Breffni, Waterford Road, Kilkenny, R95 X63R, Ireland

Sherry FitzGerald McCreery are truly honoured to bring this premium Architect-designed family home to the open market.

Breffni, Waterford Road, Kilkenny will tick all the boxes in terms of its high-quality finish both internally and externally, along with it sought-after and convenient location on the edge of Kilkenny City.

The original bungalow was built in the 1960's and was completely remodelled and refurbished by the current owners in 2013 based on a design by Chisholm Architect, Kilkenny.

Breffni is filled with natural light, perfectly proportioned, and beautifully designed with fine details and creative touches creating an enduring high-quality interior.

This home has been well maintained and is presented in walk-in condition. The internal layout which extends to 240 Sq. M. / 2,583 Sq. Ft. approx. and has been designed to take full advantage of its mature setting with all the reception rooms and the kitchen/dining room enjoying breathtaking views of the rear garden. Breffni is Triple Glazed throughout.

The layout at ground floor level comprises: entrance hall, living room/ kitchen/dining room, utility room, guest WC, bedroom five and bedroom six/home office (with en-suite) and a family bathroom. The layout at first floor level is equally as impressive and comprises: landing area, four generous sized double bedroom and a second family bathroom.

GARDEN & GROUNDS:
Breffni is well set back from the road and stands proudly on its own private site and shielded by mature landscaped gardens. The front garden is fully walled with an extended gravelled driveway providing invaluable off-street parking for up to four cars. Limestone kerbstones separate the gravelled parking area from the planted areas which contain a neat hedge planted behind the wall that runs along the boundary line with the footpath. The boundary line with both neighbouring properties is well shielded and planted with hedging and herbaceous plants. Gated side access leads through to the rear of the property. A door gives access to the boiler house which adjoins the front of the property.

The large and private professionally landscaped south-east facing rear garden (measuring 63ft L x 66ft W approx.) is not overlooked and is fully enclosed by concrete post and timber panel fencing. A neat lawn is bordered by well stocked beds which are planted with a variety of herbaceous and flowering plants and trees including Mountain-Ash, Beech and Hazelnut alongside mature Apple and Plum Trees. A large Limestone patio area is perfect for al-fresco dining and entertaining. The garden contains a wooden climbing frame with a slide. A block built shed (measuring 20 Sq. M. / 215 Sq. Ft. approx.) is practical for further storage needs. There are two outside taps.

LOCATION:
The location of Waterford Road is unrivalled, just a stroll to Kilkenny City Centre with its superb eateries, boutique shops, excellent transport links and three shopping centres (including Loughboy which is a 5-minute walk from the property). There are a vast range of important amenities practically on your doorstep including three Supermarkets within 1km of the property. Some of Kilkenny's best primary schools are within easy reach including Kilkenny Project School (Educate Together), St. Patricks De La Salle and Gaelscoil Osrai. There are a number of secondary schools in close proximity including Presentation Secondary School and St. Kieran's College and Kilkenny City Vocational School. Kilkenny College, CBS Secondary School and Loreto Secondary School are all within easy access of the property. A five-minute drive takes you to the M9 motorway which services Dublin to Waterford. A 15-minute walk will take you to Kilkenny Train Station at MacDonagh Junction which has regular daily trains to and from Dublin to Waterford. Kilkenny Retail Park is 5-minute walk from the property. There are excellent hospitals in Kilkenny including St. Luke's General Hospital, UPMC Aut Even private Hospital, Lourdes Orthopaedic Hospital Kilcreene and St. Canice's Hospital. Kilkenny has an excellent choice of hotels, leisure centres and medical centres which are all in easy reach of Breffni.
Viewing is highly recommended.