Clonmannon Farm, Clonmannon, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, A67AX25

An extremely pleasant coastal country estate enjoying an idyllic coastal position, just 28 miles or 45 km from Dublin city centre and nearby to Ashford village (5-minutes driving). In all about 88 acres (35.6 hectares), including fine equestrian facilities. Built circa 2015 the residence is positioned just 100 metres or 330 feet, or so, from the seashore and benefits from elevated panoramic sea views from the upper level, southward views framed by Wicklow Head and the picturesque Wicklow mountains to the west. Extending to some 2,930 square feet or 272 square metres the accommodation is well appointed and includes 3 reception rooms and 3 bedrooms. A timber chalet studio augments the accommodation. Positioned nearby to the house the stable yard includes 10 stables and is adjacent to the large sand arena and post and rail paddock grazing. The estate comprises a pleasant and appealing mixture of good grazing land, scenic marsh, coastal meadow and a salt-lake. Essentially, incorporating all the key ingredients of a quality lifestyle residential estate and with ample grazing acreage and facilities to continue a quality equestrian holding or create a hobby farm. Set-up to cater for a premier thoroughbred breeding stud operation the layout is excellent and could equally suit other equestrian interests. Set behind its own electric privacy gates the estate is accessed from a private residential roadway, itself with outer electric security gates, ensuring strong privacy from the public road. The Wicklow to Dublin railway line runs adjacent to the estate and provides a strongly fenced boundary along the eastern side. A dedicated pedestrian crossing providing access to the beach and the scenic Greystones to Wicklow walking trail. The estate is an absolute haven for wildlife enthusiasts, the coastal position and mixed habitats across the estate compelling for wild fowl and providing glorious birdsong. Ashford village, just 3.7 miles or 6 km away, is a quaint and attractive village with a selection of restaurants, cafes, friendly hostelries and boutique shopping. The estate offers a rare opportunity to combine the quintessential country living idyll with easy convenience to a capital city and its international airport. Dublin city centre is some 28 miles or 45 km away and Dublin International airport can be reached in about 50 minutes driving, outside of peak traffic. The nearby bustling coastal towns of Wicklow, Bray and Greystones are nearby, the coastal trail path giving walking access. There are excellent primary and secondary schools in the area, both public and private. Whilst relatively compact in overall size the accommodation within the house feels generous and all the principal rooms enjoy a dual aspect, allowing the picturesque mountain and sea views to be enjoyed. Well placed flagstone terraces easily link to inside and extend the house with large outdoor living spaces. A south facing entrance porch leads into a large reception room, currently comprising a study and sitting room to each end. The entire centre of the house, running the full depth from east to west, comprising a large, combined kitchen and dining space. The eastern end comprised of a fully fitted kitchen. The dining space linking to a large south and west facing outside terrace, both enjoying pastoral views to the Wicklow mountains beyond. A drawing room benefits from an extended ceiling height and large open fireplace. A large cloakroom with a WC and wash-hand-basin completes the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom faces south and east and enjoys magical sea views. It has a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite bathroom. A family bathroom is positioned centrally off the upstairs landing. The other two bedrooms are each spacious and both also enjoy dual aspects. One has an interconnecting door to the family bathroom. High speed broadband available. The local area has good leisure facilities and sporting enthusiasts are well catered for. Wicklow town has a harbour and sailing club. There are 6 championship golf courses nearby, including Druid's Glen and Powerscourt. Numerous walking trails, biking, and trekking trails. Sandy beaches. Dublin city 45 km (28 Miles), Greystones (DART commuter train) 15 km (9 miles), N11 trunk road 18 km (11 miles), Wicklow town 7 km (4.3 miles), commuter train, Dublin airport 69 km (48 Miles). 6km (3.7 miles) beach walk to Wicklow town.