Ballyneale House, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, V94E729

For sale by private treaty through Offr Platform or online auction if not sold THE PROPERTY IS OFFERED FOR SALE ON A STRICTLY AS IS BASIS AND SUBJECT TO EXISTING TENANCIES, LICENCES OR RIGHTS OF OCCUPATION. VACANT POSSESSION WILL NOT BE PROVIDED. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN AS TO OCCUPATION OR RIGHTS TO OCCUPY AND PURCHASERS MUST RELY ENTIRELY ON THEIR ENQUIRIES. Ballyneale House is a substantial classical country residence dating from 1853, set within approximately 36.7 acres of private parkland in a secluded yet accessible location in west County Limerick. The house retains an imposing stone façade and well-balanced proportions, with extensive accommodation arranged over several levels. While the architectural integrity and scale of the property remain evident, the house requires further works, offering an incoming purchaser the opportunity to complete and restore the residence to their own specification. The estate includes rolling lawns, mature woodland, an ornamental lake and an attractive stone courtyard to the rear of the house, surrounded by a range of traditional outbuildings. These buildings provide significant scope for refurbishment and alternative uses. Despite its tranquil setting, the property is well located close to Ballingarry village, with easy access to Newcastle West, Charleville and Shannon International Airport, making Ballyneale House a rare opportunity to acquire and complete a large country estate with strong architectural presence and landholding in a well-connected part of the country. BALLNEALE HOUSE Built in 1853, Ballyneale House is a substantial classical country residence set in a private and secluded position, while remaining well located between Newcastle West and Charleville, Co. Cork. The house occupies an elevated position within its grounds, with rolling lawns extending away from the front of the property towards an ornamental lake with a central island. The surrounding lands retain the structure of a traditional country demesne, although areas now require reinstatement and ongoing management. The main residence presents a distinguished five-bay stone façade with projecting two-storey wings and classical arched detailing. Its southerly aspect and raised ground floor provide open views across the surrounding lands and allow for good natural light throughout. The architectural proportions and external features of the house remain intact, offering a strong framework for completion and restoration. Access to the house is via a flight of stone steps leading to the principal entrance, set within an ornate classical stone doorcase with fanlight. Internally, the original layout is arranged around a central reception hall extending the full depth of the house, incorporating a staircase and tall windows designed to maximise light. The principal reception rooms are positioned off this central axis and benefit from elevated outlooks and generous proportions. While many original features remain evident, the interior requires further works, allowing an incoming purchaser to complete the accommodation to their own specification. The accommodation is arranged over multiple levels, with space historically allocated to reception rooms at upper ground floor level, service and family rooms at lower ground floor level opening directly to the rear courtyard, and bedroom accommodation at first floor level. The upper floors provide for several bedroom suites and a study, many enjoying open views across the grounds. Overall, Ballyneale House offers a rare opportunity to restore and complete a large-scale period residence of architectural merit in a well-connected yet private rural setting. GROUNDS AND LANDS The property extends to approximately 36.7 acres (14.85 hectares), comprising a mix of parkland, mature woodland, lawns and estate grounds that together provide a strong sense of privacy and enclosure. The lands gently fall away from the front of the house and include open grassland interspersed with mature trees, offering long internal views and a natural setting for the main residence. An ornamental lake with a central island forms a focal point within the grounds and is approached via informal pleasure walks that meander through the estate. The layout of the lands reflects the original design of a traditional country demesne, with shelterbelts, avenues and garden areas positioned to frame views and protect the house. While some areas would benefit from reinstatement and ongoing management, the underlying structure of the grounds remains clearly defined. The scale of the landholding provides flexibility for a range of uses, including private amenity, leisure, equestrian or conservation purposes, subject to any necessary consents. COURTYARD AND OUTBUILDINGS To the rear of the main house is an attractive stone courtyard, enclosed on three sides by a range of traditional stone buildings under slate roofs. The courtyard forms an important architectural and functional component of the estate and historically served as the service and working heart of the property. The outbuildings include former coach houses, stores, staff accommodation and ancillary estate buildings, some of which have seen partial conversion in recent years, while others remain suitable for refurbishment or adaptation. The courtyard retains strong visual cohesion, with cut stone walls, original openings and a sense of enclosure that lends itself well to further residential, guest or ancillary use, subject to planning. Additional outbuildings are located elsewhere on the estate, including former lodges and garden structures, offering further potential to enhance and complement the main residence. As with the house, these buildings would benefit from completion and modernisation but represent a valuable and flexible asset within the wider holding. LOCATION Ballyneale House is located close to the village of Ballingarry, a traditional rural village in west County Limerick offering local amenities including shops, primary school, church and community facilities. The larger market towns of Newcastle West and Charleville provide a wider range of services, secondary schools, supermarkets, cafés and sporting amenities. Despite its private setting, the property enjoys excellent transport connectivity. Shannon International Airport is approximately 55 km away and offers regular UK, European and transatlantic flights. Cork Airport and Dublin Airport are also accessible for broader international travel. The surrounding road network allows convenient access to Limerick city and the wider Munster region, making the property suitable for both full-time residence and seasonal use. Grounds and Lands The property extends to approximately 36.7 acres (14.85 hectares), comprising a mix of parkland, mature woodland, lawns and estate grounds that together provide a strong sense of privacy and enclosure. The lands gently fall away from the front of the house and include open grassland interspersed with mature trees, offering long internal views and a natural setting for the main residence. An ornamental lake with a central island forms a focal point within the grounds and is approached via informal pleasure walks that meander through the estate. The layout of the lands reflects the original design of a traditional country demesne, with shelterbelts, avenues and garden areas positioned to frame views and protect the house. While some areas would benefit from reinstatement and ongoing management, the underlying structure of the grounds remains clearly defined. The scale of the landholding provides flexibility for a range of uses, including private amenity, leisure, equestrian or conservation purposes, subject to any necessary consents. Courtyard and Outbuildings To the rear of the main house is an attractive stone courtyard, enclosed on three sides by a range of traditional stone buildings under slate roofs. The courtyard forms an important architectural and functional component of the estate and historically served as the service and working heart of the property. The outbuildings include former coach houses, stores, staff accommodation and ancillary estate buildings, some of which have seen partial conversion in recent years, while others remain suitable for refurbishment or adaptation. The courtyard retains strong visual cohesion, with cut stone walls, original openings and a sense of enclosure that lends itself well to further residential, guest or ancillary use, subject to planning. Additional outbuildings are located elsewhere on the estate, including former lodges and garden structures, offering further potential to enhance and complement the main residence. As with the house, these buildings would benefit from completion and modernisation but represent a valuable and flexible asset within the wider holding. LOCATION Ballyneale House is located close to the village of Ballingarry, a traditional rural village in west County Limerick offering local amenities including shops, primary school, church and community facilities. The larger market towns of Newcastle West and Charleville provide a wider range of services, secondary schools, supermarkets, cafés and sporting amenities. Despite its private setting, the property enjoys excellent transport connectivity. Shannon International Airport is approximately 34 miles (55 km) away and offers regular UK, European and transatlantic flights. Cork Airport and Dublin Airport are also accessible for broader international travel. The surrounding road network allows convenient access to Limerick city and the wider Munster region, making the property suitable for both full-time residence and seasonal use. . TECHNICAL INFORMATION SERVICES | Mains electricity, well water, oil fired central heating, Foul drainage to a private system. SALE METHOD | Online auction unless previously sold. FIXTURES & FITTINGS | All fitted carpets and fitted lights are included in the sale. TENURE & POSSESSION | The property is being sold on an “as is” basis and is offered subject to the benefit of any existing tenancies, licences, or rights of occupation, whether formally documented or otherwise. Vacant possession will not be provided on completion, as part or all of the property may be occupied at that time. The vendor has limited information regarding the current occupation arrangements and does not provide representations or warranties as to the identity of occupiers, the extent or nature of occupation, or the terms or enforceability of any tenancy or licence. Any available occupancy information will be limited to what is disclosed in the legal documentation. Inspections are subject to occupier cooperation and existing rights of occupation. The vendor does not hold keys to occupied areas and will not be required to provide access or keys for those areas on completion. Any rental deposits or security payments paid by occupiers are not held by the vendor and will not transfer with the sale. Purchasers should make their own enquiries and satisfy themselves as to all matters relating to occupation prior to purchase. VIEWING | Strictly By Private Appointment.