“Ardenode House” is a magnificent
detached property approached through a granite recessed entrance with electric
gates to a sweeping tree lined tarmacadam avenue leading to the house and
stable yard. Built approximately 20
years, finished to a high specification with granite stone exterior, extending
to c. 5,000 sq. ft. (c. 464.5 sq. m.) of spacious well proportioned
accommodation presented in excellent condition.
The gardens are laid out mainly in lawn with a large sandstone patio
area to the rear, flower beds and trees with superb views of the surrounding countryside,
some of the battle scenes from the 1995 film “Braveheart” starring Mel Gibson
and “King Arthur” filmed in 2003 with Keira Knightly were filmed in an
adjoining field. Situated in a sought
after location and quiet country setting only 1 mile from the quaint village of
Ballymore Eustace with the benefit of school, church, shops and some fine pubs
and restaurants on your doorstep. The
Dublin Bus No. 65 services the Village to the City and the N81 is only 2 ½
miles with access to Blessington 6 ½ miles and City 24 miles. The surrounding towns of Naas 8 miles,
Newbridge 10 miles and Kilcullen 6 miles offer a wealth of facilities and
amenities all within a 15 minute drive.
On entering the house you have a large
hall with centre staircase leading to a gallery landing. Off the hallway is a sittingroom on the left
and livingroom on the right both with cast iron fireplaces. To the rear is the kitchen with cream built
in units and oil fired Stanley cooker.
Then heading into a diningroom which is open plan leading to a large
family room with stove and 13 ft. beamed ceiling. Also downstairs is a utility, toilet and
conservatory opening out to a large
Sandstone patio area. Upstairs there are
5 bedrooms, main bedroom ensuite with walk-in wardrobe and family
bathroom. On the top floor is a large
attic room containing c.370 sq. ft.
Connected to the house via the conservatory is a separate annex/studio
containing c.1,200 sq. ft. (c.188 sq. m.) with livingroom, sittingroom and
garage, this area has fine 17 ft. ceilings and separate access.
There is a detached garage (3.85m x
4.75m) with up and over door. The yard
contains 3 boxes and feed house/tack room, extending to c. 915 sq. ft. (c.85
sq. m.) with stone fascade and water laid on.
This is an exceptionally fine property
in a great location and an ideal family home particularly for the family
looking to keep a pony. The property is
for sale by Private Treaty through Liam Hargaden of Jordan Auctioneers –
045/433550 who is guiding €980,000 and can be contacted for further information
or appointment to view.
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