Derravaragh Lodge , on Lough Derravaragh, Coole, Co
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Derravaragh Lodge , On Lough Derravaragh, Coole, Co. Westmeath. Derravaragh Lodge, On Lough Derravaragh, Coole, Co. Westmeath On c. 18.92 hectares (46.75 acres) For Sale by Private Treaty A beautiful Georgian style lodge nestled on the shore of the famous Lough Derravargh, offering spectacular lake views and the utmost privacy, just over an hour from Dublin Airport Private Access to Lake Frontage Entrance Hall • Drawing Room • Dining Room • Kitchen & Breakfast Room Family Room • Study • Boot/Utility Room • Four Ensuite Bedrooms Location County Westmeath is an area of rolling countryside interspersed with loughs and farmland about an hour’s drive west of the Dublin area. The property is situated a short drive from the town of Castlepollard, with an range of pubs, shops and cafes. The village of Coole is also a short distance away. Derravaragh Lodge is approximately 15 minutes drive from Mullingar, the principal town in the area and is linked to Dublin via the N4/M4. Mullingar has a vast array of supermarkets, restau- rants, cafes, bars and pubs. The university town of Athlone is about an hour away. The area is well known for its sporting and country activities. With access onto Lough Derra- varagh, the area is ideal for the fishing enthusiast. There are a number of syndicate shoots in West- meath and the surrounding counties and for the riding enthusiast, the sporting activities of the Westmeath and Meath foxhounds, the Ballymacads and the Ward Union are also close by. There are a number of golf courses locally including, Mount Temple Golf Course, Mullingar & Delvin. There is good access to local schools such as Wilson’s Hospital at Multyfarnham and others in the towns of Castlepollard and Mullingar. Dublin city centre is just over an hour’s drive away and easily accessed by the M4 motorway. Dublin Airport is approximately 110km away. Description Derravaragh Lodge is without doubt one of the finest properties on Lough Derravaragh and The Lodge which extends to 36.87 sq.m (3,880 sq.ft), is entered via a large panelled door from the moment one drives through the gates one will be enchanted with this very special to the reception hall, with flagstone floor, chimney piece, corniced celling and decorative property. A sweeping beech lined avenue winds through rolling farmland leading to a domes over the doorways. The magnificent drawing room is accessed from the hall, where large gravel sweep to the front of the property, leaving the world behind you. The situation three windows command spectacular views over the gardens to the lake shore. A door can only be described as spectacular, surrounded by c.46.75 acres of rolling farmland and from the entrance hall also leads to the elegant dining room, with decorative cornicing beautifully perched on the shores of Lough Derravaragh, with spectacular views over the and beautiful chimney piece. Doors from the drawing room and dining room lead to the lough to the mountains beyond, and, of course, enviable lake access. charming bay windowed, bespoke country kitchen with marble counter tops, with 4 oven Aga and centre island. A door from the kitchen leads to the cosy family room which is in It is hard to believe that the residence, designed by renowned architect Jeremy Williams, turn connected to the study. A large boot room and utility area are also accessed from the was only built in 2004 as it fits elegantly and majestically in its grounds and mature scenic kitchen with a charming half back door leading to the outside. The four ensuite bedrooms backdrop. Rarely does such a meticulously designed period style property come to the are located at the opposite end of the house, two of which are overlooking the lake. The market. master bedroom is delightfully situated in one of the bays of the house and has a large ensuite and dressing room. The Residence makes a superb family home, conveniently laid out and although it impresses by its grandeur it very much feels like home. The house has an appealing combination of Situated adjacent to the Lodge are two large garages, two loose boxes and a glasshouse. grand and more intimate reception rooms on a manageable scale. The rooms are bright and The gardens surrounding the Lodge include extensive rose beds, delicate flowers, mature well-proportioned. Throughout the house there are exquisite features, such as the ornate trees and shrubs. A Ha-Ha separates the gardens from the remaining lands. The lands cornicing and centre roses, the grand hand crafted chimney pieces and panelled mahogany which surround the property are of excellent agricultural quality. Charming historic stone doors with decorative architrave surrounds as well as hardwood sash windows in all rooms. residences, farmyard and outbuildings are located on the lands. Derravaragh Lodge Reception Room/ Living Bedrooms Bathroom Kitchen and Circulation Areas Ganly Walters Services Viewing Celia Lamb Geothermal Heating System Strictly by appointment. 01 662 3255 (By Eurotech – award winning installers) BER Rating 8-34 Percy Place • ESB • Broadband • Mains Water [email protected] BER: B3 • Septic Tank • Alarm www.ganlywalters.ie BER Number: 106324072 EPI: 133.25 kWh/m2/yr PSRA No: 001896 Important Notice Ganly Walters for themselves and for the Vendors of this property whose agents they are given notice that: Receipt of these particulars implies an obligation to conduct all negotiations through this company only. 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