Ballahoura Lodge, Ballynoulty, Kildorrery, Co. Cork

FOR AUCTION!! Lorraine Spillane Auctioneers are excited to bring Ballyhoura Lodge to the market. This property offers unrivaled views of the countryside nestled below the Ballyhoura mountain range while being situated in an ideal commuting location between Cork and Limerick with close proximity to the village of Kildorrery and the towns of Mitchelstown and Fermoy. Originally built in the 1650s of local stone and thatch this home is steeped in Irish history and epitomises the Irish country living dream. This stunning home sits on 6.9acres, 5.3acres of which is hardwood forestry planted 19 years ago consisting of oak, ash, horse chestnut and spruce. The forestry area of the property provides you with your very own private oasis of countryside walk ways and you immediately become captivated by the inviting nature the landscape has to offer while meandering down along the private lane way entrance. This home is proudly set back from the roadway with breath taking views of the landscape for miles. Ballyhoura Lodge offers extensive private landscape that has been nurtured from its early years which saw the owners plant many trees and hedging creating private grounds across the 6.9 acre property. The flora and fauna have been uninterrupted and have never seen the use of sprays, pesticides or supplements and maintained their organic nature. Ideal situation for any organic hobby farm enthusiast. This home provides ample room for further development should the buyer wish to add to the property while providing a safe haven for the garden enthusiast. Once you step inside this home you are once again captivated by the charm of history together with every comfort that a country home can offer beautifully merged with modern design and elegance. Inside provides you with space in abundance and modern open plan living complemented by clever design and function while maintaining original cottage features. Every corner of this home offers space and functionality and this can be seen in the clever use of space with a spiral staircase leading to private quarters and one end of the property and a staircase at the other end leading to office space and another bedroom. Nestled below this staircase is a stunning library area just off the main living area of the home. Allow our virtual tour below to take to show you around this beautiful property. Vodafone provides excellent broadband coverage at the property. ACCOMMODATION: Living Room 6.59m x 5.01m Open plan living room with feature stone walls and vaulted ceiling double doors to the deck Dining Room 4.40m x 4.00m Lounge 5.29m x 4.41m Open plan to the dining room with vaulted ceiling with feature mezzanine overlooking from above Kitchen 3.45m x 2.97m Fully fitted kitchen Office 6.23m x 3.41m Bedroom 1 4.54m x 4.66m Flooded with light and located off the office area, this bedroom overlooks the living room below but could easily be closed off if needed. Dressing Room 4.20m x 4.29m Dressing room with spiral staircase to the bedroom upstairs Bedroom 2 5.31m x 4.20m Accessed from the spiral staircase , this room has amazing light from the two velux windows and large picture side window. Stone feature wall and plush piled carpet flooring Workshop 5.87m x 3.74m Great workshop suitable for use as a studio or office space. Double glazed window and large door to the front of the room Shed 5.31m x 3.73m