The Grange Drummallaght, Virginia, Cavan
POA
5 Bed Period House 590 m² / 6351 ft² For Sale 
Description
A truly exceptional fine Victorian Period Home, Dating from circa 1890 on 6.17 Acres of magnificent, landscaped grounds and parkland.
The present owners carried out extensive restoration and building works to the property in 1999 /2000 to meticulous exacting standards.
That embrace the best of the original structure with additional striking and deferential accommodation.
The thoughtful appreciation of vintage and modern has created a truly magical family home in idyllic surroundings.
In addition. This important sale also presents a unique opportunity to acquire a stunning Social, Commercial or Corporate Venue.
The extensive accommodation comprises an imposing reception hall. formal drawing room and dining room. family room. recreation room. conservatory. study. large kitchen breakfast living room. 5 bedrooms.4 bathrooms. indoor swimming pool / ballroom. gymnasium. tennis court and pavilion. lake and boating amenity. mews house. carport. coach house.
A logic gated entrance opens to a tree lined winding driveway, that invites you towards and across a picturesque bridge and stream, to the forecourt of the main house. The driveway bisects skirting around the parkland and grounds towards the lake and up to the outer rear yard and courtyard of the property. Decorative standard lamps illuminate the driveway and grounds.
The parkland and gardens are beautifully presented and maintained with mature tree stands and shrubbery, pathways and sun patios. A lakeside gazebo and seating area offers the ultimate in quietude.
Features
Intricate ceiling roses with decorative cornicing complimented by chandeliers and typical floor to ceiling height.
Moulded skirtings and architraves.
High mantle marble Victorian style fireplaces.
And solid wood floors to 3 main reception rooms.
Original staircase.
Iconic portico fan light.
5 Bay windows.
Double glazed sash windows.
Self-contained Master suite.
Indoor swimming pool / ballroom.
Tennis Court.
Lake amenity.
BER Details
BER: C3
Accommodation
The main house measures 590 m2 approximately, laid out over two floors and a return, with five principal reception rooms and five bedrooms. An impressive portico frames the main entrance into an elegant and imposing and welcoming grand reception hall.
Reception Hall 7.37 x 6.94 m with gas fire inset. Alcove with window seat and guest w.c. Drawing room 7.10 x 5.05 m. with bay window open fireplace and French Door to garden. Dining room 4.71 x 4.08 with bay window open fireplace. Kitchen Breakfast Living room 11.81 x 4.8 m. with Bespoke John Daly Kitchen.4 oven Aga and 2 ring hob. Built in Neff appliances and waste disposal unit and Liscannor stone floor. Hamptons Conservatory 4.47 X 3.16 m. with French door to garden. Rear hallway. Boot room 2.56 x 2.27 m. Utility room 3.60 x 2.52 m. Recreation room 6.65 x 5.21 m with stove and stairs to study. Family room 6.86 x 5.21 m. with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and solid fuel stove complimented by rustic timber ceiling beams and solid wood floor. Ballroom / Swimming Pool 17.00 x 9.30 with dressing room w.c. gallery and plant room. Original winding staircase. Landing return with full height fan window. First floor landing and corridor 5.617 x 1.24 m. Master Suite – Inner corridor 3.08 x 1.21 m. with storage. Spacious bright Master Bedroom 7.11 x 6.06 m. with Juliet Balcony. Bathroom 4.13 x 3.00 m. with twin pedestal wash basins, bath, shower and w.c. Bedroom 2. 4.69 x 4.03 m. with dual aspect. Bedroom 3. 4.97 x 2.73 m. overlooking the front grounds. Jack and Jill Bathroom 2.73 x 2.26 m. with shower, wash basin and w.c. Return. Corridor 6.214 x 3.764 m. Linen cupboard. Bedroom 4. 4.46 x 4.00 with rear aspect. Bathroom 3.00 x 2.55 m. with shower, wash basin and w.c. Bedroom 5. 4.24 x 4.18 m. with rear aspect and interconnecting door to study 4.16 x 3.45 m.
Courtyard:
Mews – Hall. Livingroom 6.59 x 4.70 m. with solid fuel stove and rustic ceiling beams. Kitchen 3.37 x 2.76 m. opening to Dining room 4.71 x 3.71 m. Shower room with w.c 2 Upper floor rooms 4.56 x 2.61 m. and 4.1 x 4.00 m. Shower room and w.c. 3 Bay Car Port 10.34 x 6.22 m. Gymnasium 10.33 x 5.58.
Tennis Court.
Pavilion 9.4 x 3.35 m. with shaded south facing veranda.
Outer Yard – Coach house /store 12.8 x 3.8 m.
Directions
The property is discreetly tucked away off the Dublin / Cavan / Donegal Road between Virginia 6 km. and Cavan 23 km. A 50-minute drive to J6 M50 and 60 minutes to Dublin Airport. Hourly Dublin Bus Eireann service passes the gate. Airport Express service stop at Virginia.
A wide choice of primary and post primary schools in the area and environs with a considerable range of shopping facilities and social amenities within easy proximity. Numerous leisure and sport pursuits at the doorstep.
Hunting with the Ballymacad’s. Golf in Virginia, Slieve Russell and Headfort.
Rugby and numerous other field sport options close by in Virginia and Cavan. Forest Walks at Virginia Lake and Killykeen Forest Park. Cuilcagh Mountain walks. In the county of the lakes, you can fish to your hearts content.
Or perhaps just stay at home and enjoy the swimming pool, tennis, gymnasium or a leisurely boat trip and picnic on the lake!
Viewing Details
Strictly by prior appointment only with Gerard Farrelly. McPeake Auctioneers. 01 827 2300.
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