The Blue School, Church Lane, Drogheda, Louth

POA

Beds	5 beds
Price	POA
Property Type	Detached House
Size	meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
Refreshed on	May 2, 2025
Eircode	A92NF8D
Group Name	Robt. B. Daly & Son Ltd.
Sales License Number	001890

Description

Terry Trench, in his memoir” Nearly Ninety” states That he and his wife, Bea, (Orpen) often referred to “The Blue School” As the nicest house in Drogheda! “The Blue School”, Church Lane, Drogheda, Co. Louth. On Approx. 0.865 of an acre For Sale by Private Treaty One of the finest Houses in Drogheda Town, a mid-Victorian Period gentleman's Residence standing within a glorious private oasis just off the centre of Drogheda Town - just inviting you to come and view. This property has prestige! Description: The Blue School is a very impressive period home enjoying an idyllic hidden setting just off Drogheda Town Centre This fine two-storey period residence features a stone and plastered exterior and offers spacious accommodation . The property is nicely set back from the Town Centre and is surrounded by mature gardens and numerous specimen trees, giving great space and privacy. The house is approached through impressive stone piers with cast iron gates and a driveway leading to the front of the house with ample parking. The internal accommodation is of generous proportions in line with the time of construction, with many period features still intact throughout the home, including the sash windows, detailed coving and feature high ceilings. The grand entrance hall provides access to the main reception rooms, including the study and dining room, which are bright and spacious, and then the main drawing room, which opens out to the Family room and then leads to the kitchen and utility. There is access from both the Family Room and Kitchen to westerly patios and abundant gardens. A most elegant Mid-Victorian residence, standing on a beautiful C. 0.865-acre site. (Held in Folio LH17653F) Situated in the heart of Drogheda Town and just a stroll from St Laurence Centre and the center of the town, 4 minutes from Drogheda Town center . The Blue School showcases a wealth of period features that evoke the essence of a former era. Over the years, it has been meticulously maintained and greatly enhanced and improved with the addition of several superb reception rooms, the family room, and kitchen - all perfect for modern living. It is now a most livable family home. History: This property was built in the mid-Victorian period c.1870 It was built as a school with headmaster residence; see the well-proportioned rooms. The Drogheda Blue School was established to educate and apprentice young male children. The school was named for the blue uniform originally worn by the pupils. The Blue School plays a positive role in the heritage of Drogheda as well as being an important structure in the social history of the town. Summary Grounds: C. 0.35 Hectares – 0.865 Acres – Folio LH17653F The grounds are a special feature; they are beautifully mature, spacious and private. The property is within a “existing residential” zoning, and there is potential for some development on it. They extend to a very impressive 0.865 of an acre. Zoning: So, in addition to being so suitable as a fine residence, there are nice possibilities, within the zoning, for such uses as a retreat centre, educational, and residential. Guesthouse, Nursing Home, etc. The house is nicely positioned in the northern corner of the plot, thus leaving a large expanse of open ground for some additional use. It is so rare to find such a sizeable lot (0.865 of an acre) within the town Centre. Amenities: Drogheda is a very vibrant Provincial Town that really has everything. It has a wide array of shops, restaurants, cinemas, nightlife, churches etc There are numerous schools, primary and secondary schools, in the area. The opportunities for golf enthusiasts to play the internationally acclaimed links course at Co. Louth GC (Baltray) and Seapoint or Laytown & Bettystown Golf courses. Plus, there are the nearby beaches of Clogherhead and Laytown & Bettystown are only a short drive away. Drogheda is extremely well served by public transport via bus or train service. Dublin city centre and airport are only 60 mins and 40 minutes away respectively. Altogether, this makes it an ideal place to call home. House Description The Blue School is a fine period house with a large site with potential. The property has been expertly maintained over the years and comes to market in pristine condition throughout. Boasting many original features of its era, this home has been meticulously renovated with enormous attention to detail and a high-standard quality finish. As you enter the Blue School, you are welcomed by a spacious hallway adorned with original details. The reception rooms are impressive, featuring high ceilings, ornate roses, elegant paneling, window shutters, intricate cornices, and original fireplaces. Each element has been meticulously preserved to maintain its timeless charm. Each room exudes warmth and sophistication, highlighted by the beautiful cathedral-style kitchen, which leads to the sunroom with a western orientation. Listed The Blue school is a protected structure (LCC ref DB-022) and is listed in the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. (NIAH no 13619090) Zoning: Zoned A1 Existing Residential Services: Mains electricity, mains water, mains sewerage Heating is by way of mains gas, with a boiler. (gas aga (part electric & gas)

Accommodation

Accommodation Ground Floor Entrance Hall: (7.21m x 3.76m) .A very impressive and welcoming hall, with tiled floor, with high decorated ceiling and cornice plasterwork. Commemorative plaque to William Cairnes, who established this Blue School in 1870, on the wall. Drawing Room: (9.21m x 5.81m) With great proportions, feature an antique French marble fireplace with a modern stove, a display alcove, this was the classroom many years ago. Timber flooring and made-to-measure carpet. Doors leading to Family Sunroom: (6.57m x 5.46m) West-facing orientation, enjoying the midday and evening sun. There is a cast iron fireplace and heating. Wooden floor and ceiling, with a ceiling fan. Connected to the kitchen by a circular staircase with junkers floor. Double doors to the exterior, leading onto the tennis court. Study: (4.44m x 5.75m) Upgraded period style shelving and cabinet space. This room features a very fine period Adams marble fireplace and two display alcoves. Ideal for a home office. Dining room: (4.12m x 5.51m) Features in-built cupboards and an antique timber fireplace with a mirror over-mantle. Cosy and warm and full of character. Inner Hall: (3.55m x 3.7m), off which there is a Bar (1.2m x 1.3m) with full shelving and sink unit. Kitchen: (5.50m x 7.51m) A beautiful Cathedral-style kitchen, west facing. Upgraded in 2003. Large granite -topped central island containing 2 sinks, Gas-fired AGA cooker with electric module and gas hob, a range of fitted cupboards and glass fronted display cabinets, a walk-in pantry (2.65m x 1.51m), double doors to rear patio. Utility Room: (5.36m x 3.22m), with sink, cupboards, hot press, and door leading to the Yard. Downstairs WC: (2.3m x 1.22m). Toilet and basin. Upstairs: Large landing (3.73m x 3.76m) with overhead decorative sky-light, leading to Master Bedroom (5.5m x 5.87m), has a southerly and westerly view, with sash windows. Coving and ceiling rose. Off this bedroom there is a Dressing Room (3.61m x 2.62m), fully shelved, leading to En-Suite Bathroom (3.61m x 3.24m). This contains a slipper bath, separate shower unit, his-and-Hers sink units, a bidet and toilet. It has underfloor heating. Bedroom 2 (4.03m x 5.83m) has fitted wardrobes, with a southerly and easterly view. Bedroom 3 (4.3m x 5.83m) has fitted wardrobes and an easterly view. Bedroom 4 (3.42m x 3.78m) has a southerly aspect. Many years ago, this used to be Bea Orpen’s studio. Main Shower Room (3.0m x 2.44m) with shower, toilet and sink-unit, and bathroom cabinets. Underfloor heating. Bedroom 5 (3.2m x 4.82m) has fitted wardrobes Shower Room (2.07m x 2.30m) with toilet, sink, shower and bathroom cabinet. Hot Press / Storage (2.07m x 1.09m). Attic Space: There is a very large Attic Space, easily accessed by a pull-down Stira - stairs in the en-suite Bathroom. The attic is floored over most of its area and has lots of overhead space. It provides a marvellous storage area and contains a water tank. Outside From the utility room, a door leads to a yard, where there is a boiler-house (1.7m x 1.65m) containing a gas-fired central heating boiler, and 2 storage sheds, each 1.8m x 1.47m, both shelved. Patio: with decorative large stone wall fountain. Tennis Court: Hard tennis court with flood lights (currently disconnected). Glasshouse: (3.93 m x 2.6 m.) Manufactured by Hartley Botanic, Oldham, constructed 2001. Garage: (6.7m x 4.25m.) with side shelving. Fixtures and fittings: The sale includes all carpets, including the made-to-measure carpet in the drawing room, all curtains, and some light fittings. Of Note… • Throughout the main house, there are sash windows with functioning shutters. • Kitchen upgraded in 2003. • Main House re-roofed in 2004. • Fibre Broadband present • Electric Gates

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Accommodation

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BER: Exempt

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