Derelict Bungalow On Circa 1.59 Acres, Brownsbarn, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny, R95 AK5V, Ireland

DESCRIPTION:
Redevelopment Opportunity on circa 1.59 Acres / 0.64 Hectares.

The property might be eligible for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant subject to approval.

FEATURES:
This property offers a unique opportunity for redevelopment, set on a breathtaking and sheltered site (circa 1.59 Acres / 0.64 Hectares) in a picturesque rural setting. While the house has suffered fire damage, it provides a blank canvas for those looking to build or restore a home to their own specifications.

The property is well set back from the road and is accessed through a block build entrance with wrought-iron gates. The fire damaged bungalow was built approx. late 1960's and is of block-built structure.

The boundary line of the property is densely planted with mature trees and Laurel hedging, providing seclusion and privacy from passing traffic on the road. Mature apple trees are planted throughout the grounds.

A meandering stream flows through the grounds and the original spring water well is still intact.

SERVICES:
Electricity, own private well and septic tank

LOCATION:
The property is superbly located in the sought-after townland of Brownsbarn which is in the parish of Thomastown. A 5-minute drive (via R700) will take you into the bustling 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.
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 4-minute drive (via R700) will take place to the pretty village of Inistioge which has many amenities including Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum, St. Columcille's National School, EveryDay Shop and Post Office, Woodman Café and two public houses.

A 25-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.

Viewing is strictly by prior appointment and for transparency purposes, all bidding will be via the "mysherryfitz" online bidding platform.