Presentation Convent, Francis Street, Wexford Town, Co. Wexford, Y35P9CF
€500,000
- Price per m²:€442
- Estimated Stamp Duty:€5,000
- Selling Type:By Private Treaty
About this property
Highlights
- Large Former Convent
- 21 Bedrooms
- Town Centre Location
- Large Rear Garden
Description
Located in the heart of Wexford Town, this former convent presents the opportunity for a purchaser to introduce modern adaptations, creating a truly unique property. The property includes a three-storey residential building of approximately 1,131 sq.m (12,173 sq.ft.) comprising 23 bedrooms, a chapel, and large rear garden. Location The subject property occupies a central and highly accessible position in Wexford Town. The Presentation Convent enjoys a prominent profile fronting onto Francis Street, bounded by the Franciscan Friary to the east, the Presentation Secondary School to the south, and the Ferns Diocesan Youth Service (FDYS) to the west. The surrounding area offers an excellent mix of local amenities, including schools, shops, and community services, while Wexford Town Centre - just a short walk or drive away - provides an extensive range of additional facilities. Description This substantial property comprises a three-storey residential building of approximately 1,131 sq.m (12,173 sq.ft.) comprising 23 bedrooms, a chapel, and large rear garden. The ground floor features two parlours, two expansive living rooms, two bedrooms, a dining room, a kitchen and two utility rooms. The upper floors comprise 21 bedrooms, several WCs and a chapel with sacristy. Set on approximately 0.527 acres, the property is in reasonable condition, but substantial refurbishment and remodelling would be required to unlock this unique property's full potential. Subject to obtaining the proper planning permission, potential commercial uses for the property could include, guesthouse, boutique hotel, culinary school, healthcare facility, nursing home, community building, office, culture/arts venue, retreat centre, etc. Additionally, the property could be subdivided into several smaller residential units or apartments (s.p.p). The former Presentation Convent is included in Wexford County Council's Record of Protected Structures under the following NIAH reference number: 15502157 Further information can be found at www.avisonyoung.ie
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| School Name | Davitt Road National School | Distance | 270m | Pupils | 79 |
| School Name | Our Lady Of Fatima Sp S | Distance | 330m | Pupils | 117 |
| School Name | Mercy School, Wexford | Distance | 420m | Pupils | 380 |
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| School Name | Cbs Primary Wexford | Distance | 500m | Pupils | 366 |
| School Name | St John Of God Primary School | Distance | 1.0km | Pupils | 236 |
| School Name | Scoil Charman | Distance | 1.2km | Pupils | 207 |
| School Name | Kennedy Park National School | Distance | 1.3km | Pupils | 406 |
| School Name | Scoil Mhuire, Coolcotts | Distance | 1.3km | Pupils | 612 |
| School Name | Wexford Educate Together National School | Distance | 1.8km | Pupils | 205 |
| School Name | Gorey Hill School | Distance | 2.6km | Pupils | 24 |
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| School Name | Presentation Secondary School | Distance | 170m | Pupils | 981 |
| School Name | Selskar College (coláiste Sheilscire) | Distance | 450m | Pupils | 390 |
| School Name | Christian Brothers Secondary School | Distance | 460m | Pupils | 721 |
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| School Name | St. Peter's College | Distance | 560m | Pupils | 784 |
| School Name | Bridgetown College | Distance | 13.4km | Pupils | 637 |
| School Name | Meanscoil Gharman | Distance | 15.5km | Pupils | 228 |
| School Name | Coláiste Abbáin | Distance | 18.3km | Pupils | 461 |
| School Name | St Mary's C.b.s. | Distance | 19.1km | Pupils | 772 |
| School Name | Coláiste Bríde | Distance | 19.5km | Pupils | 753 |
| School Name | Enniscorthy Community College | Distance | 20.8km | Pupils | 472 |
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 380m | Stop | Summerhill | Route | Wx2 | Destination | Wexford Station | Provider | Wexford Bus |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 390m | Stop | Custom House Quay | Route | Wx2 | Destination | Wexford Station | Provider | Wexford Bus |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 390m | Stop | Custom House Quay | Route | 387 | Destination | Wexford | Provider | Tfi Local Link Wexford |
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 390m | Stop | Crescent Quay | Route | Um04 | Destination | Crescent Quay | Provider | Ardcavan Coach Tours |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 400m | Stop | Custom House Quay | Route | 387 | Destination | Rosslare Europort | Provider | Tfi Local Link Wexford |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 400m | Stop | Custom House Quay | Route | Wx1 | Destination | Wexford Station | Provider | Wexford Bus |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 410m | Stop | Crescent Quay | Route | Wx2 | Destination | Wexford Station | Provider | Wexford Bus |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 410m | Stop | Crescent Quay | Route | Um04 | Destination | Maynooth University North Campus | Provider | Ardcavan Coach Tours |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 410m | Stop | Crescent Quay | Route | 387 | Destination | Wexford | Provider | Tfi Local Link Wexford |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 420m | Stop | Custom House Quay | Route | 390 | Destination | Kilmore Quay | Provider | Wexford Bus |
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