| Beds | 5 beds |
| Price | €950,000 |
| Property Type | Detached House |
| Size | 189 meters2 |
| Energy Rating | BER-G |
| Refreshed on | Aug 27, 2026 |
| Eircode | R95 HX3K |
| Group Name | Sherry FitzGerald McCreery |
| Sales License Number | 001710 |
Description
Sherry Fitzgerald McCreery are delighted to present to market Sandfield, Freshford Road Kilkenny. A commanding and impressive five bedroom detached family home constructed in 1965 and located on 0.67 acres situated directly opposite St. Luke's County Hospital and within 5 minutes walk to Aut Even Hospital. The property extends to 189.2 sq. m./ 2,063.5 sq. ft. and oozes character and charm. There is enormous potential to develop the house and gardens. The spacious and bright accommodation is provided over two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises a welcoming entrance hall, living room, dining room, sunroom, open plan kitchen/dining area, utility room and a ground floor office/ 5th bedroom. A boiler room, sizeable garage and two guest wc's (one with shower) are also located at this level. The layout at first floor level comprises: landing area, three generously sized double bedrooms, one single bedroom and a family bathroom. LOCATION: The Freshford Road is a highly sought-after residential location within walking distance to Kilkenny City. The locality is convenient to a number of primary schools to include St. Canice's co-ed, the Christian Brothers and Presentation all-girls school. Noted secondary schools include the newly constructed C.B.S secondary and Loreto Convent, both a short stroll away. St Luke's Hospital and Aut Even Private Hospital are within very close proximity of the property. Kilkenny has all you would expect from a compact city with a multiplex cinema, shopping centres, and many bars and restaurants to choose from. A ten-minute drive takes you to the M9 motorway which services Dublin and Waterford. Kilkenny train station at MacDonagh Junction is located on the Dublin to Waterford line with regular daily trains to both counties. Viewing is highly advised. Front and Rear Garden: The front garden is set behind an attractive cut-stone wall and is complemented by a selection of mature specimen trees and established planting, creating a private and welcoming approach to the property. A tarmacadam driveway provides generous off-street parking, while a substantial portion of the front garden is laid in lawn. Two side entrances, one with wheelchair access ramp, provide access to the rear gardens. The west-facing rear gardens are a particular feature of the property, with mature specimen trees and established planting providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion. Two limestone-paved patio areas offer excellent spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining. A natural archway, framed by mature hedging and established planting, leads through to the rear orchard and further garden grounds beyond. The gardens are fully enclosed, creating a peaceful and private outdoor environment.Given the size of the garden there is development potential (STPP).
Accommodation
Entrance Hall (incl Stairs) - 4.5m x 2.5m A solid oak front door complete with central and white glazed side panels opens onto a welcoming entrance hall. Decorative maple hardwood oak flooring. Access to alarm panel. An impressive and decorative timber staircase with open threads provide access to the first floor. Living Room - 5.47m x 3.6m Bright and spacious living room benefiting from picture window to front and rear gardens. This relaxing space accommodates a centrally located striking white marble hearth with decorative marble surround, accommodating a gas stove. A concertina folding wall provides access to the adjoining dining room. Finished with hardwood timber floors and recessed ceiling lights. Dining Room - 4.5m 3.2m This amply proportioned dining room provides the perfect setting for evening entertaining. The room incorporates a service hatch to the kitchen and integrated cabinetry. A sliding door provides access to the sunroom overlooking the rear garden. Finished with hardwood flooring and recessed ceiling lights Sunroom - 4.3m x 2.3m Bright sunroom located to the rear of the property overlooking the rear garden via a picture window. Sliding patio doors provide access to the rear garden and dining room. Tiled flooring Kitchen - 5.46m x 3.44m The kitchen is situated to the rear of the property and overlooks the impressive rear gardens. The space incorporates solid oak eye and floor level shaker style cabinetry and tiled flooring. Integrated appliances include a Siemens Oven, Hotpoint dishwasher, Belling hob and Oil-Fired Aga Cooker. Tiled spashbacks complete this space. Office / Additional 5th Bedroom - 3.1m x 3.1m Amply proportioned ground floor office/ 5th bedroom with bay window overlooking the front garden. Integrated oak desk and cabinetry with additional shelving overhead. Solid Oak timber flooring and plastered and painted walls. WC / Shower Room - 3.19m x 2.16m Fully tiled floors and walls, whb, wc, bidet, recessed ceiling lights. Landing - 5.77m x 1.13m Accessed via decorative open thread oak staircase complete with a polished timber handrail with black metal balustrading. Carpeted flooring. Master Bedroom - 4.6m x 3.3m Bright and amply proportioned double bedroom complete with 5 door fitted wardrobes, integrated bedside lockers and overhead storage units. Bedroom 2 - 3.17m x 2.95m A well-appointed double room positioned to the rear of the property with picture window overlooking rear garden. Complete with fitted carpets, and integrated wardrobes. Bedroom 3 - 3.3m x 2.8m A double room located to the rear finished with built-in wardrobes, dressing table and fitted carpet. Bedroom 4 - 3.2m x 2.17m A bright and spacious double room positioned to the front of the property. Fitted carpet and built in wardrobes. Bathroom - 2.55m x 2.3m Comprising wc, wash hand basin with fitted vanity unit underneath and a stand in bath. Partly tiled walls and timber flooring. Picture window provides natural light.
Features
BER Details
BER: G BER No: 118461557 Energy Performance Indicator: 610.7 kWh/m2/yr
Negotiator
Keith McCreery
Parking
Central Heating
Garden
Alarm
Date created: 27 Aug 2026Updated on: 27 Aug 2026
