The latest property to hit the market in Laois promises jaw-dropping beauty and elegant landscaping, for an eyewatering €725,000.

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Located along the R433 Churchville, Rathdowney, this exceptional five bedroom period residence resides on C.1.186 acres, (0.48 hectares), and promises to be a stunning family home for the right buyer.

The property is in excellent condition, with extensive landscaped gardens, an enclosed courtyard and coach house. Within walking distance of the town's square and local secondary school, this house offers both privacy and convenience. 

The beautiful detached home which oozes character enjoys an idyllic setting, centrally located by a gravel driveway leading to a parking area. The extensive gardens include lawns flowerbeds, shrubs, fruit trees and gorgeous garden features.

The enclosed courtyard has a separate entrance, bound by large cut stone walls leading to the coach house. The coach house is in excellent condition, giving rise to many opportunities for expansion, such as offices, studios, or for residential purposes subject to the necessary planning permission.

The property is within a few kilometres of M7 and M8 motorway access, and is a 15 minute drive to Ballybrophy railway station.

Portlaoise is 32km away from the property; Roscrea is 20km, Kilkenny is 28km, and Thurles 24km. The property is within walking distance of primary and secondary schools, churches, sports clubs and shops.This property includes an entrance hall featuring a tiled floor, double glazed doors and windows.

The spacious kitchen boasts a tiled floor, fitted units, a stanley oilfired cooker, an electric oven and hob, a standalone island, along with exceptional natural light.

The conservatory is spacious and bright, featuring a timber floor, a high ceiling and gorgeous panelling. The impressive dining room melds class and comfort, with an open fireplace and a timber floor. The property also has a second sitting room with an open fireplace.

The utility room provides all practicalities you may need, including a tiled floor, storage presses, and it is conveniently plumbed for a washing machine. Also on the ground floor, an office and two shower rooms / WCs can be found.  There is one bedroom downstairs, along with a boot room.

The stairs and landing are fully carpeted, with four bedrooms on the first floor. Bedroom one is fully carpeted with a storage press and velux window. The second bedroom is fully carpeted with fitted wardrobes and a vanity unit. Two more bedrooms are also located on this floor.  The upstairs bathroom is fully tiled, with a stunning sunken bath.

The back door of the property leads to the courtyard and coach house. The coach house extends to C.1300 sq ft and is lofted. There is a small single storey extension to the coach house. This property is BER exempt. Eircode R32C8X2.

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