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9 Heywood Village, Ballinakill, Co. Laois, R32HE63
Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty Hume Auctioneers – We Get The Pick Of The Crop
Enjoying a picture-postcard setting in an exclusive enclave of prestigious houses overlooking the beautiful Gills Pond, in the pretty village of Ballinakill, this magnificent home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a home of distinction in a truly special location.
Set in the Heywood estate, the property is immersed in immense countryside, yet has every conceivable convenience on your doorstep. Heywood community school (the largest secondary school in the county) is a short stroll away, so too is a magnificent primary school, church, convenience stores, pubs and food outlets.
There is even an outdoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art playground right on your doorstep.
The breathtakingly beautiful public garden designed by the world-famous architect Edwin Lutyens on the grounds of Heywood Demesne.
A stunning location deserves a stunning home and with a design to reimagine a Victorian gate lodge, this spectacular perfectly fits its billing.
Step into the beautiful welcoming hall and the impeccable décor and attention to detail will truly impress. With designer tiling, bespoke radiator covers and a feature staircase, the tone is set for a truly magnificent home.
Off the hall is the most magnificent large reception room which spans the full width of the house. With an array of picture windows overlooking the majestic surrounds, this room will remain in your mind forever. High ceilings with recessed lighting, a triple aspect setting, patio doors to the front and a feature wood pellet stove all combine to make this room spectacular right throughout the year.
The kitchen dining room once again exemplifies excellent design and scintillating good taste. Echoing its Victorian influences, the bespoke kitchen enjoys bespoke handcrafted cabinetry complete with inglenook style range surround, large island and stone worktops. The room is further enhanced by a freestanding stove is a purpose-built recess and a state-of-the-art rangemaster cooker. With picture windows, double glass doors to the hallway, and a sunny aspect, this is a cook’s paradise.
Off the kitchen is a large utility room which is fully plumbed and excellently appointed.
A spacious guest wc completes the ground floor accommodation.
On the first floor there are four stunning bedrooms.
The master bedroom enjoys spectacular views across the lake and on onto Heywood Demesne with its beautiful walks, follies, woods and ponds. A glass door leads to a magnificent balcony, from here you can watch a dramatically changing landscape from sunrise to sunset. Off the master bedroom is a fully appointed ensuite bathroom.
The second bedroom also enjoys a full ensuite. The third is so spacious it serves as a guest bedroom and a home office.
The fourth bedroom is a large single.
A beautifully appointed full bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.
In a house of many exciting features, perhaps the biggest surprise lies in the rear garden. This space is totally private, beautifully landscaped and enjoys sun trap patios, planting walls and storage. And yet there is still room for a suite of outside rooms. These state-of-the-art spaces are currently used as office space and with three large rooms finished to a luxurious standard, they are ideal for an executive or professional working from home.
Stretching to 2,200 square feet of luxurious accommodation in the main house and substantial further space in the outside rooms, this is amongst the largest homes for sale in the region.
Ground Floor
Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Sitting Room
19' 2" x 16' 1" (5.84m x 4.90m)
Dining Room
16' 1" x 13' 2" (4.90m x 4.01m)
Kitchen
16' 1" x 13' 2" (4.90m x 4.01m)
Store /Study
12' 1" x 10' 2" (3.68m x 3.10m)
Separate Toilet
First Floor
Landing
Bedroom 1
23' 1" x 12' 1" (7.04m x 3.68m)
En-suite
Bedroom 2
11' 2" x 11' 2" (3.40m x 3.40m)
Bedroom 3
11' 2" x 10' (3.40m x 3.05m)
Bedroom 4
9' 2" x 9' 1" (2.79m x 2.77m)
Bathroom
9' 2" x 6' 2" (2.79m x 1.88m)
1 Gb Fibre Broadband laid on
Viewing Highly Recommended
Abbeyleix 6km
Durrow 8 Km
Portlaoise 19 Km
Kilkenny 25 km