Ballydavid, Woodstown, Co. Waterford, X91AK57

Palmer Auctioneers proudly present Woodview House, Ballydavid, Woodstown, Co. Waterford, a handsome, detached, Georgian style villa which stands in an idyllic woodland setting close to Waterford city amidst its own private grounds extending to c. 6.5 acres. Located southeast of Waterford city Woodstown is a consistently popular residential area which has convenient access to both Waterford city (6km) and the picturesque coastal holiday village of Dunmore East (4.5km). The equestrian centre of Pallas Stud is just around the corner and sandy Woodstown beach is just 2.7km distant. Faithlegg House Hotel along with its championship golf course is 7.5km away. Waterford city boasts a host of primary and secondary schools as well as a third level education facility in the form of SETU (South East Technological University) and is home to a booming IT and pharmaceutical sector. There are excellent transport links by rail and road to Dublin via the M9 motorway. Constructed in 1992 this exquisite home is an authentic reproduction of an original Georgian villa. Upon approaching the property up the sweeping gravel drive it is immediately apparent that a great deal of thought and attention to detail was put into every element of the property. This impressive residence combines the look, feel and proportions of an original Georgian period residence with all the conveniences and comforts of a modern family home. The symmetry, proportions, height, shape and size of the rooms is exactly what you would expect to find in an original Georgian residence, and this combined with meticulous attention to detail from the beautiful hand moulded cornicing to the mahogany doors is superb. Of particular note is the impressive open plan kitchen / living / dining area, which was extended and renovated to a high standard of specification in 2020 with a handcrafted kitchen by master craftsmen Sexton & Sons. Features include zoned oil-fired central heating, uPVC sash double and treble glazed windows, solar panels, C2 BER, alarm. Oak flooring and marble tiling throughout, Sonos home entertainment system, high speed fibre broadband, heated outdoor swimming pool, three loose boxes. The accommodation extends to approximately 330 sq. meters (c. 3,540 sq. ft.) and consists of: Large, marble tiled entrance hall, with wood panelling, ceiling rose and fan light. On either side of the entrance hall are the principal reception rooms, with a long hallway to the rear linking the two wings of the property. On one side of the entrance hall is a beautiful formal drawing room with an antique marble open fireplace and a lovely triple bay window overlooking the lawns and woodland. On the other side of the entrance hall is a cosy living room with wood panelling, a gas fireplace in antique marble surround and oak flooring, subtle pocket doors open onto the dining room. The expansive dual aspect kitchen / dining room has oak flooring running its entire length, a stylish Contura Italian stove and two large, oversized sliding doors provide 8m of glazing, opening onto a deep limestone patio and heated swimming pool, flooding the space with natural light and creating a lovely continental ambiance. At the other end of the space is a magnificent, bespoke, hand-crafted solid wood painted kitchen by Declan Sexton & Sons with a 14' vaulted ceiling featuring a large island / breakfast counter with Silestone quartz worktops and a host of integrated Neff appliances as well as a Quooker tap. The island has a Neff induction hob with integrated extractor, and lots of built in storage. The kitchen also has a neat, hidden pantry storage as well as a ladder and sliding rail, fully movable to enable access to the upper storage. Off the dining area is a tiled panty with additional built in storage and an integrated Bosch microwave. Running behind the two reception rooms and connecting both wings of the house is a long hallway overlooking a courtyard with pond and with a cloakroom and WC off. The expansive master suite includes a well-appointed dressing room, as well as two generous ensuites, both tiled in marble, one with a large whirlpool bath and the second with a double power rain shower. The large double bedroom has French doors opening onto the limestone patio, providing direct access to the swimming pool. At the other end of the house is a lovely double guest bedroom with a large tiled ensuite featuring a power rain shower. There are an additional three bedrooms, as well as a family bathroom and a study area. At the side of the property is a deep and sheltered limestone patio wrapping around the heated swimming pool with a south westerly aspect. To the rear is a detached double garage, currently used as a gym, with a large, tiled utility and a temperature regulated wine store. There is a kennel with dog run to the side as well as three loose boxes tucked away behind the garage. The property stands on a most private, elevated site c. 6.5 acres approached by a long sweeping gravel drive accessed via wrought iron security gates. The house is set amidst lawns and gardens with a host of flowering shrubs and plants such as hydrangea and rhododendron with a fruit orchard, vegetable garden, greenhouse and ornamental gardens with meandering gravel paths. The surrounding mature woodland consists of ash, beech, horse chestnut, oak, ceder, silver birch, and fir. This is undoubtedly one of the finest properties to have come onto the market in Waterford for many years and this wonderful family home is a perfect fit for someone looking for a better quality of life for their family and perhaps a welcome change of pace. Woodview House really must be viewed to be fully appreciated and viewing is by strict appointment only through the sole selling agents Palmer Auctioneers.