Garrison House, Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow, R93X2C9

Sherry FitzGerald McDermott are honoured to present for sale Garrison House, a most unique and historically relevant residence. Perched on the bank of the river Barrow in the centre of the picturesque village of Leighlinbridge, this completely restored Georgian manor house dates from c 1760 and is steeped in historical significance, firstly as the site of the Black Castle and also as a former military garrison. The site is commonly regarded as the birthplace of John Tyndall, the renowned scientist, whose father was stationed in the then RIC barracks in 1820, the year of his birth. Constructed as a detached, five-bay, three-storey residence, with a round-headed architrave granite door case, it has flanking two-storey wings and a full three-storey bow to it's rear. The current configuration supports eight bedrooms with nine bathrooms throughout its 510m² interior, while either wing can comfortably be modified to support self-contained units. Room proportions remain true to its Georgian roots, with ceiling heights and window openings further endorsing its period feel. The property was acquired by its current owners in 1998, with a comprehensive renovation program immediately undertaken, addressing everything from subfloor to rooftop and all in between. The quality of workmanship throughout is exceptional and the entire now presents a contemporary living space of the highest quality. The site is accessed via an arched and gated entrance from the main street, with extensive parking located to the front of the residence. Surrounding gardens extend to 1.5 acres, set in mature lawn and orchard area in the main, while two extensive and functional patio areas perfectly blend internal and external living experiences. Anchored on the north-west corner of the holding immediately adjacent to the spectacular six-arched Valerian bridge over the Barrow, stand the ruins of the Black Castle, originally dating from 1181 and rebuilt c 1547. While under the control of the OPW, the new owners of Garrison House will become custodians of this stunning feature. The holding, located in the centre of the village, enjoys village centre zoning, suggesting the possibility of further development. It further benefits from access to all mains services, while the main Carlow/Kilkenny Road presents immediate access to surrounding towns, national routes, rail link and motorway (M9 J6 - 4km) Leighlinbridge is long regarded as one of the most picturesque villages in Leinster and supports many nationally recognised amenities including The Lord Bagenal Hotel and the award-winning Arboretum Garden Centre. The area is surrounded by quality farmlands with a strong association with the thriving bloodstock sector. Viewings of this magnificent home are invited on a strictly appointment basis. Entrance Hall 6.05m x 2.70m. Teak hall door from yard. Fan light feature. Coving. Rear glass panelled door. Ceramic tiled floor. Solid Oak stairwell to upper. Sitting Room 6.12m x 4.36m. Twin windows to front. Feature bow window to rear. Curtains, poles and pelmets. Carpets. Feature solid fuel fireplace. Double doors to annex. Dining Room 6.02m x 4.28m. Twin windows to front. Window and uPVC door to rear. Feature solid fuel fireplace. Coving. Twin central lights. Curtains and poles. Landing 1 4.18m x 2.49m. Salvaged pitch pine timber floor. Return Oak staircase. Mezzanine level windows. Bedroom 1 4.98m x 6.06m. Twin windows to front and rear. Curtains and poles. Pitch pine timber floor. Coving. Bathroom 1 2.58m x 1.73m. Window to front, curtains and pole. Pitch pine timber floor. Part tiled wall. Toilet, sink and bath. Mixer tap shower arrangement above bath. Shower screen. Bedroom 2 4.31m x 6.16m. Master Room Window to front. Feature bow window to rear. Curtains and pole. Pitch pine timber floor. En-suite off. En-Suite 1.86m x 1.76m. Window to front, timber blind. Pitch pine timber floor. Toilet, sink and corner shower cubicle. Vintage style mains shower unit. Landing 2 4.25m x 2.49m. Salvaged pitch pine timber floor. Return Oak staircase. Mezzanine level windows. Bedroom 3 6.10m x 4.32m. Twin window to front and rear. Window to side. Curtains, pole and blind. T&G pine timber floor. Twin lighting. Bathroom 2 2.46m x 1.67m. Window to front, blinds, curtains and pole. T&G timber floor. Toilet, sink and bath. Bedroom 4 5.87m x 4.17m. Windows to front and sides. Curtains and blinds. Feature bow window overlooking river. Pitch pine timber floor. En-suite off. En-Suite 1.80m x 1.70m. Window to front, blind. Pitch pine timber floor. Toilet, sink, corner shower cubicle. Mains shower unit. Left Annex Games Room 5.56m x 7.29m. Double doors off Reception 1. Solid Oak timber floor. Twin windows to front and rear, blinds. Corner bow detail with wall mirrors. Coving. Rear hall off. Rear Hall 3.29m x 1.78. Pine double glazed door to side patio. Pine stairs to upper floor. W.C. off. Solid Oak timber floor. W.C. 2.01m x 1.39m. Solid Oak timber floor. Toilet, sink and extractor fan. Landing 3 3.25m x 2.89m. Gable end window. Curtains and pole. Pitch pine timber floor Bedroom 5 5.56m x 2.97m. Double room, twin Velux windows to front. Pitch pine timber floor. En-suite off. En-Suite 2.23m x 1.75m. Pitch pine timber floor. Toilet, sink, corner shower cubicle. Antique radiator and heated rail. Mains shower unit. Part tiled walls. Bedroom 6 4.54m x 2.74m. Velux window to rear. Pitch pine timber floor. En-suite off. En-Suite 1.72m x 1.56m. Pitch pine timber floor. Toilet, sink, corner shower cubicle. Mains shower unit with tiled walls. Velux window to rear. Right Annex Kitchen 6.06m x 5.95m. Window to front. Twin windows and glass panelled door to rear. Quarry tiled floor. Feature brick fireplace. Fully fitted, painted floor and wall units. Granite work tops and tiled splash back. Leisure range style cooker, extractor hood. Belfast sink. Feature spiral stairs to upper floor. Utility 3.92m x 1.46m. Glass panelled door from front yard. Quarry tiled floor. Fitted storage unit. Plumbing for utility machines. Landing 4 2.54m x 2.58m. Pitch pine timber floor. Large walk-in hotpress to front. Bathroom 2.41m x 2.01m. Velux window to rear. Pitch pine timber floor. Toilet, sink and bath. Bedroom 7 4.31m x 3.14m. Window to rear, curtains and pole. Velux window. Pitch pine timber floor. Bedroom 8 4.18m x 3.12m. Twin windows to front, blinds. Pitch pine timber floor.