POST AUCTION EDITORIAL - NEW PARK HOUSE, BALLYSAX, THE CURRAGH, CO. KILDARE ON C. 180 ACRES

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge had a great Auction in the Keadeen Hotel on Tuesday last for the sale of Newpark House, The Curragh on circa 180 acres. Before a packed Auction room of 60 people it was obvious from the outset that this was going to a lively affair. Paddy Jordan opened the bidding at €1.5m and with over 6 parties offering the price quickly rose to €3m at which point a quick recess and consultation with the vendor took place.

Mr Jordan arrived back into the room and declared the property on the market and at this stage 3 serious bidder competed before the hammer dropped at €3,200,000 equating to an overall price per acre of €17.7k.    

The purchaser was a Solicitor acting in trust for an undisclosed client. According to Mr. Jordan ‘Newpark House was one of the best farms he had offered for sale combining an excellent location with a superb quality holding’.

The land comprised a total of 180 acres all in one large block and mostly in tillage with extensive road frontage and several access points.   It was described as suitable for any number of uses. The period house extended to c.5,705 sq.ft and although in need of some modernisation was described by the selling agents as ‘in generally good condition throughout’.

The yard comprised several old sheds and there was also a Gate Lodge and additional staff house which were in good condition and presently occupied.

Jordan’s had been quoting €2.5m for the entire prior to the Auction and afterwards said ‘the sale had gone very well with strong interest from the outset and steady viewings. Brexit might hang over the market, but the fact remains that premium properties will always be in demand’.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/new-park-house-ballysax-on-c-180-acres-curragh-kildare/4364099

NEW TO MARKET - 15 GREENMOUNT PARK, GREEN ROAD, NEWBRIDGE, CO. KILDARE

MAGNIFICENT EXTENDED DETACHED 4 BEDROOM RESIDENCE.

Greenmount is a small modern residential development of semi-detached and detached homes built approximately 20 years.  Situated in a much sought after location on the Green Road only 675m from the Curragh edge which is an ideal amenity for leisurely walks, running cycling etc.  The property is overlooking a large Green area to front and farmland to rear, presented in showhouse condition throughout, containing c.165 sq. m. (c.1,776 sq. ft) of generous light filled accommodation with large kitchen/living extension to rear with superb views.  Features include PVC double glazed windows, gas fired central heating, security alarm system, wonderful kitchen/livingroom extension, maintenance free brick/dashed exterior, superb views to rear, modern high gloss fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, built-in wardrobes in 4 bedrooms and easy access of a good road and rail infrastructure only a two minute drive from the M7 Motorway access at Junction 12.

On entering the house you have entrance hall leading onto sittingroom with fireplace also off the hall is a familyroom with fitted presses and wooden floor.  To the rear of the house is a kitchen/dining/living area L shaped with modern high gloss fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and two sets of French doors leading garden and wooden deck.  Off the kitchen is a large utility.

Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes, main bedroom ensuite and family bathroom.

The property is for sale through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers 0454335500 who is guiding €395,000 and can be contacted for further information or appointments to view.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/15-greenmount-park-newbridge-kildare/4365251

POST AUCTION EDITORIAL - 17.5 ACRES AT CUTBUSH, THE CURRAGH, CO. KILDARE

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 17.5 acres at Cutbush, The Curragh, Co. Kildare by Auction on Thursday last for a figure of €525,000 equating to €30,000 per acre.

Before a small attendance of about 5 different parties bidding opened at €300,000 with 3 bidders up to €425,000 at which stage Auctioneer Clive Kavanagh put the property on the market. Two bidders then fought it out before the hammer fell at €525,000 to an unknown party.

The lands were laid out in one block, currently in two divisions with frontage onto the local road of approximately 130 metres. They were in arable use and there are existing housing developments located to the north, west and south.

The entire was within the village of Cutbush and it was estimated that circa 6 acres are zoned for ‘Settlement Expansion’ with the balance defined as agricultural and having some long term development potential.

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RESIDENTIALLY ZONED DEVELOPMENT LANDS - 20.27 ACRES (8.2 HA) AT NEWCASTLE, CO. WICKLOW

DEVELOPMENT LAND IN NEWCASTLE, CO. WICKLOW

(1) Racefield – c. 11.6 Acres (c. 4.69 Hectares)

(2) Sea Road – c. 8.67 Acres (c. 3.51 Hectares)

Situated in the picturesque sought after village environment of Newcastle, Co. Wicklow which is located c. 2 km east of the N11 at Junction 13, approximately 40 km south of Dublin City Centre.   The surrounding towns include Kilcoole 4 km, Greystones 8 km, Ashford 9½ km, Wickow Town 12 km and Newtownmountkennedy 5 km.

Newcastle is a small quiet village environment c. 1.2 km from the coast and beach with the benefit of pub, shop and garage.

Excellent transportation links are at hand with the N11 just 2 km, 84 Bus Route from the Village, DART from Greystones and Train Station in Kilcoole.  The Druids Glen Hotel and Golf Resort is only 3 km away along with Kilcoole Golf Club for the golfing enthusiast.  The area is very scenic with the coast line and Wicklow Mountains nearby ideal for walking or hiking.  Glenalough is approximately 25 minutes inland.

The lands which are zoned for residential development and offer short term grazing or agricultural opportunities, is being offered for sale as a single lot, set in two parcels:

Racefield Site - which is adjacent to the existing Racefield Development of 12 detached houses contains c. 11.6 acres (c. 4.69 hectares) on which planning permission previously existed for 41 houses which has expired.

Sea Road Site - is between Leamore Lane and Sea Road in the Village Centre containing c. 8.67 acres (c. 3.51 hectares).  We are not aware of any planning permission having previously been applied for on this site.

This is an ideal development opportunity and it is for sale through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers 045-433550 who is guiding €2.25m and can be contacted for further information.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/4-69-ha-at-racefield-3-51-ha-at-sea-road-newcastle-wicklow/4371820

NEW TO MARKET - HARWOOD HOUSE, CASTLEFISH, KILCULLEN, CO. KILDARE ON C. 5½ ACRES

Substantial Detached c.5,3 00 sq. ft. Residence on c.5 ½ Acres

with 9 Boxes and Sand Arena.

Harwood house is an exceptional detached 5 bedroom residence extending to c. 5,300 sq. ft. (c.492 sq. m.) of spacious well proportioned accommodation which was built in 1998 with PVC double glazed windows, oil fired central heating, PVC fascias/soffits and 5 ensuite bedrooms.  Approached through electric gates to a gravel drive the property stands on c.5 ½ Acres with 9 boxes, canteen/office facilities 3 span barn, sand arena and 3 paddocks.  Situated in a very accessible location only 3 miles south of Kilcullen just off the R418 and just over 2 miles from the M9 Motorway access at Junction 2.  This is an ideal equestrian property for the horse enthusiast.  The surrounding towns of Kilcullen, Newbridge and Naas offer a wealth of facilities with schools, churches, pubs, restaurants and superb shopping to include Whitewater Shopping Centre, Dunnes Stores, Tescos, Penneys, T.K. Maxx to name but a few all within a 10 minute drive.

On entering the house you have a large entrance hall, leading to a diningroom with cast-iron fireplace.  Also off the hall is a sittingroom with fireplace leading into a kitchen/breakfastroom cum livingroom with a cream fitted kitchen and granite worktops/splashback, Rangemaster cooker and Esse oil fired cooker.  Off the kitchen is a utility and back hall then a main bedroom with an ensuite, family bathroom, toilet and two further ensuite bedrooms downstairs.  Upstairs there are two more large ensuite bedrooms and a selection of four attic storage rooms.

The property is presented in good condition, ideal for the horse enthusiast and is for sale through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers – 045 433550 who is guiding €595,000 and can be contacted for further information or appointments to view.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/harwood-house-castlefish-kilcullen-kildare/4363950

NEW TO MARKET - Imperial House, Main Street, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois

PRIME TOWN CENTRE MIXED USE INVESTMENT

Jordan Auctioneers are bringing to the market a modern prime town centre mixed use investment property in Abbeyleix, Co. Laois. The subject site is situated in the centre of Abbeyleix Town just off Market Square superbly located within easy walking distance of all amenities.  

Abbeyleix is a medium sized town located 14km from Portlaoise on the old N8 Dublin to Cork National Primary Route. Abbeyleix has a thriving local community including shops, pubs, Hotel and restaurants and plenty of amenities to include Golf, GAA, Soccer, Athy Rowing and Tennis to name a few. Abbeyleix has a district hospital in the town, two schools and a vocational centre along with other essential services and facilities. Commuters have the benefit of easy access to the M7 Motorway at Portlaoise and a regular rail service in Portlaoise train station on the Dublin to Cork and Dublin to Limerick intercity route, with approximately 32 trains per day travelling to Dublin. 

The property comprises a modern purpose built two storey mixed use building constructed in c. 2006 extending to c. 356.10 sq.m. (3,833 sq.ft.). The building provides a ground floor commercial unit currently trading as a Chinese Restaurant & Take away with 3 no. of 2 bedrooms apartments overhead. The property has the benefit of 7 car parking spaces to the rear.

The Chinese Restaurant is fully fitted out in accordance with its use and provides reception, take away, restaurant, toilet block, kitchen, cold stores, storage and staff w.c.

The 3 apartments with their own separate access generally provide kitchen/dining/sitting room, 2 bedrooms and family bathroom.

The entire is currently generating a rental income of €40,800 per annum which equates to an initial yield of 11% on the guide price with further potential to increase the rental income on the residential units.

The subject site is zoned ‘Town Centre’ in the Laois County Development Plan 2017 - 2023.

The property is for sale by Private Treaty with Jordan’s issuing a guide price of €370,000 for the entire. Additional information is available through Stephen Talbot on 045 – 433550.

http://www.jordancs.ie/commercial/brochure/imperial-house-main-street-abbeyleix-laois/4369601

NEW TO MARKET - NEWPARK HOUSE, BALLYSAX, THE CURRAGH, CO. KILDARE ON C. 180 ACRES

Paddy Jordan of Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents in Newbridge has been instructed in the sale of one of the best farms to come on the market in Co. Kildare with a period residence, gate lodge, cottage in yard and in a very good location near the Curragh.   Centrally located Newbridge is 11 km, Kilcullen 4 km and Naas 16 km.  The M9 Motorway is accessible at Kilcullen Junction 2 (only 5 minutes) and the M7 at Newbridge Junction 12, giving easy access both North and South with the Airport only 40 minutes away.

The period house comprises 5,705 sq.ft. and was built in the mid 1700s and has been occupied by the current family for over 100 years.  The family are retiring from farming.

The land comprises a total of 180 acres all in one large block with extensive road frontage and several access points.   At present a large portion of the farm is in arable and horticultural use with a small section in grass.  There are superb mature boundaries and hedgerows throughout the farm giving tremendous shelter, while an internal road services most of the divisions.  There is a magnificent stand of mature beech timber.

The lands are classified in the Soils of Kildare as primarily Athy and Elton Series Soils and are regarded as some of the best limestone land in the country.

Overall it is ideally suitable for any arable or grass based enterprises including dairying and bloodstock.

The yard which comprises machinery sheds, slatted sheds, silage slab, 6 boxes, garage, cattle crush and pens and 4 span haybarn with 2 lean-tos. 

Also included is a very pretty 2 bedroom gate lodge and an additional cottage down the farm.

The main residence which is in good condition includes: entrance hall, diningroom, drawingroom, livingroom, sunroom, kitchen, bathroom, 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs.  There is also a basement.

For Auction on Tuesday 8^th October in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge at 3.00pm, commenting on the sale Paddy Jordan reckons it is one of the best farms to come on the market in the county for quite a long time and has issued a guide price excess of €2.5m.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/new-park-house-ballysax-on-c-180-acres-curragh-kildare/4364099

NEW TO MARKET - 17.5 Acres at Cutbush, The Curragh, Co. Kildare

17.5 Acres (7.08 ha), Cutbush, The Curragh,

Co. Kildare.

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge are bringing to the market 17.5 acres (7.08 hectares) at Ballysax, The Curragh, Co. Kildare for sale by Public Auction. The subject lands are located on the edge of the existing village of Cutbush which is about 1.5km south of the Curragh, 6km south of Newbridge and 16km southwest of Naas. It benefits from good accessibility to both the M7 (Junctions 11/12) & M9 (Junction 2) Motorway’s. The Airport is a mere 40-minute drive.

Cutbush is a small country village having a convenience store, public house and primary school. Newbridge provides all the additional shopping, leisure and educational functions required.

There are number of existing housing development in Cutbush including Dun Cuilinn, Clorane Brook and Cluain Dara. Most of these are low density estates comprising detached houses on their own sites.

The property extends to c. 17.5 acres (7.05 hectares). The lands are laid out in one block, currently in two divisions with frontage onto the local road of approximately 130 metres. It is all currently in arable use and there are existing housing developments located to the north, west and south.

The entire is within the village of Cutbush and we estimate that circa 6 acres are zoned for ‘Settlement Expansion’ with the balance defined as agricultural as contained in the Kildare County Development Plan 2017 – 2023. The Agri lands have potential long-term value. A previous planning application for 43 dwellings was made on the lands in 2008 and refused (Planning ref:07141). This was upheld by An Bord Pleanala in 2008 (ref:228487).

The property is to be Auctioned on Thursday the 3^rd October 2019 at 3pm in the Keadeen Hotel Newbridge (unless previously sold). Jordan’s are quoting €425,000 for the entire and further details are available by contacting Clive Kavanagh or Paddy Jordan on 045 – 433550.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/17-5-acres-cutbush-curragh-kildare/4361562

NEW TO MARKET - 67 LEINSTER STREET & NELSON'S YARD, ATHY, CO. KILDARE - FPP 16 RESIDENTIAL UNITS & 1 COMMERCIAL UNITS

67 LEINSTER STREET & NELSON’S YARD, 

ATHY, CO. KILDARE

SUPERB READY TO GO TOWN CENTRE SITE

Jordan Auctioneers are bringing to the market a ready to go prime development town centre site in Athy, Co. Kildare. The subject site is situated in the centre of Athy Town with dual road frontage onto Leinster Street and Mount Hawkins Street.

Athy is an attractive commercial town with a thriving local community with primary & secondary schools, shops, pubs and restaurants and plenty of amenities to include Rugby, GAA, Soccer and Athy Rowing and Canoeing Club to name a few. Commuters have the benefit of easy access to the M9 & M7 Motorway and a regular rail service with Athy train station on the Dublin to Waterford intercity route, with on average 9 trains per day travelling time to Dublin ranging from 45 mins – 1 hour. 

The entire has the benefit of being granted planning permission in November 2018 (Planning Ref: 17/1000) for: Development at former Angler’s Rest building, Registered Protected Structure No. 11505260. The development will consist of: (a) Demolish remainder at the rear of facade Angler’s Rest building (building currently in derelict state); (b) Construct new shop unit, new shop front, alterations to front elevation and 2 No. one bedroom apartment at same: (c) Demolish remainder of building and sheds on site; (d) Construct 8 duplex apartments over 3 floors and 2 No. one bedroom apartments building onto Mount Hawkins Street; (e) Construct 5 No. two storey, two bedroom terrace of town houses, court yard; (f) All associated site works, bin bays, car-parking, bicycle bay and services. Revised by significant further information consisting of; removal of Building 2, alterations to car parking layout, removal of car parking spaces 1-9, alteration to building line of building 1, removal of apartment 16/17 and replace same with one x 2-bedroom apartment, ancillary works and all associated site works. Further revised by significant further information consisting of; amendments to proposed building on Mount Hawkins Street amendments to layout and amendments to extension on rear of former Angler’s Rest building.

The subject site is zoned ‘Town Centre’ in the Athy Town Development Plan 2012 - 2018.

The property is for sale by Private Treaty with Jordan’s issuing a guide price of €150,000 for the entire. Additional information is available through Stephen Talbot on 045 – 433550.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/67-leinster-street-nelsons-yard-athy-kildare/4360501

POST AUCTION EDITORIAL - 28 Acres at Downings North, Prosperous, Naas, Co. Kildare

Jordan Auctioneers successfully sold 28 acres of land in two lots by Public Auction on Tuesday last for a combined total of €338,500 equating to just over €12,000 per acre. Before a small attendance of about 12 local based buyers the property was offered for sale in two lots:

Lot 1 comprised c.24 acres all in grass. This opened with an initial offer of €200k with 2 active buyers bidding all the way until the hammer dropped at €262,500 to a local based purchaser.

Lot 2: comprised c.4 acres which was opposite Lot 1 and an ideal site for a house subject to the obtaining Planning Permission. This opened with an initial bid of €40,000 with 3 active buyers before being sold for €76,000 to another local based party.

Speaking after the Auction Clive Kavanagh of the selling agents said ‘that there had been good interest in both lots from the outset but that the majority of this was local based and a reflection of the increased difficulties obtaining planning permission in County Kildare for one – off houses unless a clear connection to the area is established’.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/downings-north-c-24-acres-prosperous-kildare/4345817


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NEW TO MARKET - CORBALLY BANKS, GREAT CONNELL, NEWBRIDGE, CO. KILDARE ON C. 24 ACRES

Paddy Jordan of Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents has been instructed jointly with Thomas M. Byrne of Carlow to sell this most attractive residential equestrian property on 24 acres.  The property is in a great location near Newbridge and Naas and convenient to the Curragh.  Excellent shopping in Newbridge with the Whitewater Shopping Centre and 10 minutes from Kildare Retail Outlet Village.  Top class education facilities with secondary and primary schools nearby.   Newbridge has the commuter train service to Heuston (40 mins) and Grand canal Dock (60 mins) and access to M7 (35 km to Newlands Cross) and M9.

The modern residence was built c. 2000 and comprising a magnificent contemporary 5 bedroom detached residence with 4,141 sq.ft. of generous living accommodation. 

The house oozes with character and benefits from good natural light with generous living accommodation which includes spacious hall, drawingroom, livingroom, kitchen/diningroom with Aga, utility room, 5 bedrooms with 2 ensuite, family bathroom, office and very generous storage in the attic.

Outside there is a detached office/studio ideal for staff/au pair/granny flat.

The yard includes: 9 stables, 2 barns, 3 car ports, tack room, feed house, 5 unit automatic horse walker and floodlit arena.  The land is all in permanent pasture laid out in 9 post and railed paddocks.  The property is completely private and approached through electric gates with a long tarmacadam tree lined avenue and the house sits on wonderful gardens and grounds with patios and lawns together with various herbaceous borders, beech hedging and various shelter belts.

For sale by private treaty through Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents, Newbridge and Thomas M. Byrne Carlow, according to Paddy Jordan the property is likely to appeal to the equestrian industry and is ideal for ponies, hunters, small stud, sales prep unit with a delightful welcoming family home.   Guide Price is €1.45m.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/corbally-banks-on-c-24-acres-great-connell-newbridge-kildare/4351889

NEW TO MARKET - ARDROSS, DUNMURRAY, THE CURRAGH, CO. KILDARE ON C. 5 ACRES

Superb modern residence with landscaped gardens, tennis court and paddock on c.5 Acres with specular views towards the Curragh.

Ardross which has been in the same ownership for the last 15 years is approximately 3km from the Curragh, 3km Kildare Town, 8km Newbridge, 7km Motorway Dublin 45km Newlands Cross.

The property which was built in the 80’s comprises c3,526 sq. ft. set in the middle of mature landscape gardens and grounds with complete privacy.

It’s within easy access of both Kildare and Newbridge with Arrow train service to the City and just a few minutes drive from the M7 Motorway Junction 12.

The property is nicely set back from the road and approached via electronic gates with tarmacadam drive.

The accommodation includes: entrance hall, 3 large reception rooms, fully fitted kitchen with AGA cooker, breakfast area, utility.  There are 4 bedrooms 2 with bathroom ensuite and a family bathroom.

Outside includes a double garage, glass house, garden store, tack room.

The gardens and grounds are a feature of the property and contain many specimen trees, shrubs and plants and are professionally landscaped.  Sloping away from the house it affords complete privacy with magnificent views.  The paddock is all in permanent pasture and is ideal for a pony or hunter.  There is also a tarmacadam tennis court.

Paddy Jordan who is handling the sale is quoting an asking price of €750,000.

Viewings strictly by prior appointment. 

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/ardross-dunmurray-curragh-kildare/4348228

PRESS RELEASE - VILLAGE VIEW, JOHNSTOWN, NAAS, CO. KILDARE

DETACHED 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW WITH SHOP UNIT ON C.0.4 ACRE.

Village View is a 4 bedroom detached bungalow extending to c.208 sq. m. (c.2,240 sq. ft.) of accommodation including a shop unit which was previously used as a convenience store but suitable for a variety of uses whether shop or office purposes.  Standing on c.0.4 Acre private site enclosed by trees and hedges to rear, accessed by a tarmacadam drive to side with large store behind the house extending to c.60.5 sq. m. (c.650 sq. ft.) with development potential (subject to P.P.).

Situated in a very central position in the village adjacent to a pub/restaurant, Centra convenience store and Chinese restaurant.  Naas is only 3km from the property offering a wide selection of restaurants, pubs, schools and shopping facilities on your doorstep.  The property has the benefit of an excellent road and rail infrastructure closeby with the bus route across the road, N7 three lane dual carriageway only 600m getting you to the M50 in 15 minutes and train service from Sallins direct to the City Centre.  Local amenities include GAA, rugby, soccer, hockey, tennis, basketball, swimming, horse riding, golf and horse racing in Naas, Punchestown and the Curragh.

On entering the house you have a porch to front leading to an entrance hall proceeding into sittingroom with bay window and fireplace.  Adjacent to the sittingroom is a diningroom leading onto a back kitchen/preparation and main kitchen with rayburn solid fuel cooker.  There are 4 generous sized bedrooms and bathroom with separate toilet and conservatory off the rear.  Integrated in the house there is also a shop unit which was previously operated as a convenience store and would suit a variety of uses whether shop, office or surgery purposes. 

The property is for sale by Public Auction on Wednesday the 17^th of July at 3pm in Lawlors Hotel through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers – 045433550 who is guiding €450,000 and can be contacted for further information or appointments to view.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/village-view-johnstown-naas-kildare/4343010

PRESS RELEASE - THOMAS FLETCHER, COMMERCIAL HOUSE, MAIN STREET, NAAS, CO. KILDARE

A Renowned & Iconic Licensed Premises in the Heart of Naas

Paddy Jordan of Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents and John P. Younge have been appointed in the sale of this famous licensed premises as Tommy Fletcher retires, the property having been in the family since 1931. 

Fletchers which is on North Main Street in Naas was purchased by the current owner’s father in 1931 and has been run as a pub and grocery for quite a long number of years and in recent years as pub only. 

It is a property that oozes character with the back drop in the bar and lounge of original whiskey and sherry caskets together with tea caddies and spice drawers originating in the grocery time.

One of the most iconic pubs in Naas it presents in very good condition and with tremendous potential.  In addition the ground floor comprises public bar and lounge and snug to the rere, together with ample stores including garage, lofted area suitable for further expansion.  There is a cold room and the usual facilities associated with a licensed premises.  Ladies and gents toilets.

Upstairs which was originally living accommodation is ideally suitable for same or for office or restaurant.  The lofted store is to the rere with independent access via an archway from the main street is ideally suitable for further expansion and there is even a small garden at the back of the site which is ideal for a beer garden.

Commenting on the sale Paddy Jordan said “it is seldom that a premises of this quality comes on the market with such tremendous character and in such good condition in the heart of Naas”.  The property will be auctioned on Tuesday 16^th July in Lawlor’s Hotel in Naas unless previously sold.  The agents report good interest in the property already only having come on the market this week.    The Agents are quoting Excess of €600,000.

http://www.jordancs.ie/commercial/brochure/thomas-fletcher-commercial-house-naas-kildare/4342008

PRESS RELEASE - C. 34 ACRES AT INCHACOOLEY, MONASTEREVIN, CO. KILDARE

Jordan Auctioneers have just brought to the market 34 acres located in the townsland of Inchacooley just 5km from Monasterevin and close to Portarlington (6.5km) & the M7 Motorway (8km).

The land is laid out in 4 divisions mostly in tillage (Winter and Spring corn) with circa 6 acres in rough grazing. There is road frontage and access to the River Figile to the north of the holding with natural boundaries on all sides. 

The land would be suitable for a range of enterprises and is for sale by Public Auction on Thursday the 11^th July 2019 at 3pm in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge (UPS). Jordan’s are quoting €210,000 for the entire. Additional information is available from Clive Kavanagh or Paddy Jordan of the selling agents,

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/c-34-acres-at-inchacooley-monasterevin-kildare/4341242

PRESS RELEASE - KILFRUSH STUD, KNOCKLONG, CO. LIMERICK

A Classic Stud Farm with a Classic Pedigree

Kilfrush which was founded in the early 1980s with delightful Georgian Residence together with Manager’s House, Gate Lodge, Staff houses and 73 boxes standing on c. 286 acres of top class land. 

Kilfrush has a classic pedigree having bred many winners over the years including 80 Group and Listed Winners including Last Tycoon (Group 1 Breeders Cup and Champions Sprint Miler), No Pass No Sale (Group 1 Poule D’Essaie de Pouliches), Caerlina (Group 1 Prix Diane (French Oaks)), Valentine Waltz (Group 1 Poule D’Essaie de Pouliches), Immortal Verse (Group 1 Coronation Stakes) and many more which we will list later.

The property is located just outside the Village of Knocklong c. 24 miles from Adare Manor Hotel and Golf Club, 20 miles from Limerick City and 30 miles from Shannon International Airport.

Kilfrush Estate House dates from c. 1835 and was built as part of a larger demesne for Joseph Gubbins, who was the Landlord and later to become High Sherriff of Co. Limerick in 1863.  In 1969 the house was sold and purchased by Mr. John A. Mulcahy.  Kilfrush had been used as a dairy farm and it was only after 1978 when purchased  that it began to be converted into a full self-contained bloodstock operation. 

Initial works commenced in 1980 including fencing the lands.  It was at this point that many of the stable yards were constructed and the main house itself underwent further renovation. 

The property comprises c. 286 acres with 73 boxes and various ancillary facilities provided for the full operation of a successful breeding enterprise.

The land is primarily in one block with an internal road system giving access to all paddock.  There is superb mature timber throughout the farm and all boundaries providing excellent natural shelter.  The land itself is good quality limestone ideally suitable for grass growth.  The success from the stud itself indicates that the land has the ability to produce quality having bred over 80 Group and Stakes winners.

The main residence comprises a detached 8 bay two storey house with 5 bay side elevation.  The house was renovated and extended initially in time for President Nixon’s visit in 1970.  The residence has extensive accommodation of approximately 11,272 sq.ft. in the original house.  In addition there is generous accommodation in the guest and leisure wing which was created for the visit of President Nixon and comprises c. 14,900 sq.ft.

There is excellent natural light with an outstanding vista over the lake from the main reception rooms, there are many traditional design features throughout and any work completed has been sympathetic to the original.  There is a Bossi and Adam Style fireplaces and other features which make the property an ideal house for entertaining with the benefit of also being a very comfortable family home.

The main residence includes 4 reception rooms, kitchen, wine cellar, various utilities and 4 principle bedrooms all ensuite.  There is the guest/leisure wing which also includes 3 bedroom suites which were added for the visit of President Nixon.   The gate lodge comprises c. 1,108 sq.ft. and includes 4 bedrooms.  The Manager’s house is a two storey residence comprising c. 2,361 sq.ft. with 2 reception rooms, fully fitted kitchen, 4 bedrooms with 2 ensuite and is adjacent to the main yard.    There are 2 staff houses and an apartment adjoining the stud office.

Yard 1 (Main Yard) includes 24 boxes including stallion box, tack and feed room, 3 foaling boxes, sitting up room, workshop and 3 pony boxes and office.

Outer Yard includes 11 yearling boxes and various sheds for hay and straw, this yard also includes the lunging ring, American barn with a further 22 boxes, tack, feed room and stocks.  There are 6 isolation boxes.  The isolation yard located south of the main holding includes 12 boxes, feed house and turn out paddock.

The lands which in all comprise c. 286 acres is all laid out in grass with post and rail fencing and internal road system accessing all the paddocks.  There is superb shelter with piped water to each paddock.  The farm is ideal for grass production has been well managed by the present owners.  The lands which are some of the best in Co. Limerick are a combination of Elton and Howardstown Series, good limestone land.

Pedigree:  listed below are some of the 80 Group and Stake winners which have been bred at Kilfrush and speaks volumes for the quality of the property:

·          Last Tycoon (Gr. 1 Breeder’s Cup and Champion Sprint Miler).

·         No Pass No Sale (Gr. 1 Poule d’Essaie de Pouliches).

·         Caerlina (Gr. 1 Prix Diane (French Oaks)

·         Valentine Waltz (Gr. 1 Poule d’Essaie de Pouliches)

·         Immortal Verse (Gr. 1 Coronation Stakes)

·         King’s Drama (Gr. 1 Sword Dance Inul Stakes)

·         Cerulean Sky (Gr. 1 Prix Saint Alary)

·         Claire Marine (Gr. 1 Matriarch Stakes & Group 1 Beverly Hills H)

·         Truly Special (Gr. 3 Prix de Royaument)

·         Modhish (Gr. 2 Grand Prix de Deauville)

·         Russian Snows (Gr. 2 Prix Royalieu)

·         Splendid Moment (Gr. 2 Prix due Chenes)

·         Josr Algarhoud (Gr. 2 Gimcrack Stakes)

·         Wigganthorpe (Gr. 2 Gimcrack Stakes)

·         Truly A Dream (Gr. 2 E.P. Taylor Stakes)

·         New Girlfriend (Gr. 2 Prix Robert Papin)

·         Memphis Tennessee (Gr. 3 Ormonde Stakes)

·         Toboug (Gr. 1 Dewhurst Stakes)

·         Bestebreuje (Gr. 2 in USA)

·         Know Heights (Gr. 2 Santa Anita)

·         Royal Bench (Gr. 2 Prix Daniel Wildenstein)

·         My Style (Gr. 2 Del Mar Invitational H)

The property is ideally located convenient to Limerick City and Shannon’s International Airport.  The property is in the centre of the Golden Vale with excellent hunting with the Scarteen (Black & Tans, Duhallows, Tipperary Fox Hounds and Limerick County Hounds).  Racing is convenient at Limerick, Cork, Clonmel and Tipperary.  Excellent golfing facilities nearby including the Adare Manor Golf & Hotel (reputed to be the home of the 2026 Ryder Cup), Castletroy and Charleville.   There is ample rough shooting in the area.

The property is being offered for sale by Paddy Jordan of Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents who says “it is one of the finest estates to come on the market for some time with a classic pedigree having bred over 80 Group and Stake winners”.  For Sale by Public Auction on Wednesday 24^th July @ 3.00pm in the Dunraven Arms, Adare, Co. Limerick (unless previously sold).   Guiding in excess of €5.5m.  Viewing is strictly by prior appointment.

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