Otterstown Farm, Athboy, Co Meath, C15 CV62

Quillsen are delighted to present Otterstown Farm to the market, a superb detached property, positioned within walking distance of Athboy Town (approx. 1km) and set amongst a beautifully lush c. 23.5 acre holding with excellent equestrian and farming facilities alongside numerous outbuildings.

Otterstown Farm is one of the finest properties to come to the local market in recent years.

LOCATION
Accessed from a secondary road in a private rural setting off the Kildalkey Road, the location is excellent. Rural life is combined with town convenience alongside easy access to the M3, M4, Navan, Kells, Trim and the surrounding Meath countryside.

The M3 motorway provides an easy commute to Dublin within 45 minutes making this an ideal home for families looking for a serene, idyllic country location yet offers a wealth of amenities close to hand and within commutable distance to Dublin.

The thriving town of Athboy which boasts a wealth of shopping and community facilities, clubs and amenities to cater for its increasing population and that of its surrounding hinterland. The village of Delvin, at approximately 7km also provides for various local services and provisions. Excellent primary and secondary schools, both public and private are within easy reach and other centres within easy striking range include the heritage towns of Trim and Kells at 17km and 19km distant respectively and the county towns of Navan at 22km and Mullingar at 27km where you will find both national and international equestrian shows. Blanchardstown Shopping Centre and the M50 is easily reachable in approx. 45 minutes.

Given its location close to arterial routes, approx. 1.2km from the N51 and 8km off the N52 (at Delvin), convenient to the M3 and with the M1, M2, M4 and M6 not too distant either, this property is ideal for Dublin commuters and for those who transverse the country for a living. Employees from the ICT, E-commerce and pharma sectors based around Blanchardstown / Damastown as well as ICTs based around Leixlip often choose this area as a place to call home, citing lifestyle, ease of commuting and affordability as the rationale for their choice.

Football, hurling and soccer as well as a number of other sports are well provided for locally. Golfing is catered for in the area with golf courses at Headfort in Kells and a choice of several at Trim and Navan. There are many lakes nearby making the area ideal for those fond of fishing or water sports. Locally there is angling on the Stoneyford, Yellow Ford and Blackwater rivers and many popular local hunts.

Given its idyllic countryside yet convenient location, this property is sure to appeal to those who appreciate or wish to experience the best of rural life whilst remaining within 45 minutes of Dublin's environs.

MAIN RESIDENCE
Approached via electric gates, a sweeping driveway and set amongst beautifully landscaped, mature and private gardens this superb detached residence extends to approx. 373.8sqm inclusive of two attic rooms & boasts an impressive B3 energy rating. Accommodation is generous and luxurious whilst retaining a manageable country estate.

To truly appreciate this fine country home, viewing is highly recommended and strictly by appointment. Contact Andrew on 087 1320842 to view.

The main house was originally constructed circa. 2000 and was renovated & extended in 2009 resulting in a light filled, luxurious home offering flexible and practical accommodation. Extensive glazing to the rear of the property maximises the flow of southerly / westerly light and views over the rear stables & surrounding paddocks.

Accommodation briefly includes;
Ground Floor - entrance hall, dining room, large kitchen / breakfast room, pantry, interconnecting lounge and family room, study, w.c., large double bedroom with wet room, rear hallway leading to second w.c., boot room and large utility room.
First Floor - Landing, Principal Bedroom with en-suite, Bedroom 3 (double), Bedroom 4 (double with en-suite) and family bathroom.
Attic Level - Office/Study/Library and attic storage room / children's den.

The focal point of this fine country home is the centralised kitchen / breakfast room. This large family space is fitted with a luxurious handcrafted bespoke kitchen, benefiting from a vaulted ceiling & large bi-fold doors providing southerly & westerly views over the rear gardens, paddocks and attractive stable courtyard.

The kitchen is a cook's dream and includes a Stanley Range Cooker & numerous high-quality integrated Neff and Meile appliances; dual ovens, electric hob, built in wok, teriyaki plate, indoor barbeque grill, warming plates, wine cooler and a large centralised island finished in luxurious marble. The pantry provides further kitchen storage and dual full-size Liebherr fridge units. This fantastic entertaining space is further enhanced by the interconnecting lounge and family room which are generous in size and benefit from high-quality built-in multi-fuel stoves, vaulted ceilings and bi-fold doors leading onto the rear patio and providing the perfect viewpoint over the surrounding grounds and outbuildings.

The features of this fine property are too numerous to mention in full and to truly appreciate all it offers viewing is highly recommended.

OUTBUILDINGS AND LAND
The extensive and serene grounds extend to c.23.5 acres and benefit from three entrances; the main residence entrance, the rear yard / stable entrance and a third entrance gate to the side paddocks. There is excellent road frontage and the lands may offer future development potential subject to any necessary planning permissions required. The lands are divided into three folios – MH37839F, MH26429 and MH1351.
The grounds surrounding the main residence are beautifully maintained and landscaped with mature trees, hedging, flower beds & garden sculptures. There is ample parking provided to the front of the property and a rear driveway leads into the stable courtyard. Several patio areas are also provided which provide idyllic spots to enjoy the views over this excellent property and surrounding countryside.
Stables

The stables are in excellent condition, built in 2002 to a high specification throughout. Block built, clad in stunning Wicklow Granite and with a pitched tile roof, they extend to a vast 345.3sqm and briefly include; five large stables (including foaling box), feed room, tool room, tack room, rug room, kitchen, workshop with 3-Phase Generator, and large living / meeting room. Excellent Equestrian facilities are offered for leisure or commercial pursuit and in previous years have provided a home for many fine prize-winning horses. Seven railed paddocks with excellent drainage surround the stable courtyard alongside numerous storage / farm buildings. The large workshop and living/meeting rooms may suit other commercial / residential usage such as home office / business premises and a self-contained residential apartment (subject to any necessary planning permission required).

SEVEN BAY GARAGE
Seven Bay Garage, steel frame construction and extending to approx. 140sqm. Suitable for vehicle storage / equestrian / farming machinery storage.

POOL HOUSE
High quality timber log cabin extending to approx. 72sqm, containing a hydrotherapy lap pool and shower room.

In addition to the above there are numerous storage sheds, polytunnels and potting sheds.

The grounds and outbuildings provide the perfect opportunity for equestrian and leisure pursuits, small farm holding or for the new owners to explore agri-tourism opportunities and other commercial opportunities.
The possibilities at Otterstown Farm are endless.

VIEWINGS
Viewing strictly by prior appointment.
An inspection is essential for full appreciation of this excellent home. To arrange a suitable viewing time, please contact our negotiator handling the sale, Andrew Foran by mobile telephone on 0871320842.