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Loughananna House ,Kilbehenny, Mitchelstown, Cork

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Loughananna House Kilbehenny, Mitchelstown, Co Cork On c.6.76 ha – c.16.55 acres House and outbuildings on c.5 acres €800,000 The entire on c.16 acres €1,200,000 Nestled at the foot of the Galtee mountains in a truly majestic setting with breath-taking views of the countryside and Knockmealdown mountains. Historical Note Galtee Lodge later to become Galtee Castle was built on the lower slopes of the Galtee Mountains as a hunting lodge for Robert 2nd Earl of Kingston in the late 18th century. George the 3rd Earl, later remodelled the lodge and its grounds adding an octagonal tower in the process, this was most likely during his building spree of the 1820s. During this time around 1860 it is believed the Loughananna house too was significantly upgraded and the Victorian addition added. The Kingstons would have used this lodge for entertaining hunting parties and later also as a base for escorting privileged guests to the nearby Mitchelstown Caves, discovered in 1833. At this time the castle enjoyed grounds of 20,000 acres within which stood Loughananna House. Later much of the lands were sold to tenant farmers and the estate contained 2000 acres within the demesne. After the death of Nathaniel Buckley, the estate passed to an Abel Buckley a Lancashire-based wealthy cotton mills owner. Galtee lodge had been upgraded and extended to become a castle by this time. This was to be the golden age of Galtee Castle. Abel Buckley was extremely wealthy by any standards and during his tenure no expense was spared. They were amongst the first in the county to own a motor car, a hydroelectric system was installed to harness power, he was also a keen horse breeder and had his own personal race track on site. A lavish party took place for Abel Buckley Jr's coming of age (21st Birthday) in 1897. Marquees were erected at Loughananna Park to cater for 1,500 people. Loughananna House was home to Catherine Kennedy until 1999 the daughter of the renowned artist Robert Gregory who was the son of the great historical Lady Gregory. The current owners bought the property in 2000 and undertook an extensive restoration project taking great care and attention to detail to make Loughananna House into the wonderful family home it is today. Loughananna House was also the birthplace in 1816 of John O’Mahony who went on to found the Fenian movement in the United States of America. Loughananna House Loughananna House is a large L plan shaped 2 storey 3 bay period house. The original part of the house was built in c.1780 and the Victorian addition was added in c.1860. This impressive house retains much of its original form and materials. Its variety of single and bipartite timber sliding sash windows add to its architectural significance, as do the retention of the coach house and gate lodge, adding context to the site. The property is entered through an impressive stone splayed entrance with electric wrought iron gates passing the pretty gate lodge, up a sweeping avenue to a large forecourt at the front of the house. One enters the house via limestone steps into a large hall. Accessed off the hall are the well-proportioned principal reception rooms including a drawing room, library, snooker room, study and cloakroom. At the end of the hall is the breakfast room and a large magnificent country kitchen fitted with all the modern convivences for daily life to include a walk in cold room. Off the kitchen is an extensive larder/utility and boot room which leads out on the courtyard. Of particular note are the exquisite sash windows with their camber headed openings to ground floor and flanked side lights throughout the house which flood the property with light and give spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Upstairs accessed from the main hall or kitchen are eight good sized bedrooms complete with three bathrooms. The entire property has been lovingly restored throughout with great taste by the current owners to an exceptionally high standard taking great care and attention in keeping the essence of the original house in addition to state of the art modern facilities. The layout at Loughananna House is wonderful for everyday family living or entertaining on a grand scale. Courtyards, Coach House and Gate Lodge and Grounds Off the house is the stunning cut sandstone courtyard and original coach house and access via wonderful stone pillars past the front house. The restored 2 storey coach house now contains a fantastic heated indoor swimming pool (40ft x 12.5ft) complete with shower and w.c. Upstairs is an extensive lofted games room, great fun for the children and adults alike. Off the main courtyard is the upper farm courtyard which has separate access from the road. Contained within is a large yard with 4 span barn and large hen run or kennels. Three stables and pony paddocks lie off the main courtyard. Extensive sunny terraces lead off the main house onto sweeping lawns, mature shrubs, specimen trees to include a magical fairy tree and a hardcore tennis court. Amazing natural playground for children or just to sit and watch the ever-changing vista or the extensive wildlife that pop into visit. There is the added benefit of a very charming original gate lodge perfect for extra guests or staff. The property has absolute peace and privacy and all this together with the spectacular surrounding countryside makes Loughananna House a very appealing place to live. Forestry and Land The lands are in one block and the entire boundary is stock proof fenced along with an array of superb specimen trees. There is the extraordinary benefit of thirteen acres of a very valuable private forestry plantation containing 33,000 healthy Ash trees, Fraxinus Excelsior (European Ash). The planting was done in 3 batches over 4 years the first batch will reach maturity in 9 years. No grant aid was ever sought so the new owner will receive the entire benefit on maturity. With hurley ash, money really does grow on trees. Ash for hurley manufacture is the most valuable timber in the world. https://www.independent.ie/business/farming/with-hurley-ash-money-really-does-grow-on-trees-26664833.html * 33,000 trees planted in a modern European Ash Tree Plantation * 3,000 planted 2007 10,000 planted 2008 20,000 planted 2011 Location M8 4km, Mitchelstown 8km, Fermoy 22km, Cashel 34km, Clonmel 40km, Cork 50km, Cork Airport 61km, Shannon Airport 85km Loughananna House in an area of unblemished natural scenic beauty. A short walk brings you into the Galtee Castle woodlands with miles of pleasant trails. The property is conveniently located just off the M8 on the Tipperary/Cork/Limerick boarder. The large market town of Mitchelstown is a short drive and has an excellent array of shops, restaurants, hotels and schools. It holds its annual award-winning festival over the August bank holiday. The renowned city of Cork is a 30-minute drive. There are endless activities in the surrounding area including The Mitchelstown caves, Mitchelstown Golf club, Mallow and Clonmel Racecourses, fishing on the Blackwater, hunting with the Avondhu foxhounds or the gardens at Anne’s Grove to name a few. Cashel, 'home of the High Kings of Ireland' and the rock of Cashel is a 30-minute drive away, as are the sandy beaches of Clonea, Ardmore, Youghal or Garryvoe.

Features

Main House Entrance Hall * Drawing Room* Library* Snooker Room* Rear Hall* Study* Dining Room* Wc & Cloakroom* Kitchen* Utility/Boot room * 7/8 Bedrooms * 3 Bathrooms * Wc Gate Lodge Bedroom* Sitting room* Kitchen* Bathroom Coach House Indoor Heated Swimming Pool* Bathroom & WC * large first floor Games Room Outside Cut stone Court yard* Sunny Terraces* Upper Yard* 5 Span Barn* Kennels/Chicken Run* Hard Surface Tennis Court* 3 x stables* Potting Shed* Mature planting* Specimen Trees* Sweeping lawns* Grass Paddocks* 2 x Road Entrances* Entire Boundary Fenced*

BER Details

BER: G BER No.111213815

Directions

Directions From the M8 exit at junction 12. At the first roundabout take the 1st exit and at the next at the third roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the R639 continue 2.7km and take a left. Continue 850m at Loughananna House is on the right with a large stone splayed entrance.

Description

Loughananna House Kilbehenny, Mitchelstown, Co Cork On c.6.76 ha – c.16.55 acres House and outbuildings on c.5 acres €800,000 The entire on c.16 acres €1,200,000 Nestled at the foot of the Galtee mountains in a truly majestic setting with breath-taking views of the countryside and Knockmealdown mountains. Historical Note Galtee Lodge later to become Galtee Castle was built on the lower slopes of the Galtee Mountains as a hunting lodge for Robert 2nd Earl of Kingston in the late 18th century. George the 3rd Earl, later remodelled the lodge and its grounds adding an octagonal tower in the process, this was most likely during his building spree of the 1820s. During this time around 1860 it is believed the Loughananna house too was significantly upgraded and the Victorian addition added. The Kingstons would have used this lodge for entertaining hunting parties and later also as a base for escorting privileged guests to the nearby Mitchelstown Caves, discovered in 1833. At this time the castle enjoyed grounds of 20,000 acres within which stood Loughananna House. Later much of the lands were sold to tenant farmers and the estate contained 2000 acres within the demesne. After the death of Nathaniel Buckley, the estate passed to an Abel Buckley a Lancashire-based wealthy cotton mills owner. Galtee lodge had been upgraded and extended to become a castle by this time. This was to be the golden age of Galtee Castle. Abel Buckley was extremely wealthy by any standards and during his tenure no expense was spared. They were amongst the first in the county to own a motor car, a hydroelectric system was installed to harness power, he was also a keen horse breeder and had his own personal race track on site. A lavish party took place for Abel Buckley Jr's coming of age (21st Birthday) in 1897. Marquees were erected at Loughananna Park to cater for 1,500 people. Loughananna House was home to Catherine Kennedy until 1999 the daughter of the renowned artist Robert Gregory who was the son of the great historical Lady Gregory. The current owners bought the property in 2000 and undertook an extensive restoration project taking great care and attention to detail to make Loughananna House into the wonderful family home it is today. Loughananna House was also the birthplace in 1816 of John O’Mahony who went on to found the Fenian movement in the United States of America. Loughananna House Loughananna House is a large L plan shaped 2 storey 3 bay period house. The original part of the house was built in c.1780 and the Victorian addition was added in c.1860. This impressive house retains much of its original form and materials. Its variety of single and bipartite timber sliding sash windows add to its architectural significance, as do the retention of the coach house and gate lodge, adding context to the site. The property is entered through an impressive stone splayed entrance with electric wrought iron gates passing the pretty gate lodge, up a sweeping avenue to a large forecourt at the front of the house. One enters the house via limestone steps into a large hall. Accessed off the hall are the well-proportioned principal reception rooms including a drawing room, library, snooker room, study and cloakroom. At the end of the hall is the breakfast room and a large magnificent country kitchen fitted with all the modern convivences for daily life to include a walk in cold room. Off the kitchen is an extensive larder/utility and boot room which leads out on the courtyard. Of particular note are the exquisite sash windows with their camber headed openings to ground floor and flanked side lights throughout the house which flood the property with light and give spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Upstairs accessed from the main hall or kitchen are eight good sized bedrooms complete with three bathrooms. The entire property has been lovingly restored throughout with great taste by the current owners to an exceptionally high standard taking great care and attention in keeping the essence of the original house in addition to state of the art modern facilities. The layout at Loughananna House is wonderful for everyday family living or entertaining on a grand scale. Courtyards, Coach House and Gate Lodge and Grounds Off the house is the stunning cut sandstone courtyard and original coach house and access via wonderful stone pillars past the front house. The restored 2 storey coach house now contains a fantastic heated indoor swimming pool (40ft x 12.5ft) complete with shower and w.c. Upstairs is an extensive lofted games room, great fun for the children and adults alike. Off the main courtyard is the upper farm courtyard which has separate access from the road. Contained within is a large yard with 4 span barn and large hen run or kennels. Three stables and pony paddocks lie off the main courtyard. Extensive sunny terraces lead off the main house onto sweeping lawns, mature shrubs, specimen trees to include a magical fairy tree and a hardcore tennis court. Amazing natural playground for children or just to sit and watch the ever-changing vista or the extensive wildlife that pop into visit. There is the added benefit of a very charming original gate lodge perfect for extra guests or staff. The property has absolute peace and privacy and all this together with the spectacular surrounding countryside makes Loughananna House a very appealing place to live. Forestry and Land The lands are in one block and the entire boundary is stock proof fenced along with an array of superb specimen trees. There is the extraordinary benefit of thirteen acres of a very valuable private forestry plantation containing 33,000 healthy Ash trees, Fraxinus Excelsior (European Ash). The planting was done in 3 batches over 4 years the first batch will reach maturity in 9 years. No grant aid was ever sought so the new owner will receive the entire benefit on maturity. With hurley ash, money really does grow on trees. Ash for hurley manufacture is the most valuable timber in the world. https://www.independent.ie/business/farming/with-hurley-ash-money-really-does-grow-on-trees-26664833.html * 33,000 trees planted in a modern European Ash Tree Plantation * 3,000 planted 2007 10,000 planted 2008 20,000 planted 2011 Location M8 4km, Mitchelstown 8km, Fermoy 22km, Cashel 34km, Clonmel 40km, Cork 50km, Cork Airport 61km, Shannon Airport 85km Loughananna House in an area of unblemished natural scenic beauty. A short walk brings you into the Galtee Castle woodlands with miles of pleasant trails. The property is conveniently located just off the M8 on the Tipperary/Cork/Limerick boarder. The large market town of Mitchelstown is a short drive and has an excellent array of shops, restaurants, hotels and schools. It holds its annual award-winning festival over the August bank holiday. The renowned city of Cork is a 30-minute drive. There are endless activities in the surrounding area including The Mitchelstown caves, Mitchelstown Golf club, Mallow and Clonmel Racecourses, fishing on the Blackwater, hunting with the Avondhu foxhounds or the gardens at Anne’s Grove to name a few. Cashel, 'home of the High Kings of Ireland' and the rock of Cashel is a 30-minute drive away, as are the sandy beaches of Clonea, Ardmore, Youghal or Garryvoe.

Features

Main House Entrance Hall * Drawing Room* Library* Snooker Room* Rear Hall* Study* Dining Room* Wc & Cloakroom* Kitchen* Utility/Boot room * 7/8 Bedrooms * 3 Bathrooms * Wc Gate Lodge Bedroom* Sitting room* Kitchen* Bathroom Coach House Indoor Heated Swimming Pool* Bathroom & WC * large first floor Games Room Outside Cut stone Court yard* Sunny Terraces* Upper Yard* 5 Span Barn* Kennels/Chicken Run* Hard Surface Tennis Court* 3 x stables* Potting Shed* Mature planting* Specimen Trees* Sweeping lawns* Grass Paddocks* 2 x Road Entrances* Entire Boundary Fenced*

BER Details

BER: G BER No.111213815

Directions

Directions From the M8 exit at junction 12. At the first roundabout take the 1st exit and at the next at the third roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the R639 continue 2.7km and take a left. Continue 850m at Loughananna House is on the right with a large stone splayed entrance.
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