See inside opulent Co Waterford country house on the market for €1.85 million
Carrigaleigh House, Carriganore, is described as a 'splendid Georgian period styled residence, nestled in its own extensive mature woodland grounds and gardens of 4.65 acres'. The house is a six-bed five-bath detached premises for sale by private treaty. (Eircode X91X3E8).
'This opulent property extends to 671 sqm (7,223 sq ft, having been constructed in the year 2000 and was completed to the highest possible standard,' say the property agents, DNG Reid and Coppinger.
'The property possesses all the luxuries and features one would expect from a property of its stature. Approached by a traditional entrance surrounded by mature woodland, the property becomes visible from the sweeping tarmacadam driveway through the extensive lawned gardens and mature shrubbery.
'The gardens surrounding the property have an abundance of trees and hedging with colourful shrubs and plants everywhere.
'The front door is approached by granite steps the lead to a large wood panelled front door with traditional fan light overhead, setting the tone of the grandeur and attention to the traditional detailing of the property. Upon entering the property, the scale of the home becomes evident when you are greeted by the expansive hallway and 12ft high ceilings, with ornate coving and Waterford Crystal chandeliers framed by decorative ceiling roses.
'Two formal reception rooms are accompanied by two further sun rooms at the north west side and the south east sides of the house, together with a large drawing room and separate dining room, giving a selection of reception rooms for any occasion. Both formal reception rooms feature solid marble fireplaces with Waterford Crystal chandeliers and matching wall lights, with decorative plaster coving and ceiling roses.
'The kitchen is to the rear corner of the property with separate utility and laundry rooms and a boot room to the rear. The kitchen is a traditional hand made solid oak painted kitchen with Stanley stove framed by a head height over mantle. The kitchen features a highly-detailed solid oak panelled ceiling, mirrored below by a wide plank solid oak floor.
'The downstairs area also includes a guest shower room, storeroom and linen room. The upstairs is approached by a grand staircase, handmade locally and in a white painted finish, mahogany handrail and with a monkeys tail detail at the end.
'The stairs is carpeted matching the hallways in a rich red tailor made carpet with border detailing throughout. The upstairs landing leads to four sizable first floor bedrooms all of which have individual entrance hallways, dressing rooms and large en-suite bathrooms including the master bedroom.
'The second floor has a further two large double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, and ample storage space with eaves access from both bedrooms.'
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The property is located down a quiet country lane in a rural location surrounded by mature trees, and yet is close to Waterford City with easy access to all routes.
Viewing is strictly by appointment with sole agents DNG Reid and Coppinger 051 852233.
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