We enjoy taking a regular look at houses for sale around Laois and this week we explore what is for sale at the top of the market.
Setting the bar at €750,000 we have come across homes in Killenard, Portlaoise, Abbeyleix and Ballybrittas.
In each instance you can click through to see the full Daft.ie profile.
Woodenbridge, Ballintogher, Ballybrittas
The house sits within three stud-railed paddocks on a 4.5 acre site and the avenue continues to the side of the house passing the large garage.
Built in 2008, this 3,541 sq ft home consisting of five bedrooms and six bathrooms is in a rural area off the old N7 road between Ballybrittas and Monasterevin.
There is a garage to the side of the house which could have alternative uses as the first floor is spacious with velux windows and could be converted into a children€TM outdoor games room or a granny flat (subject to relevant p.p).
Guide Price: €899,000
Sandymount House, Oldtown, Abbeyleix
A six-bedroom 425m2 country house with equestrian facilities, Sandymount House is a charming period residence which was originally part of the De Vesci estate.
Built by the De Vesci family in 1836, the property was named Sandymount House after the suburb in Dublin where the family established an important portfolio of property. T
Works carried out by the seller include the replacement of electrics, plumbing and the installation of a new biomass wood pellet boiler. The seller also replaced all windows and doors, as well as a section of the roof. The house now enjoys a B3 energy rating.
Set on five acres, there are a number of outbuildings and yards.
Guide Price: €950,000
Ballintogher, Killenard
Over 3,500 sq ft described by Hume Auctioneers as “sheer luxury with high end finishes and every conceivable extra”.
Just minutes from the renowned Heritage Hotel and Seve Ballesteros designed golf course, this home consists of five bedrooms and four reception rooms.
There is also a large garage with a full upstairs office suite as well as carefully manicured gardens. There are several outhouses, with a hot tub in the bespoke pavilion area.
Guide Price: €750,000
The Leix, Fairways Two, Killenard
A 5 bedroom home set on a private large site in the exclusive gated enclave on the Seve Ballesteros designed golf course in Killenard.
There are three reception rooms on the ground floor as well as a kitchen, utility room, store and integral garage. On the first floor there are 5 bedrooms all complete with designer ensuites. The master bedroom with panoramic views.
A winding stairs leads to the top floor with its wren’s nest office room which in turn leads on to an entertaining balcony which looks right across the Heritage Golf and Spa Resort.
Guide Price: €950,000
Heathfield House, Kilminchy, Portlaoise
This large family home on the Dublin Road in Portlaoise comprises of a 3 storey detached 3000 sq.ft. property. This exclusive property comes with a very high spec internally with superior finishes. Accommodation comprises of entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, sun room, living room, kitchen, utility room, separate w.c.
The master bedroom with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe is on the first floor along with two other bedrooms while there are two further bedrooms on the second floor as well as a large room suitable for home cinema.
There is also large double garage with games room/gym and w.c at 1st floor level.
Guide Price: €750,000
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