Kippinstown, Ballykeeran, Ballykeeran, Co. Westmeath

This home, dating from the early 1990s, is one of Athlone’s grand Ballykeeran residences situated overlooking the inner lakes of Lough Ree with its own private boat jetty! A truly paradisal setting, this special property sits on approximately 1.3 acres of gardens with fine specimen trees, all of which enjoy complete privacy.

Upon entering through the gates the attractive hand crafted Lecarrow stone façade of the house immediately comes into view. While the privacy on offer is something to behold, the unobstructed private walkway stretching down to the shoreline of the lake is unique.

The house measures 255 m.2 and is laid out over three levels to include a basement and a mezzanine, which is all complemented by an impressive array of period features to include a red brick in brook fireplace with solid Liscannor stone heart and solid French Oak floors, a solid mahogany fireplace in the library, also dating from over 100 years old, to name but a few.

A solid oak hard carved fireplace over 100 years old and also timber wall panelling sets the scene in the elegant entrance hall, providing a wonderful welcome to the delights this house has to offer.

The ground floor basement is arrived at down a wrought iron feature staircase and hosts an endless possibility of opportunities as to its use, to include a wine cellar/pantry store, etc.

The first floor accommodation comprises of

Entrance Hallway: 3.57m x 5.37m Drawing Room: 4.40m x 6.60m Kitchen /Dining: 4.10m x 10.36m Library/Study: 4.35m x 3.86m Master Bedroom: 3.36m x 5.08m Ensuite: 1.58m x 2.96m Bedroom No. 2: 3.20m x 5.08m Bedroom No. 3: 3.20m x 4.90m Bedroom No. 4: 3.60m x 3.30m Bathroom: 3.20m x 3.56m

Above the first floor lies a Mezzanine Area: 4.10m x 7.56

This incredible property quite simply must be viewed to be appreciated!

More about the location .. Ballykeeran (Irish: Bealach Caorthainn, meaning ‘Road of the Rowan Trees’) is a small village in County Westmeath, near Glasson. It is located on the N55 road in the townland of Annagh overlooking Lough Ree.

The Breensford River, which flows through the village, is home to a historic mill steeped in history as it was formerly used as an RIC Barracks.

The villages of Ballykeeran and Glasson are Athlone’s most desirable locations, which is no surprise given their position on the lake shore, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. All neighbouring properties are located on hilly terrain and especially those overlooking the lake. There are many independent shops, award winning restaurants and Bars in Glasson, to include the Wineport Lodge, with an abundance of outdoor activities and places to see. There is a thriving food and drinks scene in neighbouring Glasson village.

Viewing Details: Please contact Mark Nestor of Mark Nestor Property Services to organise a private viewing of this beautiful, unique property.

Disclaimer: Mark Nestor Property Services endeavour to maintain accurate depictions of properties in Virtual Tours, Floor Plans and descriptions, however, these are intended only as a guide and purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection.

Property Features

• Hand crafted Stone Facade on House (local Lecarrow stone)
• Private Jetty on shores of Lough Ree
• Main Living Room has a red brick in brook fireplace with solid Liscannor stone hearth
• Solid French Oak Flooring (20mm) & Solid Oak Hand Carved Fireplace in Hallway (100 years old) with Timber Panelling
• Wrought Iron Spiral Staircase & Italian Terracotta Floor Tiles in Kitchen
• Hand Built solid Teak Shelving in Library & Solid Mahogany Hand Carved Fireplace (100 years old)
• Solid teak Double Glazed Windows with plastic coated inner length Window Panels to increase u-value
• Timber mounted solid brass light switches throughout the house
• Double foil backed polyurethane insulation slabs in walls, roof and floors which were double the insulation minimum requirements in year of constructi
• E-Fibre Broadband