Location

Sunhill boasts an idyllic country setting whilst being conveniently located on the outskirts of Kilkenny City (9.5km).
The medieval city of Kilkenny is renowned for its rich culture of the arts, music, and lifestyle with a broad variety of national attractions, festivals, food and crafts available. Built on the banks of the River Nore, Kilkenny City has a wealth of amenities including a wide range of shops, bars, restaurants, culture and professional services. In the heart of Kilkenny city lies Kilkenny Castle, a 12th century restored castle, open to the public which attracts visitors from all over the world.

County Kilkenny has a proud sporting history and offers a wide variety of quality sporting and recreational activities. The nearby Mount Juliet Estate and Kilkenny Golf Course, offer exceptional award-winning courses. For racing enthusiasts, Gowran Racecourse and Clonmel Racecourse are within 35 minutes of the property. Kilkenny City hosts an impressive range of sporting amenities to include multiple GAA clubs, tennis courts, a swimming pool, an athletic track and cycling trails.

A variety of primary and secondary schools are available in Kilkenny City including Loreto secondary school, CBS and Kilkenny College.

The property sits in a prime location with excellent transport links including the M9 motorway (which connects Waterford to Dublin) just 6.4km distant. Dublin City Centre is 133km distant, while Dublin Airport is 142km away. There are regular train services from Kilkenny to Dublin and Waterford.

Description

This instantly appealing residence has influences of a French style country house with exceptional volume (3.6m ceiling height) and wonderful floor to ceiling windows throughout the ground floor. Tastefully designed throughout with a focus on volume and natural light, this home feels wonderfully spacious.

Accommodation briefly comprises an impressive entrance hall with herringbone floors, open plan kitchen/breakfast room/sitting room with large patio doors leading to the gardens. The custom built kitchen has a marble worktop and high quality integrated appliances. Also on the ground floor is a generously proportioned utility/boot room with plenty of storage, a Guest WC and a den/home office.

On the first floor there are five large double bedrooms, two ensuite bathrooms and a family bathroom. All of the rooms benefit from large windows and lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

Set on around 4.4 acres, the property benefits from a tennis court and large barn, which could easily accommodate stabling. The gardens are laid in lawn and there is a paved patio area directly off the kitchen/reception space ideal for outdoor entertaining.