Description
A TRULY ELEGANT CONTEMPORARTY TWO STOREY COUNTRY RESIDENCE ON APPROX. 2 ACRES / 0.8 HECATARE WITH MANICURED LANDSACAPED GARDENS, DOUBLE GARAGE AND PADDOCK TO REAR. PLEASANTLY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF NORTH KILDARE BETWEEN KILCOCK AND ENFIELD, APPROX. 10 MINUTES DRIVE FROM THE M4 AT KILCOCK AND WITHIN COMFORTABLE COMMUTING DISTANCE OF THE CAPITALDECSRIPTION: A truly elegant contemporary country residence on approx. 2 acres overall. Built in 2008 to an exceptionally high standard of specification and design, including hollow concrete first floor, underfloor heating on both floors, bespoke Hayburn joinery and sliding sash windows, splendid hand carved solid wood kitchen and Lefroy Brooks sanitary ware are just some of the outstanding features of this wonderful home, together with an impressive B3 energy rating.Set amidst delightful, manicured gardens, behind an impressive electronically controlled gated entrance, the house is approached via a sweeping gravelled avenue, with ample parking to side and rear. There is also a double detached lofted garage, an expansive sandstone paved patio terrace, ideal for alfresco dining and an approx. 0.75-acre paddock for the equestrian lovers. Behind the classic contemporary exterior lies an opulent interior of generous proportions and practical design, that will not disappoint extending to approx. 400 sqm / 4,400 sq. ft. Immaculately well-presented throughout, ideal for modern family living as there is great flexibility in the purposing of some of the rooms, with plenty of options for today's growing trend of remote working. Accommodation briefly comprises of a magnificent, welcoming double height entrance hallway with feature bespoke hand carved staircase, and to the right is the real heart of Hortland Hall an elegantly appointed kitchen/breakfast room with pantry and double doors leading to a lovely family / TV room. There is fully equipped Utility Room and boot room also off the kitchen area. On the opposite side of the hallway is large ensuite double bedroom, while there are two further interconnecting reception rooms on the ground floor. On the first floor there are 4 exceptional bedrooms(all ensuite), the main bedroom features a walk in wardrobe and dressing room. A large family bathroom completes the accommodation. Location; Hortland Hall is set in lovely peaceful rural setting, in the townland of Knockanally, just 5 minutes from the magnificent state owned 600 acre Donadea Forest Park, which is wonderful amenity. Both Kilcock and Enfield are 9kms away by car, while the affluent university town of Maynooth is less than a 20 minutes' drive. Nearby Newtown village offers a vibrant GAA complex with floodlit community walkway, National School & RC Church.Dublin city is within comfortable distance via either the M4 motorway or by direct rail from Kilcock or Enfield. Also close by is Johnstownbridge, which provides shopping and the renowned Hamlet Court Hotel which is a firm favourite locally for food and entertainment. With Co Kildare being famous for equestrian pursuits, Hortland Hall, is very much in the heart of it, with a number of hunts and equestrian establishments in the area. Accommodation
Entrance Vestibule - 1.43m x 4.22m
Entrance Hall - 4.52m x 4.22m
Impressive double height with cornice, centrepiece and magnificent bespoke staircase. Polished marble tiled flooring. Guest WC and storage presses off same. Orante cornice and centrepiece.
Living Room - 5.45m x 4.91m
Pleasant dual aspect room, with attractive feature fireplace. Double French doors opening onto patio terrace. Lovely garden views. Double doors to dining room.
Dining Room - 4.72m x 4.22m
With oak flooring & feature cast iron fireplace.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 10.45m x 4.95m
Splendidly appointed room with superior solid wood fitted kitchen with marble worksurfaces, large island counter, Belfast sink & high-end appliances. Aga oil fired cooker. Pantry room off same. Marble tiled flooring. Double doors to family room.
Utility Room - 3.62m x 2.82m
Fully equipped, with extensive fitted units & sink. Plumbed for WM & dryer. Laundry chute.
Rear Porch - 2.15m x 3.16m
With boot room & guest WC off same. Marble tiled floor.
Family Room - 5.85m x 6.07m
A delightful room with feature marble fireplace incorporating energy efficient gas fire. Dual aspect with lovely gardens views and double doors to garden.
Bedroom 5 (En-suite) - 3.75m x 4.91m
Large dual aspect double room. Ensuite with WC, WHB & shower enclosure.
First Floor -
Bedroom 1 (En-suite) - 5.85m x 8.59m
Spectacular, expansive, dual aspect room. With large walk-in wardrobe and dressing room off same. Ensuite with high sanitary ware including bath, wc & shower enclosure.
Bedroom 2 (En-suite) - 5.80m x 4.95m
Large double room, with fantastic view over the front garden. Ensuite with WC, WHB & shower enclosure.
Bedroom 3 (En-suite) - 5.80m x 4.91m
Large double, dual aspect corner room. Ensuite with WC, WHB & shower enclosure.
Bedroom 4 (En-suite) - 3.57m x 4.91m
Large double room, overlooking rear garden. Ensuite with WC, WHB & shower enclosure.
Family Bathroom - 4.14m x 4.22m
With full bathroom suite including free standing cast iron bath. Lefroy Brooks sanitary ware. Quality polished marble tiling.
Outside -
Large detached lofted double garage. Extending to approx. 2 acres overall. Impressive electronically controlled gated entrance. Sweeping gravelled driveway. Extensive mature leaned gardens. An abundance of mature lants & shrubs. Entire fully, professionally fenced. Large sunny paved patio terrace. Paddock to rear.
Features
- Substantial, elegant country residence
- Built in 2008
- Superior standard of specification & workmanship throughout
- Generous room proportions
- Lovely sylvan setting in the heart of North Kildare
- Just 10 minutes' drive from the M4
- High end tiling and flooring
- Bespoke Hayburn joinery and windows
- Within comfortable commuting distance of the capital
- Impeccably well presented & maintained throughout
- Hollow concrete first floor
- Oil fired underfloor heating
- Lefroy Brooks sanitary ware
- Delightful views overlooking the surrounding countryside.
- Close to Donadea Forest Park
- Carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings & kitchen appliances included in sale
- Bio-cycle sewerage system & main water supply
BER Details
BER: B3
BER No: 116835893
Energy Performance Indicator: 132.38 kWh/m2/yr Negotiator
W91HVR6 
