Gatekeeper's Cottage, Lisnavagh, Rathvilly, Co. Carlow, R93K162

Gatekeeper's Cottage on 2 Ac (0.81 Ha) House 1,124 sq. ft. (104.42 sq. m) Key features 2 bedrooms Traditional stone construction South-easterly orientation Mature garden grounds Traditional outbuildings Charming period cottage set within a private position About this property Lot 3 – Gamekeeper’s cottage (About 2.08 Acres) Gamekeeper’s Cottage is a charming period cottage of traditional stone and slate construction set within a private position off a peaceful country road and surrounded by mature trees and rolling farmland. Entered through two stone pillars, the cottage is approached via a driveway flanked by trees and farmland. The bright and well-proportioned accommodation is predominantly laid out over a single storey, with a distinctive one-and-a-half storey return, extending to approximately 1,124 sq ft. The south-easterly orientation is a notable feature, drawing natural light throughout the day and perfectly showcasing the surrounding countryside and lands. Lattice windows are a notable feature. Internally, the cottage opens into a welcoming entrance hall, leading to a characterful kitchen complete with a Stanley cooker, alongside a cosy sitting room. The accommodation includes a ground-floor bedroom, with a further bedroom at first-floor level. To the rear, a utility room and bathroom are conveniently positioned beside the rear entrance. The cottage is serviced by private water supply and oil-fired central heating via the Stanley cooker. Please be advised that the selling agents have not checked the services and any purchaser should satisfy themselves with the availability and adequacy of all services. Outbuildings To the rear of the house lies an attractive range of traditional outbuildings, presently utilised for storage and including former kennels. BER Details - BER G - BER No.119623585 Local information Gamekeeper’s Cottage and Land at Lisnavagh occupies a tranquil and rural setting in the heart of County Carlow, conveniently located between the large neighbouring towns of Tullow and Baltinglass. The area is characterised by its rolling hills and productive farmland. Tullow, meaning ‘The Hill’ is a charming example of a traditional Irish town positioned on the River Slaney, providing a range of local amenities including a number of cafes, restaurants and pubs. The cottage is situated near the Wicklow and Carlow county border. County Wicklow is known as the Garden of Ireland and offers unspoilt countryside with mountains, upland lakes, steep sided glacial valleys, forests and farmland, together with a wonderful coastline and sandy beaches. Rathvilly (5 km) is an attractive village which provides facilities such as a supermarket, pub, pharmacy and café. Mount Wolseley, just 10 kilometres south of the property, is a magnificent hotel and golf resort set in the rolling countryside of Tullow. Complete with an award-winning Spa, Mount Wolseley offers extensive dining and leisure facilities. The property is very well situated for quality sporting and recreational activities including rugby, GAA, soccer, swimming and tennis to name a few. For racing enthusiasts, The Curragh, Punchestown and Naas Racecourses are all within driving distance. The River Slaney is regarded as one of the country’s finest coarse angling river fisheries with a mixed stock fishery.Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for with the championship course at Rathsallagh Golf Club (26 km), as well as Mount Wolseley Golf Resort (10 km) and Baltinglass Golf Club (14 km). Gamekeeper’s Cottage is surrounded by an excellent transportation system with bus and rail services available in Carlow (19 km). The M9 (connecting Dublin to Waterford) is just 22 kilometres distant and easily accessible. Dublin Airport is 106 kilometres to the north of the property. The land is situated in a region renowned for its fertile farmland and high-quality, free-draining soils, ideal for both livestock and tillage. The area benefits from a strong agricultural tradition and is well supported by a range of local services, including agricultural merchants, machinery suppliers, milk processors and livestock marts, including the nearby Tullow Mart.