Lisnavagh, Co Carlow, Ireland

Excellent block of silage ground

Lot 2 – North Land at Lisnavagh (About 26.6 Acres)
The northern block is divided into four fields of pasture which are capable of producing strong grass swards and suitable for silage. Enclosed by mature hedgerows, with fencing for cattle and benefiting from natural woodland boundaries, the single block of gently undulating land enjoys good shelter, creating a favourable environment for livestock and enhancing its overall farming appeal. The eastern boundary is formed by an estate wall.

The lands are generally level in nature, gently rising from approximately 101 metres / 331 feet above sea level at the southern boundary to 118 metres / 387 feet at the northern boundary, and benefit from convenient access via the main avenue.

Lot 2 comprises about 3.8 acres of woodland, which has recently been felled as part of a government-approved forestry scheme. The purchaser will be required to comply with the associated replanting obligations. Please contact the selling agents for further information.

The land can be summarised as follows:

Pasture: 20.97 acres
Woodland: 5.66 acres
Total 26.63 acres

Location

Gamekeeper's Cottage and Land at Lisnavagh occupies a tranquil and rural setting in the heart of County Carlow, conveniently located between the large neighbouring towns of Tullow and Baltinglass. The area is characterised by its rolling hills and productive farmland.

Tullow, meaning 'The Hill' is a charming example of a traditional Irish town positioned on the River Slaney, providing a range of local amenities including a number of cafes, restaurants and pubs. The cottage is situated near the Wicklow and Carlow county border. County Wicklow is known as the Garden of Ireland and offers unspoilt countryside with mountains, upland lakes, steep sided glacial valleys, forests and farmland, together with a wonderful coastline and sandy beaches.

Rathvilly (5 km) is an attractive village which provides facilities such as a supermarket, pub, pharmacy and café. Mount Wolseley, just 10 kilometres south of the property, is a magnificent hotel and golf resort set in the rolling countryside of Tullow. Complete with an award-winning Spa, Mount Wolseley offers extensive dining and leisure facilities.

The property is very well situated for quality sporting and recreational activities including rugby, GAA, soccer, swimming and tennis to name a few. For racing enthusiasts, The Curragh, Punchestown and Naas Racecourses are all within driving distance. The River Slaney is regarded as one of the country's finest coarse angling river fisheries with a mixed stock fishery.

Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for with the championship course at Rathsallagh Golf Club (26 km), as well as Mount Wolseley Golf Resort (10 km) and Baltinglass Golf Club (14 km).
Gamekeeper's Cottage is surrounded by an excellent transportation system with bus and rail services available in Carlow (19 km). The M9 (connecting Dublin to Waterford) is just 22 kilometres distant and easily accessible. Dublin Airport is 106 kilometres to the north of the property.

The land is situated in a region renowned for its fertile farmland and high-quality, free-draining soils, ideal for both livestock and tillage. The area benefits from a strong agricultural tradition and is well supported by a range of local services, including agricultural merchants, machinery suppliers, milk processors and livestock marts, including the nearby Tullow Mart.