Marlay, Grangebellew, Co. Louth

€350,000

Beds	3 beds
Price	€350,000
Property Type	Detached House
Size	136 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-
Refreshed on	May 21, 2024
Eircode	A92 NY33

Description

A charming gate lodge and artist's studio in a tranquil and private setting close by to the M1 Marlay is a delightful 3-bedroom gate lodge located in a serene and secluded setting, yet conveniently close to M1. The charming gate lodge is a two-storey house and was originally part of the Rokeby Hall estate which was designed by Francis Johnston. It is believed that the ground floor was built first in c.1780 at the same time as Rokeby Hall and the first floor was added when the railway was built in c.1820 since the road had been raised to accommodate the railway bridge. The current owner purchased the property in 2012 and undertook an extension and partial restoration, featuring an impressive façade with symmetrical flanking walls. Nestled off a peaceful country road, the gravel driveway gently slopes down to a parking area beside the house. As you ascend the raised steps to the front entrance, you are welcomed into a sitting room and two bedrooms, on double and one single. The lower ground floor includes another sitting room, an open-plan kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. The sitting room features bi-fold doors which open out towards the garden. While requiring some upgrades internally, the house offers great renovation potential. Features include underfloor heating (ground floor only), a hipped slate roof and sash windows. In all the accommodation extends to about 1,461 sq ft or 135 sq m as shown on the accompanying floorplans. Studio/Writing Room Adjacent to the gate lodge is a studio/writing room which extends to about 213 sq ft / 19.8 sq m and is ideal for use as a creative space or a work from home office. Gardens & Grounds The gate lodge is complimented by well-maintained gardens creating a tranquil atmosphere which is ideal for those seeking a retreat property. The garden has a west facing aspect and is idyllically set beside a stream. The boundaries are also well defined with a variety of mature specimen trees providing shelter. A wood/fuel store is accessed from the side of the house. In all the grounds extend to about 0.42 acre / 0.17 hectare.

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Extended and partially renovated
Private and rural setting - ideal as a retreat
Gate lodge dating from c.1780
Studio
About 0.42 acre of gardens and ground alongside a stream

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Liam McCarthy

Description

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Extended and partially renovated
Private and rural setting - ideal as a retreat
Gate lodge dating from c.1780
Studio
About 0.42 acre of gardens and ground alongside a stream

Negotiator

Liam McCarthy

Marlay, Grangebellew, Co. Louth

€350,000

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