Cluain Lagan, Granges Road, Kilkenny, R95VH97

Cluain Lagan, Granges Road is a wonderful detached family home standing proudly on circa 0.54 Acre / 0.22 Hectares of secluded and sun-drenched landscaped gardens. It is a rare occasion when a home on Granges Road graces the market and Cluain Lagan provides a unique opportunity for the discerning purchaser to acquire a foothold within this desirable and highly convenient location on the edge of Kilkenny City. This wonderful home was built in 1976 and has been occupied by the current owners since 1989. The property has been extended over the years and will appeal to buyers looking for a spacious and light filled family home. The light filled and spacious accommodation extends to 246 Sq. M / 2,648 Sq. ft. approx. spanning over two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, guest WC, cloak cupboard, living room, conservatory, dining room and kitchen/breakfast room, family room and a utility room. A gym/den, WC and office completes the layout at this level. The layout upstairs is equally as impressive and comprises: landing area, five double bedrooms (master with en-suite) family bathroom and a hot press. GARDEN AND GROUNDS: The secluded landscaped grounds extend to circa 0.54 Acre / 0.22 Hectares and are a wonderful oasis of peace and tranquillity being particularly mature, sheltered and well stocked with an abundance of mature trees, hedging and herbaceous plants, providing year-round colour and privacy. The property is well set back from the road and is accessed through wrought-iron gates with two Victorian traditional lanterns on the two entrance piers. A tarmacadam driveway leads down to the front and side of the property where there is parking for several cars. The manicured front lawns adjoin a winding gravelled pathway which leads up to a wrought-iron pedestrian gate onto Granges Road. A raised planted rockery area has flowing water operated by a pump flowing into a pretty well-stocked water pond alongside a gravelled patio area. The large and private sun-drenched south facing rear garden is fully enclosed and is perfect as a secure children’s play area. A neat lawn is bordered by neat hedging, mature trees, herbaceous and flowering plants. A generous sized cobble lock patio area is ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. A detached garage and two wooden garden sheds are practical for further storage needs. LOCATION: The location itself is second to none and needs little introduction. Granges Road is one of Kilkenny’s most sought-after roads consisting of substantial detached family homes tucked away on their own large and private sites. Cluain Lagan is superbly located just a short distance off the Freshford Road (R693) close to Kilkenny City Centre. The property is within a five-minute drive of St. Luke’s General Hospital and UPMC Aut Even Private Hospital. A fifteen-minute walk will take you into Kilkenny City Centre with its superb eateries, shops, excellent transport links and two shopping centres, there is a vast range of amenities practically on the doorstep. Some of Kilkenny's best schools are within easy reach including St Kieran’s College Secondary School, CBS Secondary School, Kilkenny, Kilkenny College, Presentation Secondary School, Loreto Secondary School and several Primary Schools. The property is in the catchment area for St. Canice’s Primary School. A ten-minute drive will connect you to Castlecomer Road allowing easy access to the M9 motorway which services Dublin to Waterford. Kilkenny Train Station is also in proximity with regular daily trains to both Dublin and Waterford. Viewing of this superior home is highly recommended. GROUND FLOOR Entrance Hall 5.49m x 1.80m + 2.59m x 0.91m. A solid painted wooden door with a leaded glass side panel opens into a spacious and bright L shaped entrance hall with a feature archway. Ceiling coving, centre rose and recessed lighting. Wooden floor and fitted carpet on the stairs and landing. Guest WC 1.60m x 0.61m. Comprising WC and a wash hand basin. Tiled floor and window. Cloak Cupboard 0.91m x 0.84m. Located off the entrance hall. Fitted coat hanging space. Living Room 7.09m x 3.62m + 3.05m x 1.51m. A large and bright room with a feature bay window to the front of the property. Marble open fireplace with decorative wooden surround and matching overmantel mirror and Marble hearth. Fitted gas fire (bottled gas). Decorative ceiling coving, centre rose and fitted carpet. Double glass panel doors open though to a Conservatory. Conservatory 5.06m x 4.10m. A sun-drenched and spacious room overlooking the rear garden. Tiled floor. French doors open out to cobblelock patio area. Dining Room 3.62m x 3.03m. The formal dining room is positioned to the front of the property. Wooden floor, ceiling coving and centre rose. Kitchen / Breakfast Room 6.68m x 2.72m. The kitchen area is fitted with cream coloured country style wall and floor units with wooden countertops and a one and a half bowl sink. Neff electric oven and grill. Bosch four ring ceramic hob. Integrated extractor fan and microwave. Siemens integrated dishwasher. South facing window overlooking the rear garden. Matching built-in dresser with shelving, storage drawers and wine rack. The breakfast area is spacious and can accommodate a table and chairs for family dining. Wooden floor.. Open plan access through to the family room. Family Room 4.37m x 3.04m. A bright and spacious room located to the front of the property. It features a striking black cast-iron open fireplace and insert with decorative tiling, black Marble hearth, fitted with a Waterford Stanley recessed multi-fuel stove. Wooden floor, ceiling coving and centre rose. Built-in shelving. Utility Room 4.68m x 1.83m. Fitted with wall and floor units with a double sink unit. Miele washing machine and a Hotpoint tumble dryer. Beko American Fridge/ Freezer. Window to the rear. A wooden glass panel door gives access out to the rear garden. Tiled floor and coat hanging space. Gym / Den 5.08m x 3.00m + 3.17m 1.27m. A large and bright dual aspect room located to the rear of the property. A sliding patio door gives access out to the rear garden. Gable end window. A wooden glass panel door gives access out to the side of the house. Wood effect vinyl floor covering. WC 1.76m x 1.27m. Fitted with two WC's and two wash hand basins for children. Tiled floor and gable end window. Dimplex electric wall mounted heater. Office 4.28m x 5.23m. A large dual aspect room located to the front of the property. Wood effect vinyl floor covering. Boiler Room 1.83m x 1.01m. Adjoining the utility room and accessed from the rear garden. Firebird oil-fired boiler. FIRST FLOOR Landing (including stairs) 3.03m x 1.80m + 5.77m x 0.94m. A bright and spacious L shaped area with a feature tall picture window flooding the landing and entrance hall with plenty of natural light. Hatch to attic space fitted with a folding ladder. The attic space is part floored. Master Bedroom 4.11m x 3.62m + 3.05m x 1.58m. A fine sized master bedroom with a feature bay window overlooking the front garden. Built-in wardrobes and fitted carpet. Built-in window seat with underneath storage in the bay window area. En-Suite 2.35m x 2.33m. Comprising a walk-in wet room shower with a glass side screen. WC and two wash hand basins. Bathroom heater light fan. Traditional style heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror with shelf and overhead lighting. Frosted window to the front of the property. Wooden floor. Bedroom Two 4.09m x 3.59m. A generous sized double room positioned to the front of the property. Built-in wardrobes and fitted carpet. Bedroom Three 3.62m x 2.85m. A double room located to the rear of the property. Built-in wardrobes and shelving. Fitted carpet. Bedroom Four 2.83m x 3.02m + 0.48m x 1.19m. A double room overlooking the front garden. Built-in wardrobes and shelving. Fitted carpet. Bedroom Five 4.04m x 2.68m. A double room to the rear with views of the garden. Stained tongue and groove floorboards. Built-in shelving. Bathroom 2.43m x 2.85m. Comprising a traditional double-ended freestanding bath with oil rubbed bronze feet fitted with mixer taps and a hand-held shower attachment. Enclosed corner shower cubicle fitted with a Triton T90si pumped electric shower. WC, bidet and a wash hand basin. Wall mounted mirror with lights. Frosted window to the rear of the property. Heated towel rail. Marble effect vinyl floor covering. Hot Press 1.48m x 0.66m. Located just off the landing area.