Colvinstown, Tara, Co. Meath, C15HF62

OLDE-WORLDE DETACHED FARMHOUSE RESIDENCE ON c. 1.087 ACRES INCLUDING PADDOCK. Today Quillsen welcomes you to Tara. This magical residential country holding is beautifully set in magnificent Royal County countryside, conveniently located some 10km distant by road from the M3 (Junction 6 / Dunshaughlin). Located within the townland of Colvinstown, this property has much character and provides a safe country environment, free from the urban influences making it an ideal place to raise a family, and to call home. Incorporating, some 1.087 acres (SM) otherwise 0.44 of a hectare, the detached residence sits on its own private site and enjoys the presence of a grassland paddock to its southern side. The well sheltered grassland paddock, having an abundance of road frontage, has potential for the erection of an additional dwelling, subject to an applicant successfully securing the necessary planning approval in the future. Those requiring space will be well enamoured by this property. It presents a unique opportunity for those in search of the good life. There is no doubt, a horse or pony would love this as their home too. Chickens, goats, sheep, pigs, cattle or donkeys could be on the cards alongside a vegetable garden and a polytunnel, who knows? Opportunity and potential abound here. The dwelling, a country style two-storey residence, principally incorporates three reception rooms and four bedrooms in addition to the usual ancillary accommodation for a house of its time. The ground floor accommodates: Entrance Hall, Living Room, Family Room, Study, Kitchen/Dining Room, Utility Room, Shower/Bathroom, Bedroom (4th) and Rear Hall. At first floor level, there is a Landing in addition to three bedrooms (4th bedroom on ground floor). While the house is homely, it would benefit from a refurbishment and retrofit. Being vacant since June 2024, it will likely qualify for the Vacant Homes Refurbishment Grant and maybe other supports too. As an added bonus, there are useful out-buildings included which could be utilised for a multitude of purposes too. HOUSING GRANTS & SUPPORT SCHEMES* As of 1st May 2023, amongst the Government initiatives, there is up to €50,000 under the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant for residential properties that are vacant two or more years which require necessary prescribed works. Other measures include up to €26,750 under the SEAI Better Energy Home Scheme. (* Subject to qualification and conditions. Interested parties should make their own independent enquiries in relation to same, in order to satisfy their applicability, availability, conditionality and qualification.) LOCATION Set in the heart of the Boyne Valley, amongst rolling countryside, this property is located some 4km, as the crow flies, southeast of the Hill of Tara, the ancient ceremonial and burial site and seat of the High Kings of Ireland that also features in Irish mythology. Only 1.5km away and fronting the L1005, is St Colmcille`s primary school together with church (RC), located opposite. A further 700 metres takes one to Oberstown Crossroads with Swans public house and shop. A little further up, one will find Fox`s Castle Lounge as well as Mrs O`s` J. O`Connell`s, the iconic public house and horse stables featured in the Guinness White Christmas` advertisement. Ross Crossroads on the R147 is located some 3km distant by road via the L1005. Connection with the L5013 at Trevet is only some 3.5km and a further 3km takes you right into Dunshaughlin. Rathfeigh Crossroads on the N2 can be reached after 8km drive, or 10km takes you to Kilmoon Crossroads, closer towards Ashbourne on the N2. Both the R147 and the N2 ensure easy connection with the M3 and M2 motorways respectively, and ultimately with the M50. The vibrant and ever-expanding town of Dunshaughlin, offers a superb array of cafes, hostelries excellent pre-school, primary and secondary school campuses alongside extensive retail including SuperValu, Aldi and Lidl outlets as well as personal care, professional, commercial and healthcare offerings amongst others. The town of Navan is some 15km distant while the expanding centres of Ratoath and Ashbourne are 12km and 16.5km distant respectively. These urban centres provide for an extensive range of shopping facilities, restaurants, pubs, cinemas, business services and much more. Blanchardstown Centre is a 25-minute drive. The location is popular with commuters offering an easy commute to Dublin City and Airport. There is a local bus network servicing the locality as well as an extensive commuter service along the R147 (bus stop located at Garlow Cross). In addition, M3 Parkway, a commuter train service (park and ride) at Dunboyne is a twenty minute or so drive from the property. The local national school, St Colmcille`s at Skyrne, is only 1.5km away and there is an excellent choice of post primary schools too including those at Dunshaughlin, Ratoath and Navan. The area scores high in terms of recreational and sporting facilities with an extensive range of sport codes accommodated. Gaelic football, hurling, soccer and rugby are particularly well facilitated locally. Rathfeigh Pitch and Putt is located close by. The golf enthusiast will be impressed by fantastic courses within a few minutes drive including the famous Jack Nicklaus designed course at Killeen Castle, Royal Tara Golf Club and Black Bush Golf Club. Race-goers will be spoilt with Navan Racecourse and Fairyhouse close by. Of course, Tattersalls is located adjacent to the latter. As well as the Hill of Tara, other local attractions include castles at Slane and Trim; Brú na Bóinne including Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth; Bective Abbey; and the Battle of the Boyne visitor centre amongst others. There are numerous water and fishing based activities set along the Boyne and Blackwater rivers. For the family, Balrath Woods, Newgrange Farm and Red Mountain Open Farm are a short drive and nearby Tayto Park offers the exhilarating Cú Chulainn Coaster among the many other attractions. LOTTING The vendors reserve the right to dispose of the property in its entirety as a single lot, or in lots as outlined below: Lot 1: Residence and out-building/s set on circa 0.469 of an acre SM, otherwise 0.19ha approx. Lot 2: Paddock that extends to c. 0.618 of an acre (SM), otherwise 0.25ha approx. Lot 3 - The Entire: Residential holding that extends to 1.087 acres, otherwise 0.44ha approx. VIEWING To fully appreciate all this unique property has to offer, viewing is highly recommended, but strictly by appointment through the selling agent, Quillsen. Please telephone 046 9022100. ARE YOU THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME OR A PROPERTY? Quillsen have branch offices across Dublin including those at Dún Laoghaire, Fairview, Ranelagh and Terenure, as well as a regional office in Meath`s county town, Navan. This enables and ensures that we provide a superior property service throughout Counties Dublin and Meath, as well as into the adjoining parts of Counties Louth, Cavan, Offaly, Kildare and Wicklow. Our name is synonymous with the sale of residential properties, both urban and rural, as well as development land, farm and country properties. Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.