Esker Lodge, Barrow House, Athy, Co. Kildare

DNG Doyle and Fingleton Auctioneers Athy are delighted to present this stunning detached property nestled on c.0.5 acres of landscaped grounds on the door step of Athy. Presented in turn key condition and no stone has been left unturned in creating a warm and friendly home. Esker Lodge is located in Barrow house, a townsland in Co Laois, located between Carlow and Athy on the Fortbarrinton Road out of Athy which is a Heritage town is situated on the River Barrow and Grand Canal providing the residents with wonderful walks, including the newly developed Blue Way. There is a wonderful selection of schools, sports facilities, new library and many local clubs to join for people new to the area. Athy has a good selection of shops including SuperValu, Lidl, Aldi. Kildare Village and Whitewater shopping centre also offer excellent retail options within 30 minute drive. The Property is well situated just 6km from Athy train station and town centre. Esker lodge has panoramic views of the surrounding country side, yet only minutes from a host of amenities to include Newly upgraded M9/M7 motor, close to Carlow and Portlaoise. Athy has plenty to offer from schools, shops and public transport. Accommodation comprises entrance hall, family room, living, kitchen/dining, sunroom, utility, 4 bedrooms, bathroom, ensuite, study and garage. Outside is landscaped and private grounds, southerly in aspect with large decked area to side. The garage is accessible from the rear and parking for several cars. Mature trees and hedging act as a boundary. The new town by-pass will have a very positive impact on the development of the town, once completed along with other major projects completed and planned for in the town. E.g. Athy Library, the Blueway, renovation of Heritage Centre and The Model School. Esker Lodge is located just 16km from Carlow, 53 minutes from M50 , 35km from Newbridge and 51km from Naas. Commuters have access to the M9 at exit 3 and the M7 at Kildare town. Dublin and the Airport are just one hour's drive and there is a regular train and bus service connecting Athy with Dublin/Waterford/Carlow/ Newbridge Portlaoise and Naas. Directions. From Athy town centre take the N78 south towards Castlecomer along Duke Street. Continue over the canal bridge and after Boortmalt take the next left onto the Fortbarrington Road. Continue for another 2.5km to Barrowhouse and Esker Lodge is located on the right. Walk in Condition Detached c.0.5 acres Landscaped grounds Excellent location Convenient Location Garage 3 Reception Rooms Decking Southerly in Aspect Double Glazed Alarm Large Utility Large Master Suite Entrance Hall    Solid maple wood flooring, feature stair case, wainscoting walls, coving and centre rose, wall light and radiator cover, brass switches and sockets Guest WC    Wainscoting walls, wc, whb and towel rail Family Room 4.233m x 3.926m. Dual aspect, bright light filled room, wood flooring, feature cast iron fireplace, coving, centre rose, brush chrome fixtures Living Room 3.936m x 6.053m. Feature marble fireplace with brass inset, bright, beautiful and inviting room, cosy and elegant, coving, centre rose, wall lights Kitchen Dining Room 6.865m x 4.234m. Large room, west facing, tiled floor and splash back, stainless steel sink, range master, large array of built in units, radiator cover, 2 Velux for extra light in this lovely bright room, inset lighting and door to sunroom Sunroom 3.984m x 5.774m. Tiled floor, inset lighting, high vaulted wooden ceiling, wood burning stove, French doors to decked area Utility Room 6.865m x 4.234m. Hot-press, fitted kitchen, tiled splash back, stainless steel sink, plumbed for washing machine and dryer, door to rear Landing    Wainscoting walls, centre rose, brass light switches Bedroom 1 4.269m x 5.389m. Fantastic master suite, facing to front, large array of built in wardrobes, beautiful and bright Ensuite    Fully tiled, wc, whb, sink in vanity unit and shower Bedroom 2 2.942m x 3.977m. Built in wardrobes, front facing Bedroom 3 4.269m x 3.259m. Built in wardrobes Bedroom 4 3.968m x 2.423m. Sliderobes Bathroom    Fully tiled, sink in vanity unit, wc, whb and bath Study 2.125m x 3.943m. Shelving, facing to front, wooden floor Garage 3.641m x 3.726m. Up and over door, shelving and electricity Outside    Beautiful landscaped gardens, large decked area to rear, paved patio area, garage is accessible to rear