castle fogarty ballycahill, , co. , e41 yp68 Castle Fogarty

ballycahill, thurles, co. tipperary, e41 yp68

A MAGNIFICENT ESTATE INCLUDING A GOTHIC REVIVAL CASTLE RUIN AND A HOUSE IN A PARKLAND SETTING

For sale by Private Treaty

CASTLE FOGARTY

Imposing castle ruin

Residential Wing Hall w Kitchen w Drawing room w Dining room w Sitting room w Further reception room w 7 bedrooms w 2 bathrooms w Shower room w Boot room w Wine cellar w Utility room w Games room w Various stores

Outbuildings Traditional courtyard with stables, coach houses, barn and stores

Grounds Walled garden w Pasture w Woodland w Parkland

About 41 hectares / 102 acres in total

Savills Country 20 Dawson Street, 2 [email protected] + 353 (0) 1 663 4350 savills.ie Distances History Location and Amenities Thurles 9 km w Cashel 21 km w 34 km Parts of Castle Fogarty date from the 16th Century. It was Castle Fogarty is located close to the towns of Thurles (9km) w 56 km w Limerick 73 km w Shannon Airport 100 km the seat of the O’Fogarty clan until 1790 when it passed by and Cashel (21km) in , also referred to as the w Dublin City 160 km marriage in 1790 to Lanigans and then by marriage in 1865 “Premier County’’. to a Ryan of the then neighbouring estate of Inch and then by In Irish, the local town Thurles means “Stronghold of the inheritance to Ryans until the present day. Description Fogartys’’ and the O’Fogarty harp is the town coat of arms, in Castle Fogarty is a residential and agricultural estate which is The castle is now a ruin, having been burnt in 1922 following these ways signifying the historical presence of that family name steeped in history and is centred around a significant castle ruin. its occupation by the Northampton Regiment prior to Irish within the area. It is the first time that the estate has been offered for sale in over independence. Following this, the owners undertook a Thurles, whose Hayes Hotel was the birthplace of the Gaelic 380 years. development programme to create a family home within one Athletic Association, provides a range of amenities, services and tower of the castle and part of the traditional outbuildings. The castle occupies a private situation in the heart of the estate. education. is the venue for many important A range of traditional outbuildings adjoin the castle, with a wing The castle has been home to a number of famous occupants. GAA associated events. of the castle and part of the traditional outbuildings having been Cornelius O’Fogarty, the former owner, fought in 1690 at the Fishing, boating and sailing are offered on , one of converted to create a comfortable family home. Battle of the Boyne and was Captain on the side of James II. ’s largest lakes (32,000 acres), which is navigable over He owned and played the O’Fogarty Harp which has remained The estate extends to about 102 acres, with the grounds being its total length. Lough Derg Yacht Club is 47 km in distance at in ownership in the family ever since. a particular feature and lying within a ring-fence. They include . mature gardens mainly laid to lawn and surrounding the castle, In more recent times, Vivian Ryan was High Sheriff of Tipperary The house is located within the premier Tipperary hunt country, ancient and young woods, and productive farmland. in 1887, Valentine Ryan was a pioneering alpine climber and with the Tipperary, , Ormond, Kilmogany and Mervyn Ryan was manager of Argentine railways and also led Golden Vale packs, all situated within the county. the third ascent of Aconcagua. There is racing at nearby Thurles, and Tipperary Racecourses. In addition, there are a number of premier breeding establishments, with the county being synonymous with horse breeding and equestrian pursuits. Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for at the nearby 18-hole courses at Thurles and Dundrum Golf Clubs. There are many pleasant walks nearby including the Devil’s Bit and Mountains. This property is well situated within easy reach of Limerick City, Shannon Airport and Dublin City and Airport via the M7. There is a good, fast train service from Thurles to Dublin and .

Castle Fogarty A bell-mouthed entrance with dressed limestone gate piers and steel gates leads via a hardcore driveway of approximately ¼ mile past the walled gardens to the castle. There is access to both roads adjoining the property. The property can be accessed via the R503 Thurles to Limerick Road. The existing castle ruin was originally rebuilt from an earlier Georgian House in about 1790. The present structure comprises the remnants of this design. Castle Fogarty is a typical Gothic Revival castle with towers and crenellations. A number of the features within the stonework Outbuildings Land remain, including a coat of arms with motto. The ruins of the There is a useful range of traditional outbuildings adjoining the The land at Castle Fogarty extends to about 102 acres in total castle extend to about 4,305 sq ft. residential wing. They are constructed of stone beneath pitched and lies within a ring fence. It can be analysed as follows: slate roofs and are enclosed by stone walls, creating a courtyard Residential Wing with a gravel base. They include coach houses, stables and a Land Type Area The residential wing provides comfortable accommodation for barn, all of which have the potential to be converted to provide family living and entertaining and is laid-out in a C-shaped plan further residential accommodation, subject to obtaining the Farmland 64 acres with a courtyard to rear formed by outbuildings and stone walls. necessary planning permission. Woods 36 acres It is constructed around the northern wing of the original castle and a key feature is the magnificent castellated entrance. The Garden Miscellaneous 2 acres principal reception rooms are well positioned for the attractive A garden laid to lawn surrounds the castle and residential wing. Total 102 acres views over the estate parkland. There are also two substantial walled gardens. There are a number of internal features including hardwood The land is a good balance of productive farmland and flooring, deep skirtings, open fireplaces and wine bins in the deciduous woodland. The woods predominantly comprise cellar. The impressive north tower forms part of the residential ancient native species with some younger plantations including accommodation, from which there are fantastic, expansive oak, beech and ash (planted between 1991 and 1994). views. The farmland has the ability to grow good swards of grass, with The accommodation is laid out on the accompanying plans. a number of mature trees interspersed throughout the land, creating an attractive parkland setting. The woods provide shelter, amenity and sporting potential. Moveable items within the house may also be available for sale inancial uarantee They have been strategically laid out to create an enclosed by separate negotiation. A Ryan-Lanigan cart and Captain F G estate with a private setting. Cornelius O’Fogarty’s commission may be available by separate All offers (regardless of the country of residence of the offering negation at an additional price. party) must be accompanied by a guarantee or suitable form of The Entitlements to the Basic Payment Scheme are owned and reference from a bank, which gives the sellers satisfaction that are included in the sale. The payment for 2018 will be retained the purchaser has access to the funds required to complete the by the sellers. Tenure & Possession purchase at the offered price. Freehold. The farmland is cut for hay and then let for grazing for the remainder of the season. Directions (Eircode: E41 YP68) Historic Listing From Thurles, take the R498 for approximately 2.5 kilometres Services Castle Fogarty is listed as a Protected Structure (Ref: S822). then turn left onto the R503 for Ballycahill. Continue on for Mains water, private drainage, mains electricity and oil-fired 4.5 kilometres until you reach Ballycahill. Take the first left turn central heating. BER after the church in Ballycahill. Continue down this road and the entrance to Castle Fogarty is first on the right. Please note that the selling agents have not checked the Exempt. services and any purchaser should satisfy themselves with the iewing availability and adequacy of all services. Best Offers Date V Strictly by appointment only A date for best offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers Fixtures and Fittings are asked to register their interest with the selling agents Savills Country All fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale including: following inspection. The sellers reserve the right to exchange 20 Dawson Street garden statuary, light fittings, and other removable fittings, a Contract for the sale of any part of the subjects of sale ahead Dublin 2 although some may be available by separate negotiation. of a notified closing date and will not be obliged to accept the +353 (0) 1 663 4350 highest or any offer. PSRA License 002223

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Savills Country 20 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 [email protected] + 353 (0) 1 663 4350 Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2.Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary savills.ie planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 180711LM Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk