The Old Rectory, Lower Main Street, Carnew, Wicklow

Sold

Beds	4 beds
Price	Sold
Property Type
Size	237.69 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
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Description

SOLD JUNE 2015 - THE OLD RECTORY, LOWER MAIN STREET, CARNEW, CO. WICKLOW. CHARMING PERIOD RESIDENCE ON A MATURE C. 1.5 ACRE SITE For Sale By Public Auction on Friday 19th June at 3pm In Our Carnew Office. LOCATION: The property is located on the edge of Carnew, opposite the Primary School, Candy's Convenience Store and close to Carnew Community College on the R725 Shillelagh/Bunclody Road. It is within walking distance of Carnew’s shops, services & a full range of amenities. Carnew is a small town in South Wicklow noted for it's historic buildings such as Carnew Castle, All Saints Church and The Rectory. It has two primary schools, and the renowned Coláiste Bríd secondary school, all a short walk from the property. Carnew is c. 3 km from Coolattin Golf Club, Tomnafinnogue Woods and Walks, half an hour from the coast and many of North Wexford’s finest beaches, 8km from Shillelagh, 16km from Gorey, 30km south of Arklow & 90km south of Dublin. DESCRIPTION: This fine Georgian residence is steeped in history and is a protected building due to its architectural and historical value to the town. Carnew was burnt down in the 1798 rebellion and was rebuilt together with The Rectory in the early 1800's by the Earl of Fitzwilliam from locally sourced slate and stone. The first recorded use of the old Rectory was as a fever hospital and after the famine it was then leased to Carnew Church of Ireland Parish as a Rectory. The residence is structurally sound but in need of restoration throughout. The potential to restore this property to its former glory is enormous. It exudes a sense of calm and tranquillity, at present enhanced with its seasonal carpet of bluebells and wild garlic. It with now awaits a new owner and, when restored, will make a fine family home. OUTSIDE: The property stands on a c. 1.5 Acre of mature grounds with an array of trees of varying species, including, Maple, Spanish Chestnut, Copper Beech, and Rhododendrons. It is approached via granite cut stone piers and ornate cast iron gates with a hard core driveway. There is a lawn area to the front and rear, which previously included a tennis court. OUTBUILDINGS: Outbuildings include a stone and slate built structure incorporating stables and tack room measuring 25m x 5m, ideally suited for further conversion. SERVICES: All Mains Services Once Restored, This Property Will Make A Magnificent Family Home, Oozing Charm & Character In A Superb Location

Accommodation

Front Porch: 4.2m x 1.5m Tiled floor Reception: 4.8m x 4.2m Timber floor, coving, stair well Library: 5.3m x 2.9m Coving, timber floor Sitting Room: 5.3 m x 4.4m Open fire, marble surround, coving, timber floor Dining Room: 5.3m x 4.8m Open fire, coving, timber floor Utility Room: 3.0m x 2.0m Shelving Kitchen: 5.0m x 4.1m Solid Fuel Cooker Pantry: 2.8m x 2.4m Shelving W.c: 3.0m x 2.3m W.c., w.h.b First Floor: Landing: 5.0m x 2.2m Timber floor, hot press Bedroom 1: 5.3m x 4.8m Open fire, ornate cast surround, timber floor Bedroom 2: 3.4m x 3.0m Open fire, timber floor Bedroom 3: 5.3m x 4.2m Exposed beamed ceiling, timber floor Bedroom 4: 5.3 m x 4.4m Open fire, marble surround, timber floor, exposed beamed ceiling Office: 3.0m x 2.5m Timber floor Bathroom: 3.3m x 2.2m Cast iron bath, w.c., w.h.b, timber floor Cellar: 4.5m x 3.0m Accessed from outside

Features

Brick And Granite Cut Stone Chimney Stacks Brick And Granite Entrance Piers Original Coving, Fireplaces, Window Shutters Etc. Array Of Mature Trees And Shrubs Property Extends To. C. 237.69m² (c. 2,558.47sq.ft.)

BER Details

Exempt

Directions

In Carnew, continue from the main street onto the R725 Shillelagh to Bunclody Road. The property is on the left, just 400m from the main street.

Viewing Details

By appointment only

Description

Accommodation

Features

BER Details

Exempt

Directions