Fort Edward, Coolreagh, Bodyke, Co. Clare, V94EK4K

Here is a unique opportunity to purchase a substantial Georgian house in very good condition, with a cottage and outbuildings to the rear, on about 8 acres with post and rail fencing and some mature trees. This house stands on an elevated site at the edge of Bodyke village. It is accessed off the R352 (Scariff to Ennis road) by way of a discreet stone-built entrance and a sweeping driveway with the lands on both sides. Built c.1845, the house is described by Hugh Weir, in his 'Houses of Clare', as 'A large two-story, three bay, hip-roofed house facing east-northeast, with a central fan lit front door in a one bay breakfront, with magnificent views towards the Shannon valley and bordering mountains.' This property has a unique charm. The house, while compact, enjoys a substantial and stately appearance. Floor area: 380sq. m. approx. High ceilings and tall wide windows throughout. Large reception rooms to left and right of entrance hall. Kitchen, breakfast room, office, study, 2 toilets and a bright conservatory day room on the ground floor. 5 bedrooms, 3 en-suite. Wide staircase to first landing with one bedroom, en - suite, to the left and steps to the right leading to a large bedroom with bathroom. On the next landing there is a bedroom facing and a large bedroom to both left and right (+ bathroom) with substantial Georgian windows enjoying magnificent views. Oil fired central heating. To the rear there is a building comprising of two garages and 'the cottage' which has a sitting room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. This is a converted coach house. The house is lived in and has been well maintained. It is secluded and yet close to all amenities. It is 20 minutes from Ennis, 30 minutes from Limerick. 50 minutes from Galway. 20 minutes from the M7. Enquiries by email only. Agent: William Loughnane/Wesell.ie/Licence number:002674. Loughnane & Co., solicitors, Scariff and Ennis.