Rathduff Lodge, Rathduff, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny, R95 N292, Ireland
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- SIZE
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Description
Rathduff Lodge is a substantial detached dormer bungalow which comes to the market in walk-in condition throughout.
This premium property will appeal to buyers looking for a high-quality and spacious family in a picturesque and south-after location, close to all important amenities.
Rathduff Lodge is conveniently located in the townland of Rathduff which is in the parish of Thomastown in Country Kilkenny.
The property was built in 1997 and extends to 218.53 Sq. M. / 2,352 Sq. Ft. approx. spanning over two levels.
The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, living/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, guest WC, four double bedrooms (master with WC and walk-in wardrobe). A luxury family bathroom and walk-in cloakroom / hot press completes the layout at ground floor level.
The first-floor level comprises: large landing area and two spacious attic rooms.
GARDENS AND GROUNDS:
Rathduff Lodge sits peacefully on circa 0.5 Acre / 0.2 Hectares of mature and secluded gardens. The property is set well back from the road and is accessed by a sweeping chip stone driveway, flanked by lawns with mature trees and post and rail fencing on one side. There is parking to the front, side and rear of the house for several cars.
The front garden features an attractive stone boundary wall along with a matching low retaining wall which separates the ship stone parking area from the lawned areas. There is a good selection of mature herbaceous planting in the front garden.
The sun-drenched south-west facing rear garden is a true highlight - a labour of love featuring a raised Limestone patio ideal for al fresco dining, vibrant lawns, and mature herbaceous borders that burst into colour throughout the seasons. A metal garden shed is located at the end of the rear garden. There are three sets of outdoor plug sockets.
LOCATION:
Rathduff Lodge is convenienty located just a 5-minute drive (via R700) from the vibrant market town of Thomastown.
There are many important amenities in Thomastown including St. Mary's National School, Grennan College Secondary School, Thomastown Creche & Montessori School and Thomastown Primary Care Centre. The soon to be opened state of the art new modern 95 bed St. Columba's Hospital Community Nursing Unit in addition to a 20 bed Dementia unit, additional to the very popular Assisted Living Bungalows.
Thomastown is a highly renowned Heritage Town of great character with a vast range of sporting amenities to include Tennis & Basketball, Salmon & Trout fishing on the beautiful River Nore, which is also home to Ireland's first outdoor Olympic sized pool, The Weir Pool. Riverside walks and highly successful Athletic, Football and GAA Hurling Clubs.
There is a lovely selection of Cafes, popular traditional pubs and a range of restaurants, notably 2024 Best Newcomer in Leinster in The Irish Restaurant Awards (Tabu) and Lekker Food Collection, a French Bakery/patisserie & South African café who recently won the Gold Award Winning "Taste of Ireland". There is a wide range of local grocers and supermarkets including the well-stocked SuperValu and Lidl.
The luxurious Mount Juliet Estate offers many amenities including the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, home to 2023 Irish Open Championship and formally The World Matchplay. The estate offers fine dining at the Michelin Starred Lady Helen Restaurant in the original 260-year-old country manor and The Hound at Hunter's Yard.
There are several tertiary schools such as the Pottery Skills School, Grennan Craft Mill, Grennan College Equestrian School and the School of Food.
Thomastown has many historic old local Mills, world renowned Jerpoint Abbey which attracts approx. 250,000 visitors annually, a restored Concert Hall which attracts many renowned musical artists & plays, & a highly successful annual Creative Arts Festival. Thomastown is renowned for its welcoming friendly atmosphere.
A 15-minute drive will take you into Kilkenny city (R700) which has many tourist attractions including Kilkenny Castle and is one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations. A 45-minute drive will take you to many beautiful beaches in Wexford & Waterford. The travelling time by car to Waterford is 30-minutes (M9 Motorway) and to Dublin is 1-hour and 45-minutes. The train journey from Thomastown Train Station to Heuston Station in Dublin is 1-hour & 50-minutes.
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Rathduff Lodge, Rathduff, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny, R95 N292, Ireland
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Distances are straight line measurements- Waterford(International)25.9 miles
- Dublin(International)71.4 miles
- Shannon(International)75.3 miles
- Cork(International)75.5 miles
- Galway(International)90.3 miles

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