Springhill Cottage, Coolmeen, Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny, R95T262

Welcome to your dream home. This stunning, rebuilt two-storey tiered detached farmhouse blends classic country charm with modern design. Nestled in a quiet setting, the home features a bright and well-designed layout with high-end finishes throughout. Springhill Cottage is a distinctive, spacious and light filled country home in a peaceful and picturesque countryside setting. The site extends to circa 0.26 Hectares / 0.64 Acre with an option to purchase an adjoining paddock (circa 0.12 Hectares / 0.29 Acre) if required. The property extends to approximately 194 Sq. M. / 2,088 Sq. Ft. spanning over two levels. The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, guest WC, living room, snug room, kitchen/dining room and sitting room. A utility room completes the layout at ground floor level. The layout at first floor level is equally impressive and comprises: galleried effect landing area, a large master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, inner hall, two generous-sized double bedrooms, family bathroom and walk-in hot press. OUTSIDE: Springhill Cottage sits peacefully on a slightly elevated and sun-drenched site which extends to circa 0.26 Hectares / 0.64 Acres. The secluded and mature landscaped gardens offer a peaceful private escape. Mature trees and green hedging frame the space. The property is accessed via a curved stone entrance with old-style black wrought iron vehicular entrance gates. The front yard is laid in Gold Chippings and provides plenty of off-street parking. This area contains a number of traditional stone outbuildings. A feature stone and brick archway abuts a sunny Flagstone patio bordered by railway sleepers and colourful flowerbeds. Three Limestone steps lead up to the front door of the house. A pretty stone wall with a wrought iron gate leads up to a second raised Flagstone patio area, bordered by gravel and a retaining stone wall with raised beds which are planted with a good selection of herbaceous and flowering plants. Stone steps lead up to a large, sunny and secluded west-facing lawn area. The gardens are well stocked with mature trees and colourful plants including Red Robin, Sycamore, Beech, Conifer, Japanese Maple, St. John’s Wort, Hydrangea, Potentilla, John’s Blue Geranium and Hellebore. A large sun-drenched south-west facing Flagstone patio area to the rear of the property is perfect for al-fresco dining and entertaining. This area has lovely views of the adjoining paddock (circa 0.12 Hectares / 0.29 Acre) which would be available for sale if required. LOCATION: Springhill Cottage is conveniently located in the townland of Coolmeen in the parish of Ballyhale in County Kilkenny. A five-minute drive (via R448) will take you into Ballyhale village. The amenities in the village include Scoil Phádraig Primary School, Scoil Aireagal Secondary School, Ballyhale Creche and Montessori School, Ballyhale Medical Centre, Kissane’s Pharmacy, St Martin Of Tours Catholic church, Ballyhale Shamrocks GAA Club, Andy’s Bar and Tirlán CountryLife store. Springhill Cottage is a 9-minute drive (via R448 and R669) to the neighbouring village of Knocktopher which also has many amenities including Centra Supermarket and Service Station and Irish's Bar. A 15-minute drive (R448) will take you to the Mount Juliet Estate which is a luxury 5-star country estate hotel, Spa and Golf Club located in Thomastown. This estate is set on 500 Acres of lush parkland overlooking the River Nore. Thomastown itself is a bustling market town with many amenities including Thomastown Train Station (Waterford to Dublin InterCity route), Primary Care Centre, restaurants, coffee houses, Lidl & SuperValu and three pharmacies. A 13-minute drive will take you to Castlemorris Woods which has 3 looped walks between 3km and 7km. The walks are all on level ground through mixed woodland that once formed part of the former estate demesne land. A ten-minute drive (via R669) will take you to Junction 10 on the M9 motorway allowing easy access to Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Kildare and Dublin. The travelling time to Dublin by car is one hour and ninety minutes. Viewing of this wonderful property is highly recommended.