Ardagh, Causeway, Co. Kerry

McQuinn Property Services are delighted to present to the market this excellent residential dairy holding at Ardagh, Causeway, Co. Kerry, extending to approximately 29.09 acres (11.77 hectares). This is a superb opportunity to acquire a highly functional and well-appointed residential dairy farm, combining a recently refurbished five-bedroom farmhouse with modern milking facilities, extensive livestock accommodation, quality agricultural lands and excellent supporting farm infrastructure. The property should appeal particularly to dairy farmers, expanding agricultural enterprises, neighbouring landowners and those seeking a well-equipped standalone farming unit. The Dairy Farm The agricultural lands extend to approximately 28 acres (11.33 hectares) and comprise good-quality, productive agricultural land, currently laid out in grass for grazing and meadowing. The lands are well maintained and have been thoughtfully developed for efficient grassland management, with the benefit of an internal farm roadway system and paddock layout, facilitating ease of stock movement, rotational grazing and efficient day-to-day farm management. The holding also benefits from extensive road frontage onto the local public road, providing excellent access to the farm and lands and potentially offering additional site opportunities, subject to the necessary planning consents. Centrally located within the holding is the modern farmyard, which has been developed to provide a highly functional and efficient dairy enterprise. The modern milking facilities include: • Eight-unit pipeline herringbone milking parlour • Automatic in-parlour meal feeding system • Modern dairy and plant room • Packo ice-water bulk milk tank • Integrated drafting facilities and yards • Well-designed stock handling and movement areas The farmyard is further complemented by substantial livestock accommodation, including cubicle housing together with dedicated calving and rearing facilities. The layout and design of the buildings provide for efficient stock management, reduced labour requirements and effective slurry and pollution control. The combination of the modern dairy infrastructure, quality livestock accommodation, paddocked grazing platform and internal laneway system provides a practical and efficient farming unit, ready for immediate use. Overall, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey residential dairy holding, incorporating a modern farmyard, high-specification milking facilities, extensive livestock accommodation, quality grassland, established paddocks and excellent access throughout. The Residence – V92 VX9R The residential element is a particularly attractive feature of the holding. The property comprises an excellent five-bedroom, two-storey farmhouse, occupying a central position within the holding and enjoying direct access from the local public road. The residence has been recently refurbished and is presented in excellent condition, providing comfortable and practical family accommodation while retaining the character and functionality expected of a traditional farmhouse. The accommodation is well proportioned throughout, with generous living space at ground-floor level including one bedroom and four bedrooms on the first floor, making the property particularly suitable for a family or for those requiring additional bedrooms for guests, home working or family use. The farmhouse is complemented by a large garden, providing a pleasant outdoor area adjoining the residence. The front of the property enjoys a desirable south-facing aspect, providing good natural light and creating an attractive setting for the dwelling. The orientation of the dwelling is also particularly favourable for potential future installation of solar panels, subject to the purchaser's requirements and the necessary technical and planning considerations. This offers an attractive opportunity to further enhance the energy efficiency of the residence. The accommodation extends to approximately 137 sq. m., and comprises: Ground Floor Entrance Porch – 4.42 sq. m. Laminate flooring, recently fitted entrance door and side windows. Kitchen/Dining Room – 24.56 sq. m. Bright and spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area with tiled flooring, fitted kitchen, dining peninsula and rear access. Living Room – 21.25 sq. m. Well-proportioned reception room with wood-effect laminate flooring, large fireplace incorporating a solid-fuel stove and built-in storage cabinets. Bedroom 1 – 16.5 sq.m. Generous double bedroom with wood-effect laminate flooring and built-in closet First Floor Landing – 12.67 sq. m. Carpet flooring with access to all bedrooms and bathroom. Bedroom 2 – 18.19 sq. m. Generous double bedroom with wood-effect laminate flooring and built-in closet. Bedroom 3 – 13.31 sq. m. Double bedroom with laminate flooring and wardrobe. Bedroom 4 – 8.81 sq. m. Single bedroom with laminate flooring and wardrobe. Bedroom 5 – 8.16 sq. m. Single bedroom with laminate flooring and wardrobe. Family Bathroom – 6.70 sq. m. Fully tiled and fitted with bath, WC, wash-hand basin and electric shower. Hallway – 2.21 sq.m. The dwelling provides a comfortable and well-maintained family home with the considerable benefit of being located within the farm holding itself, offering purchasers the convenience of having the farmhouse, farmyard and agricultural lands together in one compact and manageable holding. Location The property is situated at Ardagh, Causeway, Co. Kerry, in a well-established agricultural area of North Kerry. It is conveniently located approximately 6 km from Causeway and 8 km from Ballyduff, while the wider towns and villages of North Kerry are readily accessible. The location provides a combination of rural privacy and convenient access to local services, making the property well suited to both agricultural and residential use. Services • Private water supply • Private wastewater/sewerage system • Mains electricity The property provides an excellent opportunity for a purchaser to acquire a complete and highly functional farming enterprise, with the benefit of a substantial residential element, all contained within one holding. Viewing is strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents. Maps and further particulars are available from McQuinn Property Services on request. *While every effort has been made in accurately assembling the information no responsibility will be accepted by this firm for omissions or inaccuracies and we urge you to seek professional advice before entering into binding agreements.