens

First Floor:

Hallway:
9.87m x 1.64m
Spacious corridors and landing with luxurious cream carpet floors

Master Bedroom:
5.92m x 5.46m
Impressive vaulted ceiling with
impressive recessed lighting and chandelier
large bay window & cream carpets

Mezzanine:
2.78m x 4.05m
Located directly off the master bedroom, this bright area is ideal for relaxing and overlooks the sunroom area below.

Walk in Wardrobe:
4.49m x 3.13m
Extra-large wardrobe with fitted shelving & storage
Cream carpets & recessed lighting. The ensuite shower is accessed via the walk-in wardrobe.

Ensuite:
3.91 x 2.42m
Large room with fully tiled walls and floors to include shower cubicle with chrome stilt 'his & hers' sink units .

Bedroom 1:
3.21m x 5.11m
Double room, Oak timber floors with built in wardrobes

Bedroom 2:
4.58m x 4.05m
Double room, Oak timber floors with built in wardrobes

Family Bathroom:
4.19m x 4.26m

Bedroom 3:
4.21m x 4.28m
Double room, Oak timber floors with built in wardrobes

Bedroom 4:
3.91m x 3.82m
Double room, Oak timber floors with built in wardrobes

Ensuite:
3.89 x 1.37m

Second Floor:

Bedroom 5:
3.22m x 5.91m
Double room, Cream carpet floors and aspect to

Wardrobe:
1.48m x 2.99m

Ensuite:
2.32m 3.34m
Fully tiled with high quality
sanitaryware wc whb double shower cubicle

Bedroom 6:
6.91m x 4.49m
Double room, Cream carpets

Ensuite:
1.64m x 2.38m
Timber floors, wc, whb, shower cubicle
with chrome glass, shower doors
part tiled walls & power shower