Inside late RTE star's ‘remarkable' home on 22acre site with 5 bedrooms & ‘timeless' finish on market for €1.3MILLION
A STUNNING home has hit the market in Kildare for €1.3MILLION - and it comes with huge perks.
Stream House is set on approximately 22 acres in Punchestown Upper in Rathmore, Naas.
Advertisement
6
Stream House in Naas is selling for €1,350,000
Credit: myhome
6
The property is flooded with natural light
Credit: myhome
6
The home has a library and study
Credit: myhome
The Kildare home was owned by none other than RTE star Marian Finucane and is selling for €1,350,000.
It features five bedrooms, along with six bathrooms - and it spans 267 square metres.
The home is perfect for
The site offers the perfect balance of peaceful countryside along with urban accessibility.
Advertisement
READ MORE IN PROPERTY
Built in 2014, it is described as a "rare and remarkable"
The
According to the
Upon entering the home, guests are met with a beautiful entrance hallway with vaulted ceilings and architectural light panels.
Advertisement
Most read in Money
The home has a library or study, which is perfect for taking time out of your day to read - or even to be used as a home office.
The large living room allows ample space for relaxation and entertaining, and is beautifully designed.
'HEART OF THE HOME'
Guests will be wowed by the kitchen, which the listing describes as the "heart of the home".
The kitchen is fully fitted with all required fixtures, and has a large amount of storage.
Advertisement
In the centre of the room is a large breakfast island, while large windows allow a good amount of light into the room.
It has an open-plan design, joining with the dining room - making it perfect for hosting dinner parties.
There are five large bedrooms, offering stunning views of the gardens and countryside.
All five feature en suite bathrooms, allowing for comfort for every guest.
Advertisement
The
ZEN-INSPIRED JAPANESE GARDEN
You can walk down the winding garden paths which are surrounded by streams - perfect for keeping your steps up.
The grounds span 22 acres, with a Zen-inspired Japanese garden that is designed with meandering streams, expansive reflective ponds and pathways designed with intricate stonework.
The gardens provide year-round beauty, while there is a stable yard offering great equestrian potential.
Advertisement
The property is set well back from the road, ensuring a large amount of privacy for the owner.
The site is approached via electric gates which open to a tree-lined sweeping driveway.
A second set of gates leads into a secluded courtyard which winds around the home.
Being located near the stunning village of Kilteel, there is great connectivity with swift access to routes like the M50, N7, and N81.
Advertisement
CONNECTED LOCATION
This offers a direct and efficient commute to South
Dublin City Centre is just half an hour away, and there is a range of
Frequent bus services depart from Naas and Blessington, and there is the commuter railway station in Sallins which goes to Dublin Heuston.
The Luas Red Line from Citywest offers a direct tram service to the city centre, while
Advertisement
Closer to the property, the surrounding area has a wide array of local amenities and attractions.
Punchestown Racecourse is 10km away, and is one of Ireland's premier venues for
RTE LEGEND OWNER
You can head towards the Wicklow Mountains and Blessington Lakes with ease, while a wide range of local sports clubs serve the area.
The home has a BER Rating of B1.
Advertisement
It was owned by RTÉ radio legend Marian Finucane, who passed away at home in 2020.
The 69-year-old, a qualified architect, first started working for RTÉ in the 1970s and became a presenter on programmes concerned with social issues, such as on Women Today.
She went on to become a household name hosting Liveline on RTÉ Radio 1.
6
The kitchen is fully fitted
Credit: myhome
Advertisement
6
There is a Zen-inspired Japanese garden with meandering streams, expansive reflective ponds and pathways designed with intricate stonework
Credit: myhome
6
It was owned by RTE radio legend Marian Finucane, who passed away in 2020
Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Irish Sun
10 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
‘I got the kick in the behind that I really needed' says RTE star Daithi as he loses over stone in weight loss journey
RTE star Daithi O Se has said he got the "kick in the behind" that he needed to lose wight. The Today host kick started the year with a new health routine and it definitely has paid off. 2 Daithi O Se has lost over one stone this year Credit: Domnick Walsh 2 Daithi and Maura are currently on summer break from Today Credit: RTE The Kerry native told RSVP: "I've been going to the gym since Christmas and I'm down over a stone. I sit in a car for four hours a day before sitting in a TV studio and going to bed, so I had to start moving. "I was getting to a stage where I had to start doing something and then I got into a really good routine. I only do about half an hour in the gym and then I sit in the sauna for 30 minutes afterwards. "I take a cold shower after that. I have gotten the kick in the behind that I really needed. read more on daithi o se "I don't kill myself. I do 10 minutes on the bike and then I do 15 of whatever is in front of me weights wise along with my stretches before the sauna. I'm in and out, washed, dried and cleaned, in an hour." Daithi has explained that getting older contributed to him wanting to be healthier. He said: "Well, I'm 49 this month and I'll be 50 next year, so that's on my mind. I know I need to mind myself. "I try it a few times a year, but this is the first time I've continued with it and I'm really enjoying it. I'm in a really good place." read more on the irish sun Daithi and his co-hosts and The presenters are currently on summer break after Daithi O Se reveals his love for the show as Rose of Tralee returns Maura got all dolled up for the occasion wearing a cream floral print shift dress with collar and button details and a belt cinched in at her waist. While Daithi looked dapper wearing a denim shirt, navy blazer and a pair of black trousers. At the beginning of the show, Daithi remarked: "Our final show of season 13, can you believe it?" OFF AIR The Galway native replied: "I can't believe it actually it has just flown in. I know we say this every year but this year has especially gone so fast." Daithi said: "I think this year and last year have gone so fast Maura. it might be also kind of..." Maura cut across him and said laughing: "It might be us ageing!" Daithi replied: "Well... getting up the ranks - I was going to say, but yeah. We've had so much fun." Maura added: "We have actually, it's been brilliant." At the end of the programme this evening, the pair took a few moments to thank their listeners. Daithi said: "Sin é."
The Irish Sun
17 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
‘Nowhere near enough' – Top horse owner rejects £2.2MILLION offer for superstar syndicate filly Shes Perfect
A TOP horse owner said he was 'delighted' to miss out on £2.2million - claiming the offer for his superstar filly was 'nowhere near enough'. Members of the Basher Watts Racing 2 syndicate voted overwhelmingly in favour of rejecting the life-changing sum for Shes Perfect. Advertisement 1 Basher Watts, third from left, was briefly a Classic-winning owner with his syndicate and filly Shes Perfect - until they were demoted to second Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The Charlie Fellowes-trained three-year-old was first past the post in the French 1,000 Guineas under Kieran Shoemark last month. But, Shes Perfect returns to action at Chantilly on Sunday in the Group 1 Prix de Diane Longines, where victory is worth 'just' £472,231. The horse was bought for around £42,000 in May last year - meaning, if they had sold to Japanese buyers, the syndicate would have made a 5,138 per cent profit on their investment. Advertisement It equated, Basher said, to around £20,000 each. But, while much more than they stand to make at the races with her, Basher said the sum was 'nowhere near enough', and added: "Some things are worth more than money." Explaining the deal, the syndicate boss said: "So, what actually happened? "We had a Japanese client approach Charlie and offer £2.2m. Advertisement Most read in Horse Racing "How it works is people own a share of the horse and are entitled to a percentage of the sale which, in this case, after fees, if you own one per cent you would have got about £20,000. "So I put it to the group and 37 out of 38 voted no. "I'm delighted everyone voted no. "For me, I had a dream of getting lucky and owning a Classic, Group 1 runner - a horse who will take you to all the big racecourses… which is what she did. Advertisement "She might not earn £2.2m in prize money but, we had her valued and, if she never raced again, she'd be worth up to £1m. "So, you're trading the rest of her career for £1m. "That to all of us, and me, is just not worth it. "Those 15 minutes we experienced at Longchamp where we were Classic-winning owners, I would not trade that for any amount of money. Advertisement "Horse racing is my passion, my love, and this is my dream to be in the poisition we are in. "Some things mean so much more than money and this is one of those moments. We are absolutely living our dream. "If she gets beat on Sunday who cares? As long as she is fit and well we're going to have many fantastic days out with her. "The time to sell will be down to the syndicate only - and at the moment she's not for sale. Advertisement "Imagine her winning in someone else's silks - I dont know how I'd process that. She's our baby, our dream. "And it's not worth trading in the dream for that amount of money." FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Read more on the Irish Sun Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here. Advertisement
Agriland
18 hours ago
- Agriland
Q&A: What to expect from trade mission to Republic of Korea and Japan?
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon is leading a major agri-food government trade mission to the Republic of Korea and Japan, for which Bord Bia – the Irish Food Board – will play a significant role. Joe Moore, manager of the Bord Bia Tokyo office outlined how the board will assist the minister in building trade ties with the South Korean and Japanese markets. What is your role within Bord Bia? I am the manager of the Tokyo office, responsible for the Japanese and South Korean markets. What are the main Irish food and drink exports to your region? Ireland exports meat (beef, pork, and lamb), dairy, seafood, drinks, and also a small amount of consumer foods to both countries. Japan is one of the world's biggest cheese importers, so this is the biggest single export item from Ireland. In South Korea, we are delighted to see beef export growing after receiving access last year. How is the market performing currently? What's impacting it? Export value to both markets in 2024 was €199 million. This was a 7% decline year-on -ear, mainly due to a decrease in dairy exports to Japan. There have been challenges with inflation and a weakened yen, but the long-term trend is growth – exports have nearly doubled over the past decade, which is remarkable. Other sectors are performing well, and in particular Japan remains a key market for our beef suppliers. Wages are increasing, and tourism is booming. These factors should push things forwards. Trade mission to Republic of Korea and Japan The minister and Bord Bia are in Korea and Japan this week. What's the plan for the trip? Bord Bia has organised a series of meetings between Korean and Japanese buyers and Irish exporters. Having a minister at these meetings adds real weight, especially in Japan and South Korea where seniority and official presence are highly valued. We have timed this trade mission to coincide with the start of the Seoul Food trade show in Korea, and again having Minister Heydon present will attract new customers. Minister Heydon will also meet government counterparts to discuss expanding market access. Irish drinks companies are keen to grow in Japan, and Bord Bia is hosting a networking event with local distributors to support this. We're also launching Asia's first Chefs' Irish Beef Club chapter—an invite-only group of top chefs who champion Irish beef. As a marketing tool it has proven successful in Europe and the UAE, and we've chosen three high-profile Japanese chefs to join the club. Joe Moore (second from left) with Korean beef buyers on John Purcell's farm last summer. Source: Bord Bia What role does sustainability and Quality Assurance play in marketing Irish meat and dairy in your region? The Republic of Korea and Japan are markets that operate on high quality. The customer has extremely high standards and being able to present our grassfed production system, backed up by Quality Assurance, is an excellent platform. For a long time the key message within sustainability that has resonated in these markets has been sustainability of supply. As import dependent markets, and being risk averse, they prefer suppliers that can build long-term relationships and provide year-on-year. More recently we are having conversations about environmental sustainability with the bigger blue chip customers. Again having Origin Green as a platform to speak to Ireland's sustainability credentials is a key differentiator for us. How do consumer preferences and trends in your region influence the demand for Irish meat and dairy? The food culture and local consumption habits can complement our other markets nicely. For example, in Korea they love braised/stewed dishes and use a lot of short rib. And of course in Japan they love grilled beef tongue, which makes it a very valuable market for tongue. Then for dairy, Japanese people tend to enjoy the lighter flavour of processed cheese rather than anything too mature. But the manufacturers need a high quality, functional cheese to produce this processed cheese, so this provides a great opportunity for the Irish processors who meet this need. How do you collaborate with local distributors, retailers, and foodservice providers to increase Irish market presence? Our efforts are focused on business development at a trade level. A key activity are buyer visits to Ireland –bringing customers to Ireland to let them see first-hand our family farms, our factories, and our produce. I brought a group of Korean beef buyers back home in July last year. One of them is now an established customer, and we'll be meeting them during the trade mission with Minister Heydon.
