Lot: 1,
Ballynapierce House & Gate Lodge
For Sale by Public and Online Auction on July 10th 2025.
Ballynapierce House – An Elegant Period Residence on 41.25 Acres
Step back in time with Ballynapierce House, a captivating early 19th-century period residence steeped in history and set on approximately 41.25 acres (16.69 hectares) of prime land. Complete with a charming gate lodge and a wealth of original features, this remarkable property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a country estate of stature and distinction.
Approached by a sweeping, mature tree-lined avenue, Ballynapierce House exudes character and grace. Originally constructed in the early 1800s, the home has been extended over time and holds a rich heritage — once the residence of Captain Archibald Jacob (linked to the 1798 Rebellion), it later housed Overington Bolton in 1853 and the prominent De Burgh family in the late 19th century. In 1900, the property served as a Benedictine school before being passed through several custodians, with the current owners in place since 1968.
The main house boasts graciously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, and exquisite decorative features such as original cornicing and ceiling roses. On the ground floor, you’ll find a grand drawing room, formal dining room, and a spacious living room – all ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is located to the rear, accompanied by an exceptionally large utility room.
Upstairs, the first floor offers five generously sized double bedrooms (1 ensuite). The second floor features two additional bedrooms, perfect for extended family, guests, or adaptable use.
Beyond the main house, the estate includes a two-bedroom gate lodge situated at the entrance – in need of refurbishment, yet brimming with potential. The grounds are enhanced by a range of outbuildings, including large stables and multiple sheds, supporting equestrian or agricultural pursuits.
The land is of top quality, currently under grass and divided into well-maintained paddocks – offering excellent potential for farming, equine or leisure use.
The property is situated a approximately five minutes drive from Enniscorthy town and very convenient to the M11 motorway. Ballynapierce House is approximately ninety minutes from Dublin Airport and little more than thirty minutes from Rosslare Europort.
Whether you’re looking for a stunning family home, an equestrian haven, or a project rich in heritage, Ballynapierce House presents a unique and rare opportunity to own a piece of Irish history in an idyllic rural setting.
Contact the office to register your interest today.
Important Info / Terms and Conditions
TERMS & CONDITIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
• Viewing:
If you wish to view the property, you should contact Sherry FitzGerald O’Leary Kinsella on 0539430088. We will facilitate you and arrange access for you and/or your surveyor.
• Description Of Property:
The particulars contained in our brochure / advertising / social media are issued by Sherry FitzGerald O’Leary Kinsella on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through them. All descriptions, dimensions, etc., included in the particulars, and any statements made by Sherry FitzGerald O’Leary Kinsella or our representatives, are made in good faith and are not intended to form a basis for any Contract. Any intending purchaser should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but should satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of same before committing themselves to a Contract. Any maps, plans or photographs in the brochure shall be indicative only and shall not form part of the Contract.
• Guide Price:
The guide price should not be construed as being the selling price of the property and it is the purchaser’s responsibility to decide on how much to bid at the auction.
• Legal Documentation:
Prior to the auction, the solicitor for the vendor will make available the legal documentation in relation to the property, copies of which are available from vendor’s solicitor. It is important to consult your solicitor in relation to the Contracts / Conditions Of Sale of the property before bidding as you will become legally bound by the said Contract / Conditions Of Sale if you are the highest bidder and the property is knocked down to you.
• Identification:
In order to register, it will be necessary to upload a copy of your passport / driving licence and proof of address, i.e., bank statement, correspondence from a Government agency / source, dated within the last 3 months.
• Registration:
In order to bid at the auction, it will be necessary to register with our office, Sherry FitzGerald O’Leary Kinsella, at least 2 business days prior to the auction. The auctioneer assumes the bidder is bidding for himself/herself. If the bidder intends to purchase a Lot in a name other than his or her personal name, arrangements must be made with the auctioneers in advance. By registering you are deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions of the auction and authorise us, as agents for the vendor, to sign the completed Contract for Sale on your behalf.
• Reserve Price:
The price agreed between the vendor and the auctioneer at which the property can be sold. In the event of the property not reaching the reserve, the auctioneer will deal exclusively with the highest bidder (for half an hour following the auction) in order to realise a satisfactory sale. If a deal is not concluded, then the auctioneer may deal with the under-bidders and any other interested parties following that period of negotiation.
• Deposit:
A deposit of €10,000 is required in order to bid and this is payable in advance of the auction by online bank transfer. Our bank details will be provided to you at registration. The successful bidder’s deposit will become non-refundable as soon as the property is sold and a binding Contract is entered into and the agents are hereby authorised to sign the Contract For Sale on your behalf. The deposit payable on the signing of the Contract is 10% of the purchase price. If there is a shortfall in the deposit furnished by the purchaser prior to the auction, then the purchaser shall be required to lodge the balance of the deposit with the auctioneers within 1 business day of the online auction. If you are not the successful purchaser, your deposit will be returned to you (in full).
• General Conditions:
The highest bidder to be the purchaser, subject to the right of the owner to withdraw the property should the reserve not be met.
The Particulars and Conditions Of Sale may change prior to the auction and it is the sole responsibility of the bidder to make sure they have the latest version.
The auctioneer reserves the right to sell the property prior to auction, withdraw the property from auction, change the order of the Lots, or consolidate the Lots without any notice to any prospective purchaser.