Detached house for Sale in Portlaoise, Laois

Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty Overall Floor Area: 155 m² Hume Auctioneers - We Get The Pick Of The Crop TAKE AN EXCLUSIVE HUME VIRTUAL TOUR NOW. CLICK BELOW Nestled on a beautifully presented site, this magnificent family residence enjoys a superb location in a tranquil setting close to the picture postcard heritage town of Abbeyleix. Oozing immense kerb appeal, the property enjoys most interesting gardens with many enjoyable features alongside excellent storage and recreational spaces. With almost 1700 Square feet of quality accommodation, this immaculately presented 4-bedroom home offers exceptional space and is an ideal abode for a growing family. Step into the welcoming entrance porch and the attention to detail and immense charm are instantly palpable. An attractive hallway leads through the property with a beautifully proportioned formal sitting room to the front. This double aspect room enjoys a feature marble fireplace with freestanding stove, coved ceilings and picture windows overlooking the spectacular gardens. A second relaxing reception room sits to the centre of the house. This room once again enjoys a feature fireplace with freestanding stove, wooden floors, and a large picture window with beautiful views over the gardens. The Kitchen/ Dining room is wonderfully spacious and perfect for family meal times or quality entertaining alike. Enjoying a superb triple aspect, this room is flooded with natural light and enjoys patio door access to a beautiful suntrap patio. The extensive cabinets and workspace are further complimented by a fully appointed utility room. There are four spacious double rooms. Each room enjoys quality and extensive wardrobe space with two rooms boasting fully appointed ensuites. A large family bathroom with attractive panelling and walk in shower, completes the accommodation. A drop-down ladder offers easy access to extensive storage in the attic. Everything has been superbly maintained and is meticulously presented, offering a magnificent home in move in condition. Outside the gardens are a horticulturist's haven. A stunning array of patios, terraces, pebble paths, vegetable plots and beautiful beds all combine to create perhaps the finest garden to be found anywhere on the market today. Theres even an integrated kiddies slide and separate play den ensuring all the family get to enjoy this wonderful space. And if your fingers aren't particularly green all this can simply be returned to a large lawn area. The outdoor buildings are equally impressive. Theres a large home office, superb workshop, store, garden shed and potting shed. A second entrance further enhances the already impressive parking space. The property enjoys high speed fibre broadband. Portlaoise train station is just 20 minutes away and the M7 (12 minutes), M8 (8 minutes) motorways close by. Commuters can reach the M50 in 55 minutes, Limerick in 1 hour and Cork in 1 hour 25 minutes, all toll free. With its external home office, this property is ideal for the modern hybrid working lifestyle, offering a peaceful haven with immediate access to large towns and Dublin. All of Ireland's airports are easily accessible giving the homeowner excellent choice when travelling. The property sits on the edge of Shanahoe and is a 5-minute drive from Abbeyleix heritage town. There is an excellent primary school and impressive GAA club within walking distance of the residence whilst further amenities can be enjoyed in Abbeyleix. There is a bus service to the exceptional secondary school in Heywood, with further primary schools in Abbeyleix including the highly regarded South school, just minutes from your door. Abbeyleix has always been special. A cut above anything else in the region, it has long been sought out as a respectable area to raise a family. These special characteristics have now been world endorsed with John Collison of the Stripe brothers fame acquiring Lord De Vesci's spectacular mansion and estate, just a few minutes from this property. John Collison has pledged to invest in and protect the natural environment that is Abbeyleix, helping to make sure your investment is safe too. And not that it needed any further endorsement, it has just been awarded the coveted title of Ireland's Tidiest Town. Portlaoise is just 20 minutes away, Kilkenny about half an hour and amenities such as Heywood gardens in Ballinakill, the majestic River Nore and the bog-walk Abbeyleix Bog all on your doorstep. The heritage main street with its famous pubs, hotel, artisan bakery, Abbeyleix Golf Club, GAA, Tennis and Soccer clubs and a multitude of modern conveniences offer superb local comforts. Viewing of this exceptional home is highly recommended. BER Details: C3 BER No: 117123893 Property Features: Hume auctioneers - We Get the pick of the crop TAKE AN EXCLUSIVE HUME VIRTUAL TOUR NOW. CLICK BELOW Picturebook Interiors Exclusive Neighbourhood 5 Minutes from Abbeyleix Heritage Town Centre Delightful Gardens with Home Office, Workshop, Potting Shed, Store and Garden Shed Beautifully presented Utility Room, 2 Receptions Rooms, 2 Ensuites Highspeed Broadband Available. Viewing Of This Exceptional Home is Highly Recommended