The Watch House, Newry Street, Carlingford, Carlingford, Co. Louth, A91PA47

A wonderful feature of Medieval Carlingford, which dates to 1400's and which occupies a fantastic position overlooking Carlingford Lough. A piece of Medieval history in Carlingford has come to market and here at Michael Lavelle Estate Agents, we are very excited to be part of that. The Watch House is situated just below the bridge at St John's Castle and enjoying a post overlooking the boat slip, then sea and the two piers. So its position is quite enviable... enjoying uninterrupted views of sea and shore, as well as the imposing pose of St John's castle. The castle was built c 1200, and The Watch House came long a mere 200 or so years later, serving as a medieval townhouse, with commercial or merchant business at ground floor and family accommodation overhead. Today, it stands as a rather discreet yet noble-looking dwelling that, considering its heritage ands its location, has a huge amount to offer. The property is currently split into two – upstairs and downstairs, and the next owner is undoubtedly going to have a lot of fun recreating and repurposing the spaces. Its living accommodation is accessed from the rear, as it is built into a small hill. On entering, you can see it has enormous potential. The first bedroom – a twin is to rear. Originally it had a trap door leading to the business part of the house. Opposite, modern shower room. Next, a double or triple – lots of space here. To front, a wide bright very commanding space with breathtaking views across Carlingford Lough and the Castle. It has a free standing stove so that even sitting in front of the fire, you won't miss a single wave, cloud or passing seagull! Off this, the kitchen-diner which is dual aspect and also has wonderful views. The property, with its beautiful wooden floors and high ceilings is unquestioningly charming! The ground floor is accessed from the front of the property, and offers some rare insights into medieval architecture, such as the extra width batter base walls, and a rather stunning stone vaulted ceiling. I can imagine this space having a wonderful new role as an exquisite living – dining – function area. To the front of the property, there is space for parking 2 cars and a little terrace – all of which could be very well repurposed. As a protected structure, works will require planning permission to preserve important aspects of our medieval environment, and what a wonderful pursuit for the next owners of The Watch House.