Description
Manderley is a premium family home on circa 2 Acres / 0.81 Hectares of secluded sun drenched gardens and two adjoining paddocks. The property is superbly located in a superior countryside setting in the townland of Maddoxtown connecting with Sion Road.Manderley was built to an extremely high standard by the owners in 2011 and incorporates elite finishes, building methods and the highest quality and standard of modern convenience. Throughout the entire property quality has not been compromised in the build from the exterior including a Limestone arched front entrance, double glazed wood grain Sash windows, Blue Bangor slates on the roof, Limestone window sills and high plinth paster border, a maintenance free exterior plaster and recessed guttering lights.The high quality interior fit out includes two bespoke staircases, bespoke painted timber wainscoting and decorative architraves, a bespoke fitted kitchen and matching units in the utility room. The internal layout extends to 351 Sq. M. / 3,778 Sq. Ft. (approx.) over three levels and has been designed to take full advantage of its peaceful setting with all reception rooms and bedrooms enjoying the lovely countryside views. At ground floor a sequence of magnificent reception rooms open into each other creating a great flow for family living and entertaining. The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, open plan drawing room/dining room and a large open plan kitchen/breakfast room/living room/sunroom. A large utility room and a guest WC completes the accommodation at this level. The layout on the second floor is equally as impressive and comprises: landing area with a centre staircase leading up to the second floor and four generous sized double bedrooms (two with en-suites and the master bedroom with a walk-in-wardrobe). A luxurious family bathroom and a large walk-in hot press completes the layout at this level. The layout at second floor level comprises: landing area and two large attic rooms. GARDEN & GROUNDS: Manderley stands proudly on circa 2 Acres / 0.81 Hectare of mature gardens with two adjoining paddocks. The property is accessed through decorative black wrought-iron electric gates with two adjoining pedestrian gates. A sweeping gravel driveway with antique street lamps, flanked by rolling lawns and stud-railed fencing leads up the front, both sides and the rear of the property. A double detached garage is positioned to the right-hand side of the house. There is parking for several cars. The private and sun-drenched south-west facing rear garden is laid in rolling lawns bordered by mature and colourful planting. LOCATION: Manderley is a seven minute travelling along Sion Road into the heart of Kilkenny City. The city has many wonderful attractions including Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny Design Centre, Rothe House and St Canice's Cathedral. The Medieval Mile Museum, located in the heart of Kilkenny City, house within the finest example of a medieval church in Ireland. The Medieval Mile isn't just focused on ancient history. 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 Loughboy Shopping Centre, MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre, Market Crossing Shopping Centre, Lidl and Aldi are all in close proximity. The property is convenient to a number of excellent primary and secondary schools including St. Patricks De La Salle National School, St. John of God National School and Gaelscoil Osrai Primary School. The secondary schools are Presentation Secondary School, St. Kieran's College, CBS Secondary School and Kilkenny College. St Coleman's National School in Clara and Bennettsbridge Mixed National School are also in close proximity. A five minute drive will take you to the Dublin Road Roundabout which is the junction N10 and the R712 (junction 6 off the Kilkenny Ring Road). There is easy access to the M9 motorway which services Dublin to Waterford. The Kilkenny train station at MacDonagh Junction is on the Dublin to Waterford line with regular daily trains to and from Dublin and Waterford. We highly recommend viewing of this unique property. Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR -
Entrance Hall (including staircase) - 2.94m x 8.60m
A painted solid wooden door with an arched fanlight, glass side panels and a limestone surround opens into a very grand and spacious entrance hall. A bespoke staircase with a monkey's tail handrail leads up to the first floor. Black and white coloured Porcelain tiles on the hall floor and a runner carpet on the stairs with brass stair rods. Painted timber wainscoting, decorative architraves, ceiling coving and two centre roses.
Drawing Room / Dining Room - 4.72m x 9.40m
A triple aspect open plan room with six Sash windows spanning the full depth of the house. It features a handsome marble open fireplace with a cast-iron inset and marble hearth. Painted timber wainscoting, decorative architraves, ceiling coving and two centre roses. The dining area is very spacious and can accommodate a large table and chairs for entertaining on a grand scale. French doors with a fanlight overhead and glass side panels lead out to the rear garden. Solid Walnut wood flooring throughout.
Kitchen / Living Room - 4.72m x 9.40m
A magnificent and spacious open plan room with triple aspect spanning the full depth of the house. The kitchen area is fitted with a cream coloured country-style kitchen with fitted wall and floor units, a Belfast sink and black marble countertops. Rangemaster cooker with an electric double oven, grill, warming trays, a six burner gas hob and a Rangemaster chimney cooker hood. Neff integrated dishwasher and a Samsung American fridge/freezer. Matching centre island with an oval sink bowl, storage cupboards and drawers and space for up to four breakfast stools. The living area to the front has a feature curved bay window with three Sash windows. Decorative architraves, ceiling coving and recessed lighting. Open plan access through to the sunroom/breakfast room from the kitchen area. A wood effect tiled floor continues through to the living room and sunroom/breakfast room.
Sunroom / Breakfast Room - 3.78m x 4.52m
A sun drenched and spacious room with open plan access through to the kitchen/living room. French doors open out to the rear of the property.
Utility Room - 4.76m x 2.63m + 1.76m x 1.25m
Fitted with cream country-style wall and floor units with a single drainer sink. Plumbing is in place for a washing machine and there is space for a tumble dryer. Two Sash windows overlook the rear garden. Painted timber wainscoting, recessed lighting and wood effect tiled floor. A painted black coloured wooden old style half door with a glass inset gives access out to the side and rear of the house.
Guest W.C. - 2.91m x 1.15m
Comprising a wash hand basin and a WC. Tiled floor and a gable end window.
FIRST FLOOR -
Landing (including staircase) - 4.24m x 4.92m
A very spacious and stunning landing area with a centre staircase leading up to the second floor. Walnut floor fitted with a runner carpet on the landing area and also on the staircase up to the second floor. Decorative architraves, painted timber wainscoting, ceiling coving, centre rose and recessed lighting.
Master Bedroom - 4.81m x 0.72m + 5.13m x 2.89m
Impressive and spacious master bedroom to the front with a curved bay window fitted with three Sash windows. Walnut wooden floor.
En-Suite - 4.97m x 1.99m
Comprising a bath with mixer taps, wet room shower with a 3 bar high pressure Hansgrohe shower, glass shower panel, built-in vanity unit and a WC. Tiled floor, recessed lighting and a Sash window,
Walk-in Wardrobe - 2.59m x 1.58m
Fitted with floor to ceiling hanging space and shelving. Walnut wooden floor and a Sash window to the front of the property.
Bedroom Two - 5.66m x 2.65m + 4.22m x 0.59m
A fine sized double room with two Sash windows overlooking the front of the property. Built-in wardrobes and a Walnut wooden floor.
En-Suite - 4.20m x 1.32m
Comprising a wet room shower with a 3 bar high pressure Hansgrohe shower, glass shower panel, wash hand basin and a WC. Tiled floor and a gable end window.
Bedroom Three - 4.85m x 3.45m
A large double room positioned to the rear fitted with two Sash windows. Built-in wardrobes and a study desk with storage drawers and shelving. Walnut wooden floor.
Bedroom Four - 4.19m x 3.76m
A good sized double fitted with two Sash windows overlooking the rear garden. Walnut wooden floor and built-in wardrobes.
Bathroom - 5.02m x 2.28m + 2.97m x 0.91m
A luxurious, light filled and exceptionally large room with a large feature Sash window with an arched fanlight. Large wet room shower with a 3 bar high pressure Hansgrohe shower, WC with an old toilet cistern and a bespoke double vanity unit. Feature high ceiling with recessed lighting, painted timber wainscoting and wood effect tiled floor.
Walk-in Hot Press - 3.01m x 1.48m + 0.67m x 0.91m
Spacious walk-in hot press with ample dry space for clothes and further storage. Walnut floor.
SECOND FLOOR -
Landing (including staircase) - 2.92m x 1.28m + 1.04m x 3.33m
Access to eaves storage and fitted carpet.
Attic Room One - 4.89m x 3.19m + 3.94m x 1.43m
A spacious area with two large Velux windows to the rear of the property. Fitted cupboards and access to eaves storage.
Attic Room Two - 3.46m x 3.19m + 2.51m x 1.43m
A spacious area with a large Velux window to the rear of the property. Fitted carpet and eaves storage.
Features
- Impressive detached family home
- Circa 2 Acres of secluded gardens and two paddocks
- The property was built by the owners in 2011
- Extremely high standard of finish throughout
- Presented in walk-in condition
- SERVICES:
- Gas fired central heating
- Underfloor heating at ground and first floor level
- Radiators on the second floor
- Concrete floors at ground and first floor level
- Electric gates working from mobile phone, fob and control switch in the house
- Monitored alarm
- Cable with Sky
- Broadband with Aptus
- Telephone points
- Television points
- Own private well and septic tank
BER Details
BER: C1
BER No: 114804370
Energy Performance Indicator: 165.18 kWh/m2/yr Negotiator
R95 VW32 
