Stonecarthy Lodge, Stonecarthy West, Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny, R95 F5N7, Ireland

**OPEN VIEWING ON SATURDAY 27TH JULY FROM 1.30PM TO 2.30PM**

Stonecarthy Lodge is a beautiful Architect designed country home, sitting peacefully on circa 0.5 Acre / 0.2 Hectares of secluded landscaped gardens.

This unique property is superbly located in the picturesque and peaceful setting in the townland of Stonecarthy West close to the picturesque village of Stoneyford in Country Kilkenny.

Stonecarthy Lodge was purchased by the current owners in 2006 and at the time extended to circa 1,700 Sq. Ft. / 158 Sq. M. The owners then engaged local Architect Mark Bannon from P.B.A. Architects to design plans to extend the property which now spans to 300 Sq. M. / 3,229 Sq. Ft. approx..

The property is heated by means of high efficiency air cource heat pumps. These are back up by a condensing oil-fired boiler and all complimented with a large array of solar photovoltaic electric panels and battery storage.

Every part of the house is filled with natural light and each window captures a different beautiful view. Stonecarthy Lodge is perfectly proportioned and beautifully designed with fine details and creative touches coming together in a timeless, high-quality interior.

Stonecarthy Lodge was completed to an extremely high specification and standard with incredible attention to detail. The architecture is timeless, complementing the peaceful setting and it possesses a flexible internal arrangement suitable both for family living and entertaining, with clean lines, airiness and all the creature comforts of a classic home.

This home has been well maintained and is presented in walk-in condition. The accommodation at ground floor level comprises: porch/entrance hall, sitting room, study, connecting corridor, rear hall, living room, guest WC, home office/bedroom five, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room and side porch.

The layout at first floor comprises: landing area, connecting corridor, four well proportioned double bedrooms, (master with walk-in wardrobe) and a luxurious family bathroom.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS:
The mature, secluded and landscaped grounds extend to circa 0.5 Acre / 0.2 Hectares and are an oasis of peace and tranquillity. They are particularly mature, sheltered and private, with an abundance of mature hedging, herbaceous borders, trees, shrubs and native species hedgerows.

The property is well set back from the road and accessed through black wrought-iron electronic entrance gates. An original stone wall runs along the boundary line with the road. A cobblelock with classic lamp posts leads up to the front and side of the property. There is plenty of secure off-street parking. A detached garage with cut-stone is accessed through double vehicular doors and a pedestrian door. Ther garage is well finished inside with power and plug sockets and houses part of the heating system. An adjoining cut-stone outbuilding is practical for further storage needs and is plumbed for a washing machine.

The manicured lawns are well stocked with mature trees, hedging and herbaceous planting. Three cobblelock patio areas are perfect for al-fresco dining and entertaining.

LOCATION:
Stonecarthy Lodge is superbly located just a five-minute drive to the pretty village of Stoneyford. There are many amenities in Stoneyford village, including Scoil Chiaráin Naofa primary school, Malzard's Bar, Knockdrinna Café and Walshe's convenience store. Stoneyford is an attractive and engaged community with its own soccer club, running club and many activities operating out of the popular community centre, with its adjacent grass pitch, walking track and children's play area. The property is in close proximity of Thomastown, Kells and Bennettsbridge.

The magnificent Mount Juliet Estate and Golf Club is less than a ten-minute drive away. A five-minute drive will take you to Junction 9 of the M9 motorway allowing easy access to Waterford city (35 minutes), Carlow (25 minutes) and Dublin (1 hour 30 minutes).
Viewing is highly recommended.