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<strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong>Bennettsbridge Co. Kilkenny
V<strong>ie</strong>wing strictly by appointment with sole Selling Agent20 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, IrelandT: +353 (0)1 663 4350F: +353 (0)1 663 4398E: country@savills.<strong>ie</strong>W: savills.<strong>ie</strong>These particulars do not form any part of any contract and are for guidance only. Maps andplans are not to scale and measurements are approximate. Intending purchasers must satisfythemselves as to the accuracy of details given to them either verbally or as part of thisbrochure. Such information is given in good faith and is bel<strong>ie</strong>ved to be correct, however, thedevelopers or their agents shall not be held liable for inaccurac<strong>ie</strong>s. Prices quoted are exclusiveof VAT (unless otherwise stated) and all negotiations are conducted on the basis that thepurchaser/lessee shall be liable for any VAT arising on the transaction. All maps produced bypermission of the Ordnance Survey Ireland License No AU 0001703 © Government of Ireland.
<strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong>Bennettsbridge Co. KilkennyOn approximately 25.5 acres / 10.31 hectaresA most attractive 19th Century mansion house superblyset overlooking the Nore valley and enjoying frontage ontothe King’s River.The mature grounds are quite delightful and include glorious river andwoodland walks, walled grazing paddocks, a stone courtyard and formalgardens.Inside the accommodation is well proportioned and includes a largereception hall, 4 reception rooms, kitchen, 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Inall about 702 square meters / 7,556 square feet.Kilkenny City 12 km / 8 milesDublin City 128 km / 80 milesBennettsbridge 4 km / 2.5 milesWaterford 38 km / 23 miles
LOCATION<strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong> is situated amidst beautifully mature grounds where formal grounds immediately around the house seamlesslylink to the surrounding woodland, pastureland and to the banks of the King’s River, where riverside walks and fishing can beenjoyed. The formal gardens immediately surrounding the house include a var<strong>ie</strong>ty of mature shrubs and trees, a grass tennis andlink to an attractive stone courtyard that adjoins the house.A combination of river walks, woodland pathways and grassland paddocks within the old walled gardens pleasantly stocked withdeer provides a glorious setting for the mansion house and for a var<strong>ie</strong>ty of wildlife which can be easily enjoyed from the variouspathways and walkways throughout the grounds.Situated within the Nore river valley between the attractive villages of Bennetsbridge and Stoneyford the townsland of <strong>Annamult</strong>(the ford of the wethers) has recorded early Christian settlements. More recently the immediate area was renown for it substantialmilling industry with <strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong>associated with the nearby Merino Mills,an 18th century altruistic industrialventure modelled on New Lanark inScotland.The area is perhaps now best known forthe nearby Mount Jul<strong>ie</strong>t Estate, a ConradInternational Resort with its worldrenownedgolf course and leisure complexwith Spa and wellness centre. There arefurther golf courses at Kilkenny, Gowranand Callan.The village of Bennetsbridge issynomonous with the pottery and craftsindustry while covering all of the needsfor daily shopping. The vibrant med<strong>ie</strong>valcity of Kilkenny is only a short drive awayand offers a var<strong>ie</strong>ty of shops, schools,churches, pubs, restaurants and theatres.
ANNAMULT HOUSE<strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong> is a mostattractive period mansionhouse and is approached froma gravelled drive that sweepspast woodland to meet thehouse off an arched sweeptaking in the formal gardensand enjoying v<strong>ie</strong>ws to the riverNore and King’s river to arriveat the formal front of thehouse. Thought to date to thelate 1700’s with the currentand more substantial houseadded to this structure in andaround 1830 to 1840, theoriginal house perhapsbecoming the domesticoffices.The interior features generously proportioned rooms with high ceilings and fine tall windows giving god natural light, with thedrawing room and morning room combining through folding timber doors to extend the entire depth of the south-side of the houseand are marvellously linked to the gardens from twin French doors. Indeed, all the main reception rooms interconnect well to allowfine entertaining.Many of the original features are intact including chimneyp<strong>ie</strong>ces, ceiling cornices and central roses, window shuttering and panelleddoors. Recent improvements present the house in good repair and include improvements to plumbing and wiring, a complete reroofingin natural slate, a new kitchen and the exposing of the attractive stone exterior.Enjoying such a wonderful private position within its own lands and with fine v<strong>ie</strong>ws and excellent accommodation <strong>Annamult</strong><strong>House</strong> makes a superb private house with magnificent reception rooms for entertaining and good grazing paddocks to allow housesor pon<strong>ie</strong>s be kept. <strong>Annamult</strong> <strong>House</strong> is extremely accessible by road (N9) and train with frequent services from nearby Kilkenny,not to mention the impending M9 Dublin / Waterford road, which will have an access interchange a short drive beyond nearbyBennettsbridge
Ground FloorReception Hall (W) with ceilingcornice and staircase to first floor.Leads to the Separate W.C. withW.h.b.Morning Room (S&W) withceiling cornice, polished timberfloor, ornate marble chimneyp<strong>ie</strong>ce, folding timber doors intodrawing roomDrawing Room (S&E) with ceilingcornice, ornate marble chimneyp<strong>ie</strong>ce, twin double French doorsinto garden, polished timber floorand an interconnecting door intothe dining roomDining Room (E) with ceiling cornice, marble chimney p<strong>ie</strong>ceand interconnecting door into drawing roomStudy / Sitting Room (E) with solid fuel stove and fittedshelvingKitchen (W) with Stanley oil fired cooking range, recessedspot lighting and work lights, range of fitted wall and floorunits, stainless steel sink, plumbed for a dishwasher, Bosch gashobPantry 1 (W) with Belfast sink, fitted shelving, plumbed forwashing machine.Pantry 2 (W) with fitted shelvingPlayroom (E) with fitted shelving and French doors to gardenFirst FloorMaster Bedroom SuiteBedroom 1(S&E) with ceiling cornice and polished timberfloorEn-Suite Dressing Room (E) with fitted cloak railsBedroom 2 (S&W) with ceiling cornice polished timber floorBedroom 3 (E) with ceiling cornice and polished timber floorEn-Suite Dressing Room (E) with ceiling cornice andpolished timber floor.Bedroom 4 (W) with ceiling cornice and polished timberfloor
En-Suite Dressing Room (W)Main Bathroom (W) a very large family bathroom with covedceiling, fitted bath pedestal W.h.b, W.c. and timber polishedfloorBedroom 5(E) with ceiling cornice, polished timber floor anda fitted wardrobeBathroom (E) with fitted bath, pedestal W.h.b, and W.C.Guest Bedroom SuiteBedroom 6 (E&W) with solid fuel stove and ceiling cornice.Currently in use as a home officeEn-Suite Dressing Room (W) with fitted shelvingSecond FloorBedroom 7 (W) with attic access.Bathroom with fitted bath, pedestal W.h.b and W. C.Bedroom 8 (W)Bedroom 9 (E&W) with open fireplace and interconnectingdoor intoBedroom 10 (W)BasementQu<strong>ie</strong>t large and comprises of 3 rooms, one of which is a largewine cellar.
GROUNDSThe grounds are quite delightful with formal gardens includingmanicured lawns, a disused grass tennis court and mature shrubsand trees. Adjoining the house is a most attractive courtyardwith a range of stone outbuildings including a coach house,stables, tack room and a feed store. Immediately beyond this are2 walled gardens, which are mainly laid to grass and currentlyhome to a small Sika deer herd.Fishing on a privately owned section of the King’s river isincluded in the sale and walks can be enjoyed along the riverbank that link to a splendid woodland walk that circles back tothe house..SERVICESMains electric, water from private well, oil fired central heating,mains telephone, drainage to septic tank.FIXTURES & FITTINGSFitted carpets included in the sale. All other including gardenornaments, over mantels, light fittings and furniture areexpressly excluded from the freehold sale but may be availableby separate negotiation.PROTECTED STATUSIn the current Kilkenny County Council development plan thehouse is listed as a protected structure of local importance.TITLEFor sale Freehold by private treaty. An adjoining farmer has aright of way along the avenue to access f<strong>ie</strong>lds off the avenue(details available from the selling agents)SOLICITORSO'Sullivan Partners, 26 Burlington Road, Dublin 4.ref. Mr. John O’ Sullivant. +353 (0)1 212 0400f. +353 (0)1 212 0401e. jos@osullivanpartners.<strong>ie</strong>DIRECTIONSFrom Dublin take the N7 / N9 to Kilkenny. On the approach tothe city turn left at the Dublin road roundabout, signedWaterford. Proceed to the Bennettsbridge roundabout and turnleft, signed Thomastown / New Ross. Continue for about 6.4 km/ 4 miles to Bennettsbridge and turn right, signed Stoneyford /Waterford and just before the bridge. Pass Mosse's Pottery Milland continue for about 4 km / 2.5 miles to where the road veersright and continue straight on / turn left. The entrances gates illbe a short distance ahead on this roadway.From Kilkenny take the Thomastown / New Ross exit off theBennettsbridge roundabout on the outer ring road and proceedfor about 6.4 km / 4 miles to Bennettsbridge and turn right,signed Stoneyford / Waterford and just before the bridge. PassMosse's Pottery Mill and continue for about 4 km / 2.5 miles towhere the road veers right and continue straight on / turn left.The entrances gates ill be a short distance ahead on this roadway.
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