Historic Period Residence For Sale in Co. Offaly

Comprising a large detached three-bay two-storey over basement this imposing property occupies an elevated yet secluded position adjacent to the town of Kilcormac and part-bounded by the majestic Silver River. It offers excellent views of the surrounding countryside including the Slieve Bloom mountains.

The main entrance comprises a sweeping tree-lined avenue through decorative wrought iron gates and double piers leading to the front of the dwelling. The second gated entrance is via beautifully maintained stone piers/ walls giving access to the court yard to the rear of the dwelling. The house itself is entered via rising limestone steps leading to a double entrance hall/lobby. Accommodation consists of hallway, sitting room, drawing room, office, kitchen, pantry, scullery, study, breakfast room, 6 bedrooms (3 ensuite), oratory ,bathroom, separate toilet all over three floors. Whilst the property would benefit from some upgrading it oozes potential and charm.

The house retains many original features including high ceilings, decorative coving / door architrave/ skirting ,doors, window shutters, fireplaces, mahogany staircase.

The property is ideal for a number of uses such as a large private residence, boutique hotel/guest house or residential development (subject to planning permission).

The lands to the front of the property are of good quality, free draining and versatile and offer additional development potential being located within the 50K town zone.

It is centrally located within walking distance of all amenities in the area and only 20 km from Tullamore and 16 km from Birr.

History of Carmel House
Carmel House was constructed in 1802 on the site of a 15th Century Carmelite Abbey commissioned by the ancient Irish O ‘ Molloy clan in about 1420. It is located in the historic region of Ireland known as Firceall (men of the Churches ). It went out of church ownership in 1807 but was re-acquired in 1908 when it was renamed Carmel (previously Greenhills) and served as the main parochial house up to 2010.

Features & Services
– Historic Period Residence on 7.5 acres.
– Secluded site on the edge of Town Centre.
– Close to all amenities.
– Offers immense potential.
– Residence & outbuildings renovated to a high standard.
– Mains water, septic tank, oil fired central heating system.
– Elevated position with views of the Slieve Blooms and surrounding countryside.
– Range of mainly two storey/lofted cut stone outbuildings.
– Mature parkland with native tree surround.
– Long tree-lined Avenue.

BER Details
Exempt

Ground Floor
Entrance Hallway: 3m x 3.5m
Main Hallway: 3.8m x 3.8m
Sitting Room (open fire dual aspect): 4.5m x 4.8m
Drawing Room (dual aspect open fire): 4.7m x 6.3m
Office/Study: 3.5m x 4.5m
Bedroom 1: 4.5m x 3.2m
En-Suite: 3.2m x 1.1m

First Floor
Bedroom 2: 4.6m x 3.5m
Bathroom 3: 3.4m x 2.8
Bedroom 4 with En-Suite: 3.4m x 4.5m
Bedroom 5: 6.4m x 4.7m
Bedroom 6 with En-Suite: 4.6m x 6.3m
Oratory: 3.2m x 3.6m
Landing Area: 3.8m x 2m

Basement
Breakfast Room: 3.9m x 4.1m
Storage/Strong Room: 2.9m x 2.2m
Bedroom: 3m x 3m
Hall: 6.2m x 1.2m
Basement Hallway (tiled floor): 4.8m x 3.6m
Library: 3.3m x 3.5m
Kitchen: 6.2m x 4.6m
Pantry: 4m x 3.5m