Rathduff Lodge, Rathduff, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny

€550,000

Beds	4 beds
Price	€550,000
Property Type	Detached House
Size	219 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-C1
Refreshed on	May 22, 2025
Eircode	R95 N292
Group Name	Sherry FitzGerald McCreery
Sales License Number	001710

Description

**OPEN VIEWING ON SATURDAY 24TH MAY FROM 4.30PM TO 5PM** Rathduff Lodge is a substantial detached dormer bungalow which comes to the market in walk-in condition throughout. This premium property will appeal to buyers looking for a high-quality and spacious family in a picturesque and south-after location, close to all important amenities. Rathduff Lodge is conveniently located in the townland of Rathduff which is in the parish of Thomastown in Country Kilkenny. The property was built in 1997 and extends to 218.53 Sq. M. / 2,352 Sq. Ft. approx. spanning over two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, living/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, guest WC, four double bedrooms (master with WC and walk-in wardrobe). A luxury family bathroom and walk-in cloakroom / hot press completes the layout at ground floor level. The first-floor level comprises: large landing area and two spacious attic rooms. GARDENS AND GROUNDS: Rathduff Lodge sits peacefully on circa 0.5 Acre / 0.2 Hectares of mature and secluded gardens. The property is set well back from the road and is accessed by a sweeping chip stone driveway, flanked by lawns with mature trees and post and rail fencing on one side. There is parking to the front, side and rear of the house for several cars. The front garden features an attractive stone boundary wall along with a matching low retaining wall which separates the ship stone parking area from the lawned areas. There is a good selection of mature herbaceous planting in the front garden. The sun-drenched south-west facing rear garden is a true highlight - a labour of love featuring a raised Limestone patio ideal for al fresco dining, vibrant lawns, and mature herbaceous borders that burst into colour throughout the seasons. A metal garden shed is located at the end of the rear garden. There are three sets of outdoor plug sockets. LOCATION: Rathduff Lodge is convenienty located just a 5-minute drive (via R700) from the vibrant market town of Thomastown. There are many important amenities in Thomastown including St. Mary's National School, Grennan College Secondary School, Thomastown Creche & Montessori School and Thomastown Primary Care Centre. The soon to be opened state of the art new modern 95 bed St. Columba's Hospital Community Nursing Unit in addition to a 20 bed Dementia unit, additional to the very popular Assisted Living Bungalows. Thomastown is a highly renowned Heritage Town of great character with a vast range of sporting amenities to include Tennis & Basketball, Salmon & Trout fishing on the beautiful River Nore, which is also home to Ireland's first outdoor Olympic sized pool, The Weir Pool. Riverside walks and highly successful Athletic, Football and GAA Hurling Clubs. There is a lovely selection of Cafes, popular traditional pubs and a range of restaurants, notably 2024 Best Newcomer in Leinster in The Irish Restaurant Awards (Tabu) and Lekker Food Collection, a French Bakery/patisserie & South African café who recently won the Gold Award Winning “Taste of Ireland”. There is a wide range of local grocers and supermarkets including the well-stocked SuperValu and Lidl. The luxurious Mount Juliet Estate offers many amenities including the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, home to 2023 Irish Open Championship and formally The World Matchplay. The estate offers fine dining at the Michelin Starred Lady Helen Restaurant in the original 260-year-old country manor and The Hound at Hunter's Yard. There are several tertiary schools such as the Pottery Skills School, Grennan Craft Mill, Grennan College Equestrian School and the School of Food. Thomastown has many historic old local Mills, world renowned Jerpoint Abbey which attracts approx. 250,000 visitors annually, a restored Concert Hall which attracts many renowned musical artists & plays, & a highly successful annual Creative Arts Festival. Thomastown is renowned for its welcoming friendly atmosphere. A 15-minute drive will take you into Kilkenny city (R700) which has many tourist attractions including Kilkenny Castle and is one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations. A 45-minute drive will take you to many beautiful beaches in Wexford & Waterford. The travelling time by car to Waterford is 30-minutes (M9 Motorway) and to Dublin is 1-hour and 45-minutes. The train journey from Thomastown Train Station to Heuston Station in Dublin is 1-hour & 50-minutes. Viewing is highly recommended...

Accommodation

GROUND FLOOR - Entrance Hall - 4.49m x 4.24m + 3.21m x 1.00m A premium Composite steel front door with glass side panels opens into a grand and spacious entrance hall. Solid Walnut flooring, ceiling coving and recessed ceiling lighting. Impressive Teak wood L-shaped staircase up to first floor level. 9ft high ceiling. Living / Dining Room - 8.51m x 5.45m Impressive and large dual aspect open plan room split-level room with a bay window overlooking the front garden and driveway. Open fireplace with wooden surround, cast-iron insert and Marble hearth. Stained tongue and groove floorboards and recessed ceiling lighting. Three steps with a curved balustrade lead up to the dining room area. South-facing gable end window. Stained tongue and groove floorboards and recessed ceiling lighting. The dining area is spacious and can accommodate a large table and chairs for formal dining. 9ft high ceiling in the living room area. Kitchen /Breakfast Room - 6.83m x 4.12m A sun-drenched open plan room with views of the rear garden. The kitchen area is fitted with Anthracite Grey fitted wall and floor units with wooden countertops. Two Neff electric ovens and induction hob. Black coloured extractor fan. Nordmende integrated dishwasher. Alcove for American fridge/freezer. West-facing window to the rear. Built-in bins and strip lighting under the floor units. Matching centre island with plenty of underneath storage and wooden countertop. The breakfast area has plenty of space for a table and chairs for family dining. Solid Walnut flooring and recessed ceiling lighting throughout. French doors open out to the patio area and rear garden from the breakfast area. Utility Room - 1.69m x 1.88m Fitted with Black high-gloss floor to ceiling cupboards. Plumbing in in place for a washing and space for a tumble dryer. Built-in seating with underneath storage drawer. Window to the rear and coat hanging space. Tiled flooring and 9ft high ceiling. Sliding Pocket Doors to Guest WC. Cloakroom / Hot Press - 3.09m x 1.96m Walk-in cloakroom / hot press with fitted shelving, hot water cylinder and coat hanging space. Fitted carpet flooring. Connecting Hall - 5.59m x 0.99m Fitted carpet floor and 9ft high ceiling. Master Bedroom - 4.13m x 4.14m Impressive and spacious light-filled master bedroom with a bay window overlooking the front garden and driveway. 9ft high ceiling with recessed lighting. Fitted carpet flooring and vertical radiator. Walk-in Wardrobe - 2.08m x 1.37m Fitted with floor to ceiling hanging space, shelving and storage drawers. Fitted carpet flooring and overhead radiator. WC - 1.39m x 1.91m Comprising a WC with built-in flush plate. Wall mounted vanity unit with oval Porcelain wash hand basin with worktop and underneath storage cupboards. Feature tiled wall over the vanity unit fitted with a Wall mounted LED mirror. Tiled flooring and frosted gable end window. Guest WC - 2.00m x 0.89m Comprising WC and vanity unit with a glass round wash hand basin. Tiled flooring and south-facing gable end window. Bedroom Two - 3.10m x 4.13m + 1.74m x 0.56m A good-sized and bright double bedroom positioned to the rear of the property. Fitted carpet flooring and built-in wardrobes. 9ft high ceiling. Bedroom Three - 3.03m x 3.61m A bright and spacious double bedroom located to the rear of the property. Built-in wardrobes and fitted carpet flooring. 9ft high ceiling. Bedroom Four - 3.61m x 2.51m A double bedroom to the side with a gable end window. 9ft high ceiling and fitted carpet flooring. Bathroom - 3.59m x 2.69m Comprising a freestanding back to wall double ended spa bath with a wall mounted mixer tap. Walk-in wet room shower with glass enclosure, rain shower head and hand-held attachment. WC with built-in flush plate and wall mounted vanity unit with oval Porcelain wash hand basin with underneath storage drawers and worktop. LED wall mounted mirror. Chrome flat towel radiator. Fully tiled walls and floor. Frosted gable end window, recessed ceiling lighting and extractor fan. 9ft high ceiling. FIRST FLOOR - Landing - 5.18m x 4.22m (including staircase) Light-filled and spacious area with a west-facing remote controlled sensor Velux window fitted in the roof to the rear of the property. Fitted carpet flooring and recessed ceiling lighting. Access to eaves storage fitted with a removable recessed display shelving. Attic Room One - 4.47m x 4.22m A spacious and light filled area with a west-facing remote controlled sensor Velux window fitted in the roof to the rear. Recessed ceiling lighting and fitted carpet flooring. Attic Room Two - 4.21m x 2.83m A spacious and light filled area with a west facing remote controlled sensor Velux window fitted in the roof to the rear. Access to eaves storage and fitted carpet flooring.

BER Details

BER: C1 BER No: 118162999 Energy Performance Indicator: 173.46 kWh/m²/yr

Negotiator

John Doherty

Description

Accommodation

BER Details

BER: C1 BER No: 118162999 Energy Performance Indicator: 173.46 kWh/m²/yr

Negotiator

John Doherty