FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY

A stunning & unique energy efficient eco friendly home of circa 342 sq.m (3,681 sq.ft) with old

cottage and top quality land all within a short distance of the M7 Motorway & Portlaoise.

CLONAD, PORTLAOISE, CO. LAOIS. On c. 14.5 Acres (5.8 ha)

BALLYCARNAN

Tel: (045) 433 550PSRA Licence No: 001536

LOCATION (Eircode: R32 D7YN):This superb property is in an excellent location less than 3km from the M7 giving direct and easy access to a range of destinations including Dublin 90km, Cork 170km, Carlow 38 km, Kilkenny 50km and Tullamore 34 km. Portlaoise is also served by a regular train and bus service to Dublin. Combined with easy accessibility the property is in a lovely country setting surrounded by agricultural land and close to historic towns of Abbeyleix 10km and Durrow 20km respectively.

Portlaoise, with a population of approx. 22,000 people is an important retail and commercial centre offering a wide range of services and amenities including education, shopping and recreational facilities. There are also a number of large employers in the town including the Regional Hospital, Department of Agriculture, Prison and Irish Rail. The Maldron hotel with swimming pool and gym is close by, Portlaoise RFC is within 5 minutes drive and the local GAA pitch is across the road.

DESCRIPTION:This is a modern and environmentally friendly house built in 2005 and extending to c.342 sq.m (3,681 sq.ft). It is a two storey over basement residence architecturally designed and constructed by a Canadian company using ICF (Nudura). Its superbly efficient design ensures low running cost and a splendid circular open plan design perfectly suited to family living.

The concept around an Nudura Performance home is based on comfort, energy efficiency and indoor air quality. The focus when the house was built centred on creating a home that was energy efficient, comfortable and healthy to live in, durable and easy to maintain with less impact on the environment.

Beautiful, spacious, architect-designed family home (circa 342 sq. m/3,681 sq.ft), close to Portlaoise town & M7 Motorway. This super energy-efficient property comes with top quality land & small stone cottage.

The house is approached via a recessed entrance and short winding drive. Its elevated position overlooks the balance of the land including a small broad leaf wood while located along the front boundary is an old cottage which was formerly used by Clonad GAA.

ACCOMMODATION:

HALL: 2.2m x 4.0m Double doors to outside, solid wooden floor.

STUDY: 4.3m x 3.4m Solid wooden floor.

SITTING ROOM: 6.6m x 4.8m Solid wooden floor, wood burning stove, tv point.

KITCHEN / LIVING ROOM: 8.0m x 8.0mBow shaped with solid wooden floor, wood burning stove, built in presses, oven, hob, & extractor. Double doors to decking.

PANTRY: 3.2m x 3.5m Built in presses & solid wooden floor.

BATHROOM: w.c & w.h.b

FIRST FLOOR

BEDROOM 1: 3.8m x 3.6m Door to balcony.

BATHROOM: Shower, w.c. w.h.b & bath.

BEDROOM 2 (MASTER): 4.7m x 3.9m Door to balcony with Ensuite with w.c, w.h.b and shower. Dressing room 2.7m x 4.3m (possible nursery).

CLONAD, PORTLAOISE, CO. LAOIS.

BALLYCARNAN

BEDROOM 3: 4.0m x 3.6m Door to balcony.

BEDROOM 4: 4.1m x 3.6m Door to balcony.

Stira stairs to attic which is fully floored.

BASEMENT

With access from outside this space is ideal for any number of uses including playroom, gym or den.

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These particulars are issued by Jordan Town and Country Estate Agents, on the understanding that any negotiations respecting the property mentioned are conducted through them. Every care is taken in preparing particulars but the firm do not hold themselves responsible for any inaccuracy in the particulars and terms of the property referred to, or for any expense that may be incurred in visiting same, should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn. Applicants are advised to make an appointment through us before viewing and are respectfully requested to report their opinion after inspection. Should the above not be suitable please let us know your exact requirements. Any reasonable offer will be submitted to the owner for consideration. © Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents 2019. All maps produced by permission of the Ordnance Survey Ireland License No. AU 0007515 © Government of Ireland.

Outside:There is a gravel drive leading to the house with mature gardens including various raised beds, lawn, large tunnel and kitchen garden interspersed with shrubs, hedging and some fruit and native trees. There is also vehicular access to the basement area of the house and there is an existing double shed which can be used for any number of purposes.

Cottage:There is a derelict cottage located to the front of the holding and which was originally used by Clonad GAA. It offers an abundance of potential upon renovation including as a self contained residence, home office, studio or recreation room.

The Land:The land is predominantly in grass with extensive road frontage. It is all good quality with circa 1.8 acres in timber. There are natural boundaries bounded by the Cush river on the west and hedgerows throughout and the land would be ideal for an hobby farmer or outdoor enthusiasts.

SPECIAL FEATURES:• Canadian pine flooring• Solid Canadian wooden doors & windows• Walk in condition• Ultra comfortable with very low running costs and

maintenance• Constant even temperature• Large area of sun drenched timber decking.• Cottage ideal for renovation / alternative use• Good quality land• Small woodland.

Edward Street, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Ph: +353 (0)45 433 550 Fax: +353 (0)45 434 122

e: info@jordancs.ie www.jordancs.ie

TITLE: Freehold

SERVICES: Mains water, septic tank, ESB, telephone, Geothermal heating (OFCH back up).

BER: 112237805

AMENITIES:Hunting: Laois, Kildares – Kilkennys – South Counties.Golf: Abbeyleix, The Heritage Killenard, Mountrath, Heath.Shopping: Portlaoise, Kildare Village Retail Outlet, Whitewater Shopping Centre Newbridge, Kilkenny cityRacing: Curragh, Punchestown, Naas and Gowran.Walking & Cycling: In Slieve Blooms, Emo Court, Togher and Heywood Gardens.Schools: Primary schools in Portlaoise and surrounding villages. Secondary schools in Portlaoise, Kilkenny College, Heywood, Mountrath, Roscrea & Knockbeg some of which are served by bus and all are easily accessible.

DIRECTIONS:From Dublin: Take the M7 south bound and exit at Junction 17 taking the N77 towards Abbeyleix. After circa 1.5km take left hand turn (signpost for Clonad GAA) and continue for 1km. The property will be on your left.

From Limerick: Take the M7 north bound and exit at Junction 17 taking the N77 towards Abbeyleix. After circa 1.5km take left hand turn (signpost for Clonad GAA) and continue for 1km. The property will be on your left.