Real estate Kilkenny: 2 properties and houses for sale

Property for sale - Chantry House Chantry House is a distinguished early twentieth-century residence set amidst approximately 0.6 hectares (1.4 acres) of mature, landscaped grounds. Constructed in 1928, this impressive detached home stands as a testament to enduring architectural character, thoughtfully restored and reimagined to meet the expectations of contemporary living. It has undergone a meticulous programme of refurbishment, preserving the integrity and charm of the original structure while introducing refined modern finishes of exceptional quality. The result is a residence that effortlessly balances period elegance with contemporary sophistication. Approached through a striking pillared entrance and along a sweeping double driveway, the property immediately conveys a sense of arrival and distinction. Entrance steps lead to double-leaf glass panelled doors opening into a welcoming porch, setting the tone for the refined interiors beyond. Inside, the accommodation unfolds with a natural flow and generous proportions, each room benefitting from an abundance of light and carefully considered detailing. The ground floor offers a harmonious blend of formal and informal living spaces. Two gracious reception rooms provide an ideal setting for entertaining or quiet relaxation, while the beautifully designed open-plan living and dining area creates a bright and inviting heart to the home. The bespoke kitchen is fitted to an exacting standard, combining functionality with elegant design, and is complemented by a separate pantry and utility room, ensuring practicality without compromising style. Throughout, the interiors reflect impeccable attention to detail, with finishes selected to enhance both comfort and aesthetic appeal. To the rear of the residence lies an attractive internal courtyard, adding further character and versatility to the property. One of the adjoining outbuildings has been upgraded and modernised into warehouse space, complete with rollers shutter door, whilst the other out houses present significant potential for additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning permission. This flexible space enhances the overall adaptability of the home and offers exciting scope for future development. Ascending to the first floor, five generously proportioned double bedrooms provide luxurious private accommodation. Each bedroom benefits from its own ensuite bathroom, offering a rare level of comfort and convenience. The design of these rooms ensures both privacy and elegance, making them ideally suited to family living or to hosting guests in style. The surrounding grounds extend to approximately 1.4 acres laid in lawns and a well-established orchard of apple trees. While Chantry House currently serves as a magnificent private residence, its scale, layout, and strategic location present a wealth of alternative opportunities. Its proximity to the M9 Dublin, Waterford motorway ensures excellent connectivity, making it ideally positioned for ventures such as boutique hospitality, a retreat or wellness centre, corporate headquarters, or a destination restaurant, craft or garden centre. The property’s flexibility, combined with its architectural charm and accessibility, sets it apart as an exceptional investment opportunity as well as a remarkable home, all subject to the requisite permissions. Chantry House represents a rare chance to acquire a substantial and beautifully restored period residence of true distinction. It offers the unique combination of refined country living within a close-knit community, while remaining conveniently connected to major transport routes and amenities. Elegant, versatile and impeccably presented, this is a property of enduring appeal and exceptional potential.

Property for sale - A most attractive 19 th Century country house superbly set within pleasant gardens overlooking the Nore river valley and enjoying fishing and frontage onto the King’s River. Enjoying a highly desirable location between the charming villages of Stoneyford and Bennettsbridge and less than a 15-minute drive to medieval Kilkenny City. Extending to 24.5-acres (9.9-hectares) the mature grounds are quite delightful and include glorious river and woodland walks, walled grazing paddocks, a stone courtyard and formal gardens. Built in the Classical style and enjoying a rich provenance, Annamult House dates to circa 1825 and incorporates the fabric of an older house, thought to date to circa 1690. A comprehensive restoration in 2011 sympathetically preserved the strong architectural merit and classical architectural detailing alongside ensuring a pleasant and comfortable home for 21 st Century living. The accommodation is well proportioned and extends to 7,917 square feet (735.5 square metres) and includes a large reception hall, 4 reception rooms and 7 principal bedrooms. A magical gravelled drive rolls past mature woodland onto an arched sweep capturing views to both the King’s River and River Nore on arrival to the front door set attractively within a stone veranda porch. The interior features generously proportioned rooms with high ceilings and fine tall windows giving good natural light. The drawing room and an ante room combing through folding timber doors to extend the entire depth of the south-side of the house and marvellously linking to the gardens from twin sets of glazed French doors. Indeed, all the main reception rooms interconnect well to allow fine entertaining. Intact features from the Classical design include marble chimneypieces, ceiling cornices and central roses, window shuttering and panelled doors. Restoration improvements include comprehensive upgrades or entire replacement of plumbing, wiring, roofing and windows, a new kitchen, new bathrooms and fibre broadband. A principal bedroom suite has a shower room and dressing room. There are 4 further bedrooms suites and 2 further bedrooms, which share a large bathroom or could all combine to present a substantial bedroom suite. Annamult House is situated amidst beautifully mature grounds where the informal gardens immediately adjacent to the house include a variety of mature shrubs and trees and link seamlessly to the grassy banks of the King’s River and to the surrounding woodland. An attractive courtyard with stone outbuildings and old stables adjoins the house. A combination of garden paths, river walks and woodland trails allow the glorious grounds and a variety of wildlife to be easily enjoyed. Grazing paddocks allow horses or ponies to be kept. Private fishing rights along the owned banks of the King’s River. Situated within the Nore river valley the Annamult area is a favoured destination to enjoy peaceful and picturesque living within easy reach of fashionable Kilkenny City, quaint bustling village life and the nearby renowned Mount Juliet Resort (hotel, golfing, spa, restaurant, equestrian facilities). A bridge once linked Annamult to the Mount Juliet Estate across the river. The nearby village of Bennetsbridge is synonymous with pottery and crafts while covering daily shopping needs. Both Stoneyford (2.5 miles or 4 km) and Bennettsbridge (3.1 miles or 5 km) have primary schools. Kilkenny city offers a variety of boutique shops, schools (primary and secondary), hospitals (public and private), pubs, theatres, cafes and quality restaurants include the Campagne and Lady Helen with Michelin stars. The nearby Nore Valley Walk extends along the river Nore (6 miles or 10 km). Annamult House is extremely accessible with the M9 Dublin-Waterford motorway access a 10-minute drive, allowing access to Dublin city and airport within 90-minutes. There are frequent rail services on the Dublin-Waterford line from Kilkenny station. Link buses connect the villages to Kilkenny city