2 O`Growney Close, Athboy, Co. Meath, C15R3P9

Chris Smith of Dublin and Meath based estate agent, Quillsen, presents this three bedroom centrally positioned property, conveniently located in the heart of Athboy town. Number 2 O`Growney Close, featuring useful rear vehicular access, is sure to appeal to a multiple of potential buyers including first time buyers; as well as those seeking to right-size`, perhaps up from an apartment or maybe into town from a detached country home; and indeed, to savvy investors requiring a sturdy property in a proven convenient and central location, ideal for rental. It not any surprise that the selling agent recommends early viewing. ACCOMMODATION The well-appointed accommodation, laid out on two floors briefly comprises: Ground floor- entrance hall, living room, kitchen / dining room and utility area; and First floor: a bright landing area, three bedrooms (master ensuite), bathroom and hotpress/airing cupboard. Please refer to the floor plan, contained within this listing, for layout and approximate dimensions. FEATURES INCLUDE Situated within town of Athboy, within easy walking distance of its many amenities Convenient to shops, schools, hotel and much more Athboy is served by Bus Éireann Route 111 Three bedrooms, master ensuite Bay windows to both living room and bedroom Extensive kitchen cabinetry, base and wall mounted units set in an L-shaped arrangement Tile and timber style floor finishes throughout ground floor as well as to bathrooms Attractive facade with brick detailing PVC double glazed windows Oil fired central heating via Stanley range cooker Useful rear vehicular access to enclosed rear garden Rear garden predominately finished with bitumen type surface Outside toilet Garden shed Outside water tap LOCATION A small but vibrant town set within the Boyne Valley, Athboy with its great sense of community, boasts a wealth of shopping outlets, facilities, clubs and amenities to cater for its resident population. These include both primary and post-primary schools, as well as Athboy Childcare Centre (3 months to 12 years) along with an afterschool club; supermarkets; pharmacies; credit union; various unique hostelries; tennis and basketball courts; a public library; and GAA, rugby and soccer clubs together with an array of community and recreational groups. Local hospitality can be enjoyed at The Darnley Lodge Hotel, a popular spot for dining and events. The Fair Green, encompassing six-and-a-half acres and where locals traded livestock for centuries, now stands transformed into a beautiful parkland type amenity with pathways and public benches. Set just beyond the town, Father Murphy Athletics Club has been in operation since 1970 and currently supports a number of tracks that facilitate several disciplines. The local Gaeltacht area of Rathcairn is located some 5km distant from Athboy. There, there is a full-day creche service together with both primary and secondary schools, all teaching through the medium of the Irish language, together with a shop, pub, village hall and church. Navan, the county town of Meath, is located some 18km to the east of Athboy, and both the heritage towns of Trim and Kells lie some 12km equidistant, to the southeast and north respectively. Between them, they provide for a wider array of facilities and services. The M3 (Junction 9 / Navan North / N51) is located some 13km to the east, Dublin`s M50 (Junction 6 / Blanchardstown / M3) is situated some 48km to the southeast and Dublin City Centre is located some 57km to the southeast too. Dublin lies some 55km distant to the southeast. Conveniently, the M50 (Junction 6) and the Blanchardstown Centre, can be reached after a 38-minute drive or so primarily along the M3. Commuters can also exploit an economical route via the upgraded R154 (Dublin (Blackbull)/Athboy Road) and an untolled portion of the M3 motorway. Additionally, Bus Eireann runs an excellent commuter bus service (Route 111) to Dublin City Centre. There is lots to do in or about Athboy including annual festivals namely, The Blue Jean Country Queen Festival, held over each June bank holiday weekend, and the Púca Festival, an immersive Halloween festival, with the local Hill of Ward featuring heavily as a setting. Tlachtga, now known as the Hill of Ward, is an important prehistoric site near the town having views towards the other important hills of Meath, including Tara, Loughcrew and the Hill of Lloyd, all too worthy of a visit. The nearby Girley Bog Walk is ideal for a simple trek, with or without dogs. In nearby Trim, King John`s Castle, a most majestic sight, is the largest existing Norman Castle in Europe. There one can enjoy the Slí na Sláinte walking trail which starts at the Castle on the Boyne, routes along the Porchfields passing by the monuments at Newtown, returning along the Dublin Road and capturing magnificent sights and views of other landmarks along the way. In the opposite direction towards Westmeath, undiscovered by many, is Mullaghmeen Forest, Europe`s largest planted Beech forest, and in that general direction too, there is the picturesque village of Fore, with its magical Abbey and associated seven wonders, together with its nearby addition, Fore Distillery, which turns out rum and poitín. Other high-profile attractions include Slane Castle; Brú na Bóinne including Newgrange; Slieve Na Calliagh (Meath`s highest point at 276 meters); Bective Abbey; Battle of the Boyne visitor centre; seaside at Bettystown; horse racing at Navan, Bellewstown and Fairyhouse; golf at Headfort (including a championship course), Royal Tara and at Killeen Castle amongst other great courses; and hunting with the Meath`s together with various water and fishing-based activities on the Boyne and Blackwater Rivers. The Yellow Ford and Stonyford Rivers along with several small nearby lakes offer more local fishing and water-based options. The Summer mecca that is Lough Lene is not too far either and neither is the Royal Canal at the Hill of Down. The latter has an associated Greenway that spans some 130km, starts in Maynooth and finishes up in Clondra, Co Longford, transversing both Meath and Westmeath. Another headlining local attraction is Causey Farm which offers Farmaphobia, Ireland`s biggest Halloween scare attraction; Christmas Experience; Summer Camp; Farm Experience; Ablefest and Dogitude, a festival for dogs and dog lovers! VIEWING In order to fully appreciate this property, viewing is highly recommended, but strictly by appointment with the selling agents 0469022100. ARE YOU THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME OR A PROPERTY? Quillsen have branch offices across Dublin including those at Dún Laoghaire, Fairview, Ranelagh and Terenure, as well as a regional office in Meath`s county town, Navan. This enables and ensures that we provide a superior property service throughout Counties Dublin and Meath, as well as into the adjoining parts of Counties Louth, Cavan, Offaly, Kildare and Wicklow. Our name is synonymous with the sale of residential properties, both urban and rural, as well as development land, farm and country properties. We offer a FREE no-obligation sales appraisal and valuation for those who are selling or those that are contemplating selling. We would of course love to hear from you with a view to assisting with your property requirements be it advisory, transactionary or otherwise Call or message Chris Smith on +353872109470. Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.