luxury house with sea view for sale Rosslare Harbour, Ireland

A most attractive 19 th Century country house superbly set within pleasant gardens overlooking the Nore river valley and enjoying fishing and frontage onto the King’s River. Enjoying a highly desirable location between the charming villages of Stoneyford and Bennettsbridge and less than a 15-minute drive to medieval Kilkenny City. Extending to 24.5-acres (9.9-hectares) the mature grounds are quite delightful and include glorious river and woodland walks, walled grazing paddocks, a stone courtyard and formal gardens. Built in the Classical style and enjoying a rich provenance, Annamult House dates to circa 1825 and incorporates the fabric of an older house, thought to date to circa 1690. A comprehensive restoration in 2011 sympathetically preserved the strong architectural merit and classical architectural detailing alongside ensuring a pleasant and comfortable home for 21 st Century living. The accommodation is well proportioned and extends to 7,917 square feet (735.5 square metres) and includes a large reception hall, 4 reception rooms and 7 principal bedrooms. A magical gravelled drive rolls past mature woodland onto an arched sweep capturing views to both the King’s River and River Nore on arrival to the front door set attractively within a stone veranda porch. The interior features generously proportioned rooms with high ceilings and fine tall windows giving good natural light. The drawing room and an ante room combing through folding timber doors to extend the entire depth of the south-side of the house and marvellously linking to the gardens from twin sets of glazed French doors. Indeed, all the main reception rooms interconnect well to allow fine entertaining. Intact features from the Classical design include marble chimneypieces, ceiling cornices and central roses, window shuttering and panelled doors. Restoration improvements include comprehensive upgrades or entire replacement of plumbing, wiring, roofing and windows, a new kitchen, new bathrooms and fibre broadband. A principal bedroom suite has a shower room and dressing room. There are 4 further bedrooms suites and 2 further bedrooms, which share a large bathroom or could all combine to present a substantial bedroom suite. Annamult House is situated amidst beautifully mature grounds where the informal gardens immediately adjacent to the house include a variety of mature shrubs and trees and link seamlessly to the grassy banks of the King’s River and to the surrounding woodland. An attractive courtyard with stone outbuildings and old stables adjoins the house. A combination of garden paths, river walks and woodland trails allow the glorious grounds and a variety of wildlife to be easily enjoyed. Grazing paddocks allow horses or ponies to be kept. Private fishing rights along the owned banks of the King’s River. Situated within the Nore river valley the Annamult area is a favoured destination to enjoy peaceful and picturesque living within easy reach of fashionable Kilkenny City, quaint bustling village life and the nearby renowned Mount Juliet Resort (hotel, golfing, spa, restaurant, equestrian facilities). A bridge once linked Annamult to the Mount Juliet Estate across the river. The nearby village of Bennetsbridge is synonymous with pottery and crafts while covering daily shopping needs. Both Stoneyford (2.5 miles or 4 km) and Bennettsbridge (3.1 miles or 5 km) have primary schools. Kilkenny city offers a variety of boutique shops, schools (primary and secondary), hospitals (public and private), pubs, theatres, cafes and quality restaurants include the Campagne and Lady Helen with Michelin stars. The nearby Nore Valley Walk extends along the river Nore (6 miles or 10 km). Annamult House is extremely accessible with the M9 Dublin-Waterford motorway access a 10-minute drive, allowing access to Dublin city and airport within 90-minutes. There are frequent rail services on the Dublin-Waterford line from Kilkenny station. Link buses connect the villages to Kilkenny city

Set amidst the unspoilt beauty of County Wicklow, near the picturesque village of Laragh, River Run is an enchanting and deeply private country retreat with a distinguished provenance. Formerly owned by acclaimed actress Mia Farrow, the property was offered for sale in 2001, at which time it was acquired by the current owners, who have since carefully preserved and greatly enhanced its unique charm and character. Discreetly positioned just one mile from the village, the property extends to approximately 19 acres of idyllic countryside. Almost entirely concealed from the road, the long, low cottage nestles gently into a rolling landscape framed by ancient stone walls and a patchwork of verdant fields. The tranquil Glenmacnass River borders the grounds and is a truly magical feature forming the backdrop to many cherished family moments, picnics along its banks, leisurely swims in the warmer months, and quiet afternoons spent fishing or simply unwinding amidst the gentle sounds of flowing water. A lively stream runs along the eastern side of the house, feeding the polytunnel of prolific plants, and creating a soothing natural soundtrack to this exceptional setting. This homestead comprises an impressive collection of buildings, including the principal residence, a guest cottage, and a barn thoughtfully adapted for guest accommodation. Together, it forms a versatile and private estate for multi-generational living, hosting, or the potential for supplementary rental income. River Run has been restored to an exacting standard, blending timeless character with modern comfort. While the aesthetic pays homage to a 19th-century vernacular cottage with rough plastered, whitewashed walls and carefully curated rustic finishes, the home offers all the conveniences expected of a refined country residence, including beautifully appointed kitchens and bathrooms. The deceptively spacious T-shaped accommodation is both versatile and charming and extends to approximately 2,900 sq ft over two storeys. Interiors are warm and inviting, with terracotta tiled and timber floors, sumptuous furnishings, wrought-iron detailing, and an effortless sense of authenticity throughout. A spectacular vaulted ceiling living room, seamlessly integrated with the existing cottage, expands the living space and enhances the already generous proportions of the home. The front door opens directly into a generous, farmhouse-style kitchen, complete with a traditional Raeburn cooker in fire-engine red, dresser-style cabinetry, and open shelving. This spacious kitchen/dining area flows into a large entrance hall/sitting room, where an open fireplace with solid fuel stove forms a natural focal point, ideal for relaxed gatherings. The ground floor offers a series of interconnected reception rooms and bedrooms, including a cosy sitting room and multiple guest bedrooms, all complemented by characterful bathrooms featuring classic freestanding baths and traditional fittings. Upstairs, accessed by staircases at either end of the house, lies a delightful and whimsical upper level. Here, additional bedrooms and a sitting room are tucked beneath sloping ceilings, with deep-set windows enhancing the cottage’s storybook appeal. A playful, kiddie sized tunnel between two rooms adds a unique and memorable feature, particularly suited to younger occupants. The current owners have further enhanced the outdoor experience with the addition of a beautifully designed covered BBQ and dining area. With adaptable sides that can be fully opened, it allows for an effortless al fresco atmosphere while still offering shelter from the elements, ensuring year-round enjoyment. To support and advance ongoing projects such as the gym, music hub, and goat sheds, a workshop is centrally located among them offering DIY encouragement to future occupants. Adding to the charm of this rural retreat, goats and donkeys roam the lands, reinforcing the idyllic countryside lifestyle that River Run Provides.