PICTURES: 'Jaw-droppingly beautiful' home in Portlaoise hits the market for steal price

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Three-storey, five-bedroom, four-bathroom 3 Kilminchy Place, Portlaoise, Co Laois goes on sale for €450,000

Described as "jaw droppingly beautiful", this property in Portlaoise was designed by internationally recognised architect Melville Dunbar.

The house is one of three in a row of period-style, three-storey residences of almost 2,800sq ft. Kilminchy Village is a most sought-after neighbourhood, located in an exclusive area. 

Oozing immense kerb appeal, the property is timeless with its classical good looks, mature beech hedging and Kilkenny blue limestone features.

The beautifully finished entrance hall announces a home of distinction. A large sitting room sits to the front of the property.

Beautifully finished with a modern stove, twin picture windows and solid floors, this room pays tribute to the period style influences of the design. One of the finest kitchens to be found anywhere on the market stretches the width of the house.

Off the hall is an alcove cloaks space which leads to a guest wc. There is also a superb utility room on this floor which in turn leads to a massive integral garage. This space is a superb storage/ hobby room and with front and rear up and over doors gives excellent access to the rear garden.

On the first floor, the luxury continues. A stunning drawing room style reception room takes pride of place. The master bedroom suite to the rear of this floor includes a huge walk-in-wardrobe, fully appointed ensuite bathroom and a large double bedroom.

On the second floor there are three superb double bedrooms. All three enjoy excellent built in wardrobes with the master enjoying a fully appointed ensuite.

Outside there are gardens to the front and rear. The rear garden is an idyllic family space. Totally secure and benefitting from a designer wooden fence and with a huge lawn, this is a secure and fun space for a growing family or pets alike.

This is a home of exquisite taste and exceptional standards. 

Within Kilminchy Village is a neighbourhood centre to include, shops, restaurants, pharmacy and a gastropub. 

The recreational amenities include natural lakes, a purpose-built basketball court and acres of green space. Schools, shops, leisure centre and the hospital are all within walking distance, whilst Portlaoise town centre and the M7 motorway are just a few minutes away by car.