The Gate Lodge, Tomard, Athy, Co. Kildare, R14A141

0866078042 Jim Fingleton & Co are pleased to offer for sale this stylish three-bedroom bungalow, located in a rural setting and yet within walking distance of Athy. A superb property suitable for a family or retirement home. Viewing is highly recommended. The property is located North of Athy, Co Kildare on the R417, Athy /Monasterevin Road and close to the L8067. which connects to the M9 link road, avoiding the town centre. Connectivity to M9/M7 and train line make this an ideal commuter property just 50 minutes south of M50. The property is within 2.0 km walk of Athy and just 2-minute drive to Emily Square. Athy is a Heritage town which is on the cusp of major development and regeneration with the recently opened distributor road, high profile projects such as The Shackleton Museum, redevelopment of the Old Model School, and the regeneration of the public realm at Emily Square. The town is located on the River Barrow and the Blue Way has recently been completed providing a walkway along the grand canal connecting Athy with North Kildare. The town is well serviced by shops, schools, Library, swimming pool, and excellent sports facilities. Athy train station is on the Waterford line to Heuston Station (c. 40 minute train journey for commuters) The Main school campus provides for an excellent schools choice all within a minute’s commute making this property also suitable for a young family. Built in the 1940’s and extended to provide additional accommodation the property extends to approximately 146m2 and is presented in excellent condition. The mature trees and shrubs provide a sense of privacy with an interesting garden layout with patio, garden pond, gravel landscaped areas and with views across the adjoining farmland. The pedestrian gated entrance leads up to the main entrance door and there is also a tarmacadam driveway with onsite parking leading to the side of the house. The property comprises of an entrance hallway, Livingroom, kitchen/dining area, office, and three bedroom, bathroom and laundry area. The property comprises of an entrance hallway, Livingroom, kitchen/dining area, office, and three bedroom, bathroom and laundry area. Accommodation Porch. With sliding doors. 9’4’’ x 6’5’’. Stylish main entrance door finished in painted timber. Entrance Hall 9’4’’ x 6’5’’. Leading to bedrooms and main living area. Livingroom. 18’6’’ x 25’6’’ Beautiful light filled room with feature fireplace, Victorian style tiled inset and ornate stove. The owner wishes to take the surround with her leaving the stove and hearth. Two small feature windows frame the fireplace. Spacious room with lovely aspect overlooking main patio area which is accessed through patio doors off Livingroom. Carpet. Quality floor to ceiling curtains included in sale with curtain poles. Kitchen/Dining Area 25’1’’ x 18’6’’. Painted timber kitchen with granite worktop. Ceramic sink with tiled splashback with large feature window through which light beams in to the work area. Timber wooden blinds. Built in stove in the living area of the kitchen. Feature light over dining table. Stone floor. Cornice to ceiling. Patio doors to garden off the dining area. Sunny aspect for outdoor dining at the rear o the property for privacy Office. 10’2’’ x 7’10’’.With built in storage and L-shaped desk. This area leads to a storage area and laundry ,6’10’’ x 4’6’’. Rear door to side of house Main Bathroom. 10’8’’ x 7’2’’. Tiled in bath, w.c. sink and corner shower unit with electric shower. Bespoke built in vanity sink. Main Bedroom 17’5’’ x 13’10’’. With built in wardrobe. Storage built around bed. Overlooking patio area. Full length curtains and complimentary roman blind. Carpet. Bedroom No 2. 11’11 x 12’1’’. With built in wardrobe. Overlooking front garden. Blinds.Carpet. Bedroom No 3. 12’11’ x 10’4’’. Overlooking front garden. Blinds. Carpet. Garden, Mature trees and hedging provide great privacy for the property. Enter the pedestrian gate and it leads to the main entrance door through a walled-in front garden finished in gravel and with mature shrubs. The vehicular entrance leads to a tarmacadam driveway with off street parking. There is a garden shed with double doors. A garden pond overlooks the paved patio area which is positioned off the main Livingroom. Services Services include septic tank, well for water, ESB and good internet. Excluded from sale. Fire surround and light fittings.