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Georgestown House,
Georgestown, Kill, Co. Waterford on c. 44.44 hectares (110 acres)
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Georgestown House,
Georgestown, Kill, Co. Waterford
In all about c. 44.44 hectares (c. 110 acres)
A splendid Georgian estate and stud farm nestled in the glorious Waterford countryside with views
to the sea and Comeragh Mountains in pristine condition.
Kill 1.6km (1 mile), Coast Bunmahon 5km (3 miles), Waterford 18km (11 miles), Dungarvan 25km (16
miles), Kilkenny 65km (40 miles), Cork 100km (62 miles), Dublin 180km (112 miles).
u Principle Georgian residence u Grooms cottage & office u Duplex guest cottage & gym
u 12 stables in main yard & loft u Tack, feed & rug room, wc u 2 stables in isolation yard
u 2 barns & out houses u 3 furlong all weather gallop u 2 furlong all weather round gallop
u 2 horse walkers & 2 loading ramps u Park lands, pasture, woodland
u Walled mature garden, tennis court & kitchen gardens u Excellent equestrian facilities
History
Georgestown house, built in early 1800 is a listed Georgian house of two storeys over a raised
basement and three bays, with a lower wing. There are segmental pediments over the lower windows
and dentil cut granite cornice frieze to the front under the roof. The side of the house is weathered
slate. This was the original seat of the Barron family. After that it was home of Lord William Beresford
who gave the house its doorway with engaged Doric columns and a broken pediment which came
from Ballycanvan House near Waterford. Lord William gave the house to his sister Lady Patricia Miller.
The current owners have lived and run a private thoroughbred stud farm for the past ten years.
Description
Georgestown House encompasses the charm and character of the Georgian era with wonderful period
features. The property is in superb condition on a mature elevated site overlooking its enchanting
lake with stunning views across the stud farm to the sea.
The house is approached up a sweeping avenue which curves around the lake over a stone bridge
and up to a gravelled forecourt. Ten wide stone steps flanked by panelled piers rise up to double
doors with fan light and into the hall. From the hall is the drawing room, dining room and through
to the light filled sunroom. Above are two bedrooms, with views of the estate, sea in the distance,
two fantastic bathrooms and a walk-in wardrobe. The large comfortable country kitchen is fully fitted
with granite tops, a central island, Aga and large window seat. Off the kitchen is a large pantry/wine
cellar, laundry/utilities room, walk-in linen room and a warm sitting room /library. The lower wing
contains a wc, cloakroom, office/study and two further ensuite bedrooms with views to the front.
Features include sash windows and working shutters, high cornice ceilings, magnificent marble
fireplaces, double doors with over head fanlights in the hall. There is a large landing window
on the stairs. All the French sash windows have working shutters and are in beautiful condition.
Georgestown House incorporates circa 5000 sq ft, of beautifully proportioned family accommodation
over 3 floors.

Light floods through the conservatory and into the hall, the kitchen and reception rooms, which all
together make for a flowing living space. Georgestown house enjoys spectacular views to the sea to
the front and Comeragh Mountains to the rear, which add to the beauty of the location.
There is the added benefit of guest and staff accommodation, top class equestrian facilities, excellent
quality limestone land which is stud fenced, and watered paddocks. The entire property is sheltered
by magnificent trees and further complemented by gardens containing a variety of well established
flowering shrubs.
Location
Georgestown is centrally located in the sunny south east, 1 mile from the pretty village of Kill for daily
needs and 2 minutes from the beach at Bunmahon. The thriving port city of Waterford is 11 miles, with
many bars, restaurants and chic boutiques. Waterford airport is a further 7 miles. There are numerous
daily trains and buses to Dublin, other cities and the airport.
Cork & Cork International Airport are under an hour away and are serviced by the new N25 motorway.
The medieval historic and fashionable city of Kilkenny is 30 minute drive on the new M9 motorway.
With the ever improving road networks journey times to all major cities are getting shorter.
Amenities
Waterford is a beautiful county which much to offer.
Golf
The golfing enthusiast is well catered for in the surrounding area with top courses such as Faithlegg
Golf and Country Club, Waterford Castle Golf Club, and the international Mount Juliet at Thomastown,
also within driving distance are three golf courses in Dungarvan.
Sailing and Beaches
Waterford is a famous sailing county and Dunmore East, Dungarvan & Tramore are some of the prime
locations for keen sailors. The coast of Waterford contains the most beautiful beaches for miles.
Georgestown House is only a 2 minute drive to the nearest beach at Bunmahon, further a field there
are beaches at Annestown and Kilmurrin.
Hunting, Polo, Shooting and Racing
A choice of hunting packs are available to the keen horseman, both the Waterford Foxhounds and
the Woodstown Harriers are within easy boxing distance. There are a number of private shoots in the
area. For racing you only have to go as far as Tramore for an enjoyable race meeting or further a field
are Gowran Park, Cork, Clonmel, and Wexford racecourse all under an hours drive. Waterford is spoilt
for Polo Clubs with the Waterford Polo Club & Curraghmore Polo Club.
Schools
Excellent primary and secondary schools are available in Waterford City. Newtown Senior and Junior
are renowned through Ireland, Waterpark Senior School and The Ursalines are also well known as
excellent educators.
Travel
Waterford Airport is only 17 miles with flights to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Galway and
Northern France. Cork international Airport is under an hours drive. There are numerous daily trains
and buses from Waterford to several destinations. The entire motorway from Waterford to Dublin is
due to be completed in late August 2010.

Not to Scale
Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of these floorplans, measurements are approximate and
no responsibility is taken for any error, omission or mis-statement. This plan is for illustrative purposes only and
should be used as such.These plans are for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact.
Attention is drawn to this important Notice.
Reception Rooms / Living and Circulation Areas
Kitchens
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
Storage

Gardens
To the rear of the house are the most magnificent old stone wall and kitchen gardens.
To the centre of the walled garden is the rose beds surrounded by a stone terrace, there is a beautiful
range of flowering shrubs, plants and fruit trees among the lawns. There is a hardcore tennis court.
At the top of the garden is a large vegetable garden boxed in by hedge containing red currants,
gooseberries, strawberries and raspberries. There are endless vegetables and herbs planted.
One goes through an iron gate to wisteria clad patio by the sun room which has planted borders
and a range of climbers. There are extensive lawns to the front of the house with mature landscaped
gardens leading into the woodland on both sides which gives a real magical feel.
Stable yard
The clock tower court yard lies to the rear of the house and contains 12 stables, all with double doors,
hay racks, feed troughs and automatic drinkers. On the clock tower side there are six boxes with a
large pillared over hang, veterinary area with stocks, scales, heat lamps and water, foaling cameras,
an over head loft, a tack room, feed room, rug/ storage room & wc. All are fully fitted, heated and have
hot and cold water. Above and to the rear are the groom’s cottage and a fully serviced office. On the
opposite side are a further six boxes.
There is duplex guest cottage with two bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen. Next door is a
fully fitted gym with big arched glass windows looking on to the yard.
Off the main yard are two large storage barns and wood store, a six bay covered walker, a sand lunge
ring, and loading ramp, all of which are nestled beneath beautiful mature beech trees.
The isolation yard contains two boxes and foaling cameras, a four bay horse walker and turn out
paddock.
There is a straight uphill 3 furlong all weather sand gallop with safety rails. Across the road there are
2 furlong circular all weather sand gallops with safety rails.
There is a separate avenue to the yards and equestrian facilities.
Lands
Lands extend to c.44.44 hectares (110 acres) including mature woodland. There is a tremendous
amount of fabulous beech trees which bound the property and flank the house and yards. There are
several copses of a large variety of beautiful trees dotted around the property and pretty lake. The
large natural lake is fed by natural springs and a river.
There is approximately 50 acres including the circular gallop with the house and the remaining 60
acres is across the road in one block. On the house side there are 10 stud fenced paddocks. On the
farm side there are 8 paddocks, 4 of which are stud fenced and 2 are enclosed, the wall field paddock
and the round gallop field. A further 2 are let for grazing. There are several gravel and grass road ways
throughout the farm for access and riding.
The top quality limestone land is laid out in manageable paddocks which are well fenced with plenty
of natural shelter, hedging and with their own water supply and electricity. The land is suitable for all
types of agricultural use. There are four avenues and several road gates in to the property. The farm is
currently run as a breeding and prep stud farm for thoroughbreds and has bred and produced many
winners to date. Group and black type winners Arch Swing, Arch Rebel, Cruzspiel and Rockall Blizzard
have been raised and pre-trained at Georgestown Stud.

Services
OFCH
Mains water
ESB
Broadband
Sky TV
Septic tank
Alarm
Title
Freehold.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment only.
01 662 3255
Celia Lamb/ Robert Ganly
8-34 Percy Place, Dublin 4
celia.lamb@ie.knightfrank.com
robert.ganly@ie.knightfrank.com
www.knightfrank.ie
Directions
From Waterford city continue out the old Cork N25 road until a large Subaru Garage called Sweep
Garage. There is a pub opposite. Turn left signed Bunmahon (R681), continue straight through
Kill village take the 2nd right (1 mile), there is a large Granite stone with Georgestown at the turn.
Continue up the road and take the third entrance on the left.
If you bypass Waterford follow the N25 for Cork over the new toll bridge. Follow the N25 to Cork for
approximately for 25km and take a left turn signposted Kill, this is the second left after the “Dawn
Meats/Portlaw” junction. After 3km turn right at the stone bridge, Georgestown is 2km down this
road on the right hand side.
Georgestown House
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