Bushy Park House, Bushypark, Galway, H91PN0N

A distinguished early Georgian Country Estate on the banks of the River Corrib, occupying an exceptional elevated setting with commanding panoramic views across the surrounding countryside, the River Corrib and Lough Corrib. Bushy Park House is an early Georgian country residence dating from circa 1730. The residence is of significant historical and cultural importance to Galway having originally been the home of some of the merchant families and “The Tribes of Galway”. It started as the seat of The Burke Family, then McDonnell and Barlow families and in the mid 19th century was the home to two generations of the Martin Family notably Robert Martin (Humanity Dick) famous as an MP and founder of The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), King George IV bestowed the nickname on him. The Tribes of Galway were fourteen merchant families who ruled Galway for over 300 years. Set within approximately 17.36 hectares (42.88 acres) of lands, this historic estate combines the elegance and character of a period country house with the rarity of extensive lands and river frontage within the city. Located within the bounds of Galway City, accessed directly off the N59 Galway to Clifden road and approached along a private avenue. The house enjoys a remarkable position overlooking the Corrib landscape, with sweeping vistas extending towards Lough Corrib and beyond, southwards along the River Corrib as it flows to Galway Bay. The house retains the timeless proportions and presence associated with early Georgian architecture. It is at a point in its life cycle and history where it will benefit from investment, refurbishment and upgrading. The lands are an exceptional and rare feature in this city location offering quality agricultural lands, as well as a beautiful amenity. Of the total holding, approximately 32 acres comprise quality agricultural lands suitable for a range of farming and includes an original walled garden. A further 10.88 acres front the river and form part of a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC), noted for its ecological significance and natural beauty and riverside setting. Bushy Park House represents a rare fusion of architectural heritage, a landmark home, elevated position, spectacular views, prime riverside setting and landholding all within Galway City. Entrance Hall: Feature fanlight over window. Sitting Room: Elegant dual aspect room, feature fireplace with marble surround, tile and cast iron inset. Conservatory: Raised conservatory with panoramic views, timber floor, double glazed. Kitchen: Fitted kitchen units, fireplace with brick surround, oil fired stove. Rear Hall: Stairwell access to basement and first floor, guest wc. Basement Level: Inner hall. Store Room 1 Store Room 2 Store Room 3: Cobble stone floor. Store Room 4 Hall: Rear door access. First Floor Landing: Feature stairwell. Bedroom 1: Built in wardrobe, double room. Seating Area: Open landing area with seating. Bedroom 2: Open fireplace with timber surround and cast iron fireplace. Bedroom 3: Built in wardrobe, open fireplace. Bathroom: Tiled floor and walls, large shower with electric shower unit, wc, wash hand basin. Bedroom 4: Small single room. Attic Level Landing: Open landing aarea. Attic Room 1: Open fireplace, two windows. Attic room 2: Small room with feature fanlight window. Attic Room 3: Open fireplace, two windows. Rear Courtyard: Natural stone walls, old dairy shed. External: Yard, gated concrete surfaced yard. Two natural stone stables. Cow shed with stalls. Old coach house in ruins. 3 span galvanised sheds. Hay shed in ruins. Cattle yard and pen with crush. Exterior: Accessed via tarmac avenue to front of residence with gravel drive parking area. Gardens and lawn to front, side garden in lawn with mature trees and shrub bed. To rear of residence is a walled enclosed yard which originally had cobble stone surface. Back lane access to farm yard with a hardcore surface.