Description
Shandon Park on the Dublin Road is a mature, leafy and highly sought after estate of semi-detached family homes, originally crafted in 1968 by McInerney Construction. Ideally positioned for modern living, this well-established neighbourhood lies less than a 10 minute stroll from the heart of Kilkenny City, offering exceptional convenience alongside its peaceful setting.Number 7 Shandon Park is a generously proportioned and much loved three bedroom semi detached family home, only ever in one ownership since construction.The spacious accommodation extends to 117.85 Sq. M. / 1,269 Sq. Ft. approx. (including garage). The layout at ground floor level comprises: enclosed porch, entrance hall, living room, dining room and kitchen. A door from the kitchen gives access out to the Utility, boiler room and garage. The layout at first floor level comprises: landing area, two generous sized double bedrooms, a single bedroom and family bathroom.FRONT AND REAR GARDENS:The property is fully walled and gated, with a cobblelock driveway providing ample parking for two cars. The garage is accessed directly from the driveway. To the rear, the large and private garden is laid in lawn and bordered by mature trees, hedging and established herbaceous planting. It features a walled boundary, a garden shed, a greenhouse, and enjoys a north-east facing orientation.LOCATION:The location of Shandon Park on Dublin Road is unrivalled, a 10-minute walk will take you into Kilkenny City Centre to enjoy many of the wonderful attractions including Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny Design Centre, Rothe House and St Canice's Cathedral. The property sits on the River Nore walking trail, the canal walks and the castle grounds and gardens. Kilkenny is one of Ireland's most cosmopolitan cities, with many blooming festivals, eateries and creative people resulting in an electric atmosphere. Amenities such as MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre and Market Cross Shopping Centre are within walking distance. The property is convenient to excellent primary and secondary schools such as St. Patricks Boys National School, St. John of Gods Girls National School, Gael Scoil Osrai, Presentation Secondary School St. Kieran's College, CBS primary and secondary schools, St Canice's national school and Loreto girls' secondary school. A short walk will take you to Kilkenny Train Station at MacDonagh Junction which is on the Waterford to Dublin line with regular daily trains to and from Dublin to Waterford. The property is a 2-minute drive to Dublin Road Roundabout which is junction 6 of the Kilkenny Ring Road. The travelling distance to Dublin City Centre by car is 1 hour 30 minutes approx.Viewing of this property is highly recommended. Accommodation
Enclosed Porch: - 1.69m x 0.83m
Accessed through a sliding porch door with tiled floor.
Entrance Hall (including stairs): - 1.92m x 3.31m
A solid wooden painted front door with glass side panels opens into a bright and welcoming entrance hall. Fitted carped on the stairs and hall. Alarm panel and coat hanging space.
Living Room: - 4.35m x 3.94m
A bright, well-proportioned living room with a large picture window to the front. Features include a marble fireplace with electric fire and tiled hearth, built in bookcase in the left alcove, fitted carpet and ceiling coving. Double doors lead through to the sitting room.
Dining Room: - 3.76m x 3.24m
The dining room is a generously proportioned and bright space overlooking the rear garden. A grey brick fireplace with black tiled hearth creates a focal point, while a double-aspect window ensures excellent natural light. Finished with fitted carpet, the room includes a door leading through to the kitchen.
Kitchen: - 1.93m x 0.58m + 2.51m x 3.24m
This bright, double aspect kitchen features fitted wall and floor units, granite countertops and a single drainer sink. A range of quality appliances includes a Bosch dishwasher, Neff double oven, Nordmende hob with extractor fan and a Candy fridge freezer. A window overlooks the rear garden, with tiled flooring. A door provides access to the garage and adjoining utility room.
Utility Room: - 1.12m x 1.80m + 2.28m x 2.22m
Fitted with eye and floor level units and includes a Whirlpool washing machine. A window overlooks the rear garden and is complemented by a skylight in the ceiling. A composite door offers direct access to the rear garden, with additional access to the boiler room and garage.
Boiler House: - 1.23m x 1.56m
Tassonet Oil Burner
Guest WC: - 1.31m x 0.82m
The guest WC is situated within the garage and is fitted with a WC and wash hand basin.
Garage: - 2.44m x 4.06m + 1.00m x 0.92m
The garage is accessed from the front driveway and offers excellent potential for conversion, subject to the necessary planning permission. There is also direct internal access from the utility room.
First Floor: -
Landing (including stairs) - 1.93m x 2.44m + 1.08m x 0.67m
A spacious and naturally bright landing with a gable end window. Fitted carpet to the stairs and landing, with attic access via ceiling hatch.
Bedroom 1: - 3.51m x 2.46m + 4.37m x 0.88m + 1.47m x 0.63m
A large double bedroom located to the front of the property, featuring built in wardrobes, fitted carpet and a bright double aspect window.
Bedroom 2: - 1.97m x 0.64m + 4.36m x 1.49m + 4.02m x 1.79m
A large double bedroom located to the rear of the property, featuring built in wardrobes, fitted carpet and a bright double aspect window.
Bedroom 3: - 2.80m x 2.35m
A single bedroom positioned to the front of the house. Built-in wardrobe and fitted carpet.
Bathroom: - 2.27m x 1.67m
The bathroom comprises a Triton T90SR shower over the bath with folding shower screen, WC and wash hand basin with wall mounted mirror and overhead shaving light. The room is fully tiled to both walls and floor, with a frosted rear facing window and extractor fan.
Hot Press - 0.75m x 0.58m
Located within the bathroom, the hot press is shelved and houses the hot water cylinder.
Features
- Oil Fired Central Heating
- Less than 10 minutes' walk to Kilkenny City Centre
- A short walk to the Train Station and MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre
- HKC Alarm System
- Large, private rear garden
- Garage suitable for conversion (subject to planning permission)
BER Details
BER: D2
BER No: 119309391
Energy Performance Indicator: 263.94 Negotiator