Boolakeel House, Ballinskelligs, Co. Kerry, V23X735

Exceptional, residential, architect-designed property on the southwest coast of Kerry where the climate is unduly mild and temperate strongly influenced by the Gulf Stream. C. 40 acres with man made gardens and a range of exotic plants as well as ponds, streams and waterfalls. Also, separate, modern caretakers bungalow as well outbuildings to facilitate the garden activities. The property is situated on a private beach with its own slipway in a stunning, coastal location offering total privacy and magnificent views of the area. Access gained via tree-lined, private avenue. ACCOMMODATION Ground Floor Entrance Hall Turret-style front main entrance. South facing. Timber panel roof. Timber floor. Corner Bar/Snug Snug with stove and stone surround. Kitchenette off Bar with hob, stainless steel sink, worktop and wall units. Library Southwest facing. Carpeted floor. Fireplace. Wall to wall Georgian timber book casing. WC Carpeted floor. Toilet and wash hand basin. East Wing Entrance Hall Hall closets left and right. Separate Hall closet. Utility Room Stainless steel sink, worktop and wall shelving. Conservatory Walled glass, west facing conservatory. Sandstone floor. A-framed glass ceiling. Dining Room Timber floor. Stone fireplace. Guest WC Sandstone floor. Toilet and wash hand basin. Sun Room Bay window. Glass panel high ceiling. First Floor Bedroom 1 (Master) Fireplace with stone slate surround. Ornate A-framed ceiling. Walk-in wardrobe En-suite Tiled floor. Overlooking the Bay. Toilet, marble-stepped raised bath and tiled shower. Marble top vanity unit with wash hand basin. Vaulted ceiling. Bedroom 2 Carpeted floor. A-framed ceiling. En-suite Marble tiled floor. Marble tiled walls to ceiling. Toilet and vanity unit with wash hand basin. Bath and separate shower. Recessed lighting. Main Bathroom Tiled floor. Toilet and wash hand basin. Stepped bath with shower overhead. Skylight. Tiled to ceiling. Bedroom 3 Oak timber floor. West facing windows. High A-framed, plastered ceiling. Sandstone staircase to Ground Floor with Atrium to east. Bedroom 4 Timber floor. Double bedroom. En-suite Tiled floor. Toilet, wash hand basin and shower. Tiled walls. Bedroom 5 Timber floor. Double bedroom. En-suite Tiled floor. Toilet, wash hand basin and shower. Tiled walls. Bedroom 6 Carpeted. Large double bedroom. En-suite Tiled floor. Toilet, wash hand basin and corner shower. South Wing Conservatory Recessed lighting. Glass panel wall to south west. Sliding door to south facing roof decking. Overlooking the estuary and mountains. Spiral staircase to: Glass Observatory Timber floor. Timber panel ceiling. Surrounding double-glazed windows. Billiards Room Carpeted floor. Recessed lighting. Large south facing window. Snug Alcove Carpeted. Fireplace with stone surround. North Wing Kitchen Indian sandstone floor. Large Kitchen. Belfast sink. Gas hob and oven and separate electric oven. Granite worktops. Fully fitted work tops and walls units. Incorporating dining area and lounge area with open range Spanish polished stone fireplace. Full glass wall with Atrium to south. Five large A-framed timber beams supporting seven skylights. Store Room Large Room. Sandstone floor. Guest WC Sandstone floor. Sandstone tiled walls. Toilet and wash hand basin. Studio/Gallery Sandstone steps and Sandstone slabbed floor. Two pairs of double-glazed doors to the west facing barbecue area. CARETAKER’S LODGE Entrance Hall 7.8ms x 2.0ms Tiled floor. Kitchen/Dining 7.0ms x 7.0ms Tiled floor. Standalone wet stove with brick surround. Recessed lighting. Gas boiler. Steps down to: Living Room 6.5ms x 5.2ms Tiled floor. Timber panel ceiling. Exit doors to garden. Back Entrance 6.5ms x 2.1ms Tiled floor. Guest WC with toilet and wash hand basin. Tiled. Main Bedroom 4.5ms x 5.2ms Laminate floor. Built-in wardrobe. Recessed lighting. En-suite 2.5ms x 3.5ms Tiled floor. Toilet, wash hand basin and bath. Skylight. Heated towel rack. Bedroom 2 5.0ms x 3.6ms Laminate floor. Double bedroom. Internal shelving. Bedroom 3 4.5ms x 4.0ms Laminate floor. Timber panel ceiling. Built-in wardrobe. Exit door to south. Main Bathroom 2.8ms x 2.4ms Tiled. Toilet, wash hand basin and shower. Adjacent outbuildings (c. 200 sq. ms.) with concrete yard and garden area. GENERAL BER (Main Residence) C3 BER (Caretaker’s Cottage) D2 OUTSIDE The grounds, c. 40 acres, have been professionally designed. The Residence is protected by spruce and pine plantations. To the south and west, a network of paths wind a way through the labyrinth of smaller gardens that include many unusual species of plants and shrubs. There is a grass walk and a spectacular hydrangea walk. Further to the west, ponds and lakes have been constructed that are interconnected by a flowing stream that descends gradually to the seashore. The southern end of the gardens run down to the sea to a private, sandy beach. To the north of the property stands a corrugated iron barn with an area of hard standing together with a 3-bedroom Caretaker’s Cottage. This Cottage has its own separate access from the public road. LOCATION Ballinskelligs, a Gaelic speaking area is situated c. 10 miles west of Waterville on the Ring of Kerry. It is a vibrant area with its own facilities and harbour pier. SERVICES Mains electricity. Private water. Private drainage. TITLE Good Freehold Title. Viewing strictly by appointment only.