Clonbrin, Rathangan, Bracknagh, Co. Offaly, R51YE89

Here at Byrne Malone we love selling unique homes and this fantastic five bedroom detached home Laurel Lodge, Clonbrin certainly fits that bill! Set on 0.8 acres approximately, this charming residence of circa 178 sq.m, is nestled in a peaceful and picturesque location that beautifully blends rural tranquillity with convenient access to the amenities of both Rathangan and Monasterevin. Privately nestled behind mature hedged surrounds, the property is approached by a generous gravel driveway with ample parking for a number of cars. Entering the house, you are greeted by a beautifully floored hallway featuring a timber staircase leading to the upstairs space. Off the hall to the right, you have a spacious sitting room boasting a striking marble fireplace and open fire, a gorgeous spot to enjoy cosy winter evenings. Moving to the other side of the house, the large kitchen / dining room is the heart of this busy family home, thoughtfully designed with functionality and style in mind with contemporary grey shaker style kitchen cabinets, subway tiles and elegant wood panelled walls. Adjacent to this is an additional reception room that has fulfilled various roles over the years, including a playroom, TV room, and study - and features a bright, sunny outlook with double patio doors opening onto the garden. What will really appeal to a multitude of buyers is the mix of ground floor and upper floor bedroom accommodation. The ground floor boasts three generous bedrooms looking onto the beautifully maintained gardens, all served by the well-appointed family bathroom featuring a bath and separate shower, all elegantly finished with beautiful tiling and wood panelling. Upstairs, two additional double bedrooms await. The first is complemented by an ensuite shower room and generous walk-in wardrobe. The second is presently not in use and thus a blank canvas awaits the new owners to finish to their own specifications. (It is electrically first fixed with heating pipes connected back to the main manifold in the hot press) The house sits on 0.8 acres of well-maintained gardens, mainly laid in lawn, with a sizeable block-built garage with stairs leading to a mezzanine level. This space currently houses the oil tank and has full mains power. Currently in use as a workshop, it would be suited to conversion for any number of uses. The house has its own well and waste-water treatment system, along with a tee-off for mains water which it can easily be connected to. Additionally the waste pipes have been diverted to the left-hand side of the house (off the kitchen) to accommodate a future extension to the property if required. Locality wise, nearby Rathangan town is a really vibrant community with lots to do and get involved with including tennis, soccer, GAA (both Rathangan and Ellistown GAA) and other local activities, not to mention an abundance of local amenities such as schools, shops, cafes and regular bus services. The Grand Canal runs through the town as part of the Barrow Blueway, providing a fantastic walking and cycling trail which is only a short walk from Laurel Lodge. Nature lovers can also enjoy the renowned woodlands of Killinthomas Wood, a lovely walking / picnic spot boasting the most scenic woodland setting and home to the annual Bluebells and Buskers music festival. Only slightly further afield you have Monasterevin, again a lovely community setting with Moore Abbey Woods at is heart, and for commuters, it benefits from regular Irish Rail services to Dublin, Cork and all in-between. For those who like to indulge in a little retail therapy, the popular Kildare Village outlet is around 15 minutes drive also. Kildare too has regular rail services, along with Kildare Town Heritage Trail which includes The Irish National Stud and St. Brigid's Cathedral. The Curragh Racecourse too, is just a 20 minute drive with regular meetings and family days throughout the year, as are Cill Dara Rugby and Cill Dara Golf Clubs. This stunning family home perfectly embodies countryside living, seamlessly combining contemporary amenities, and an expansive design suited to any age and stage of family. But don’t just take our word for it, reach out to us to arrange a viewing and let this exceptional home speak for itself!