The Sweep, Piltown, The Sweep, Co. Kilkenny, E32DC44
€190,000
- Estimated Stamp Duty:€1,900
- Selling Type:By Private Treaty
About this property
Highlights
- ➡️ Historic Pedigree: Originally built for the Bessborough Estate with many original features and timberwork intact.
- ➡️ Dual Heating System: Features a Stanley solid fuel stove with back boiler alongside a comprehensive oil-fired central heating system.
- ➡️ Generous Grounds: Situated on c. 0.3 of an acre, providing plenty of space for gardening, recreation, or future development.
- ➡️ Extensive Outbuildings: Includes a garage, a two-span hayshed, and several character stores.
- ➡️ Paddock Access: A spacious, well-fenced paddock located to the side and rear of the residence.
Description
The Sweep is a charming detached cottage that offers a rare blend of local heritage and significant future potential. Originally constructed for the prestigious Bessborough Estate, this residence has been carefully maintained over the years, retaining much of its original timberwork and authentic character. Set on a generous site of approximately 0.3 acres, the property feels deeply rooted in the Kilkenny landscape while remaining exceptionally well-connected. The interior layout is centered around warmth and comfort. The primary living room features a classic Stanley solid fuel stove with a back boiler, which complements the oil-fired central heating system to ensure a cozy atmosphere throughout the seasons. The ground floor comprises a sitting room, a master bedroom, a bright kitchen with garden access, and a modern shower room. Adding to the home's unique personality, the original character ladder stairs lead to two versatile attic rooms, perfect for a home office or creative space. Externally, the property truly distinguishes itself. The grounds include a well-fenced paddock, a garage, and a traditional two-span hayshed, offering ample utility for hobbyists or those requiring extra storage. Whether you are seeking an enchanting starter home or a site with the breadth to extend and modernise (subject to planning permission), The Sweep presents a wonderful opportunity to create a bespoke country retreat just 23km from Waterford City.
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School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Owning National School | Distance | 1.8km | Pupils | 102 |
| School Name | Piltown National School | Distance | 2.3km | Pupils | 270 |
| School Name | Templeorum National School | Distance | 2.9km | Pupils | 46 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | Newtown Upper National School | Distance | 5.2km | Pupils | 49 |
| School Name | Presentation Primary School | Distance | 5.8km | Pupils | 289 |
| School Name | Carrick-on-suir Cbs | Distance | 5.9km | Pupils | 124 |
| School Name | Crehana National School | Distance | 6.4km | Pupils | 107 |
| School Name | Gaelscoil Charraig Na Siúire | Distance | 6.9km | Pupils | 111 |
| School Name | Ballyneale National School | Distance | 8.8km | Pupils | 80 |
| School Name | Moin Ruadh Mixed | Distance | 9.0km | Pupils | 58 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | Edmund Rice Secondary School | Distance | 5.0km | Pupils | 316 |
| School Name | Scoil Mhuire | Distance | 5.0km | Pupils | 486 |
| School Name | Comeragh College | Distance | 5.6km | Pupils | 565 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Name | Coláiste Cois Siúire | Distance | 10.9km | Pupils | 159 |
| School Name | Scoil Aireagail | Distance | 14.5km | Pupils | 197 |
| School Name | Our Lady Of Mercy Secondary School | Distance | 19.0km | Pupils | 498 |
| School Name | St Paul's Community College | Distance | 19.0km | Pupils | 760 |
| School Name | St Declan's Community College | Distance | 19.5km | Pupils | 817 |
| School Name | Presentation Secondary School | Distance | 19.5km | Pupils | 413 |
| School Name | Mount Sion Cbs Secondary School | Distance | 19.7km | Pupils | 469 |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bus | Distance | 2.3km | Stop | Piltown | Route | 55 | Destination | Limerick Bus Station | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 2.3km | Stop | Piltown | Route | 354 | Destination | Dunmore East | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 2.3km | Stop | Piltown | Route | 355 | Destination | Setu Cork Road | Provider | Bus Éireann |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bus | Distance | 2.3km | Stop | Piltown | Route | Wi05 | Destination | Parnell Street | Provider | Piltown Coaches |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 2.3km | Stop | Piltown | Route | 891 | Destination | Fiddown | Provider | Tfi Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.5km | Stop | Fiddown | Route | 891 | Destination | Kilkenny | Provider | Tfi Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Fiddown | Route | 354 | Destination | Dunmore East | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Fiddown | Route | 355 | Destination | Waterford | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Fiddown | Route | 55 | Destination | Waterford | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Fiddown | Route | Wi05 | Destination | Parnell Street | Provider | Piltown Coaches |
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- Date listed11/04/2026
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