Valle Pacis, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow, A63KX66, Ireland

Valle Pacis, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow, A63KX66.
DNG Country Homes & Estates is delighted to bring to the market this exceptional property comprising a 4 bedroom period home on c. 8.13 acres of land, located in the heart of the bustling and growing town of Newtownmountkennedy. Incorporating a walled garden and grounds zoned Town Centre (TC), Valle Pacis represents an excellent development opportunity.
Key Features
- Valle Pacis is a protected structure and comprises a two storey over basement Georgian house extending to c. 264.5 sq m of accommodation, laid out over three floors.
- c. 8.13 acres / 3.29 Hectares of land in total, comprising c. 2 acres zoned "Town Centre (TC)" and the balance zoned "Open Space" and identified as "OP1 - Opportunity Site" under the Newtownmountkennedy Local Area Plan 2022 - 2028.
- The property also features a charming walled garden. This area is included in the area of land which is currently zoned Town Centre (TC) and is primed for future development due to its pivotal position in the centre of Newtownmountkennedy.
- The balance of the lands includes open grassland, an area of mature woodland and the remains of a former mill located beside the Glendarragh stream.
Description
Approached by a gravel driveway accessed from the Main Street, Valle Pacis is an impressive two storey over basement level Georgian house, with a mid-20th century kitchen extension to the rear. Whilst requiring some modernization, this protected structure is full of character and charm, with some very fine period features including ornate cornice and coving, sash and case windows with shutters and a wrought iron veranda to the front. One of the very noteworthy aspects of Valle Pacis is its peaceful elevated position looking south over its lands, which extend down to the banks of the Glendarragh / Altidor River, and beyond to the magical wooded area located along the eastern boundary of the property. The Glendarragh / Altidore River snakes through the lands to meet with the Kilmurray Stream which runs along the southern boundary, adjacent to where the ruins of the former mill building rest, cloaked in ivy.
The entire is identified as 'OP1 - Opportunity Site' under the current Local Area Plan for Newtownmountkennedy.
Zoning
Under the Newtownmountkennedy LAP 2022 - 2028, the lands are identified as providing:
"the optimal location for the delivery of a number of the desired elements of the town centre public realm improvement programme (including Main Street Plaza and Park Extension). Any development on these lands shall accord the following objectives:
- The location and the design of any new structures shall respect and enhance the character and setting of Villa Pacis, the protected structure on the land and its historic curtilage including the walled garden.
- Any proposals on the land zoned TC in the opportunity site area shall include a designed park on the land zoned open space and a proposal for delivery of same for public use in tandem with any development, unless the park is otherwise developed independently. The access to this park shall be from the Main Street across from the existing plaza at the Parkview .
The walled garden, which sits to rear of Valle Pacis along the northern boundary, is a charming component and it, along with the grounds located to the front and side of the house, are zoned Town Centre (TC).
TC Objective - To provide for the development and improvement of appropriate town centre uses including residential, retail, commercial, office and civic use.
TC Description - To develop and consolidate the existing town centre to improve its vibrancy and vitality with the densification of appropriate commercial and residential developments ensuring a mix of commercial, recreational, civic, cultural, leisure and residential uses, while delivering a quality urban environment, with emphasise on regeneration, infill town and historic centre conservation; ensuring priority for public transport where applicable, pedestrians and cyclists, while minimising the impact of private car based traffic and enhance and develop the existing centre's fabric.
Uses Open for Consideration
Uses generally appropriate for town centres (TC) include residential development, commercial, retail, retail services, health, restaurants, public house, public buildings, hotels, guest houses, nursing / care homes, parking, office, tourism and recreational uses, community, including provision for religious use, utility installations and ancillary developments for town centre uses in accordance with the County Development Plan.
Location
Valle Pacis is located in the heart of Newtownmountkennedy, a thriving and bustling town which has benefited from the development of numerous new housing estates in the last ten years. As a result, the town has grown significantly from a population of c. 3500 in 2016 to an expected population of over 5200 in 2028.
There is an array of local shops, cafes, restaurants and other amenities in the vicinity of the property and the N11 is easily accessible too, providing swift access to the Greater Dublin area. In addition, there is a very regular bus service to and from Dublin City Centre, Dublin Airport, Bray and Greystones.

BER exempt
Viewing strictly by prior appointment with sole selling agent.
Asking Price - Offers in excess of �1,500,000 for the entire.