Old School House, Castlemacadam, Avoca, Co. Wicklow, Y14KW40

McDonnell Properties are delighted to present the “Old School House” a property steeped in history, formerly the Castlemacadam National School. This enchanting granite stone built 4 bedroom family home c.227sq.m. sits on approx. 1.65 acres of well-maintained south facing gardens and large paddock area. Nestled in the Vale of Avoca, this home comes to the market in pristine condition throughout and has been lovingly maintained and fondly preserved by the current owner. Hidden from the road behind electric gates, this beautiful natural light filled property has many original features and has a fabulous Kitchen Diner Lounge with glazed floor to ceiling sliding doors opening up on to the sunny deck that has to be seen to be fully appreciated.

Located on the southwest side of the picturesque village of Avoca, the original birthplace of Avoca Handweavers, with bars and restaurants, and Kilmagig Forest Park are all within walking distance of the “Old School House.” Schools, hotels and local amenities are all within a short distance. Powerscourt Hotel and Golf Club Resort, Brittas Bay Beach, National Botanic Gardens Kilmacurragh are within 10 - 20mins drive, and a 10min drive to Arklow for shopping. Dublin City Airport & Wicklow Town accessible via the M11 motorway. Previously owned by “Jackass” entertainer & actor Chris Pontius during the early 2000’s where many wild parties were reported.

ACCOMMODATION

ENTRANCE: Main entrance, front door from parking area of what would have been the school masters home into hallway with original flagstone flooring, housing.
(2.03m x 2.5m)

BOOT ROOM: Passageway for storage.
(3.44m x 1.89m)

BATHROOM: WC with WHB and Bath with tiled floors.
(1.99m x 2.31m)

MAIN SUITE: Stepping down two steps to a large double room with original wood floors, fitted wardrobes, views of the garden and own entrance door opening to back garden area.
(4.20m x 4.25m)

ENSUITE: Large walk-in shower, WHB, WC and heated towel rail fully tiled bathroom.
(3.3m x 1.9m)

SITTING ROOM: Original paving flooring with feature low ceilings and original doors, solid-fuel feature fireplace.A hideaway snug!!
(3.58m x 5.33m)

HALL (STAIRS): Beautiful original painted wood floorboards with feature fireplace and understairs storage.
(3.63m x 5.33m)

KITCHEN/LIVING ROOM: The fabulous c. 3m double glazed sliding door dominates this room. Large open plan bespoke handmade kitchen, a large kitchen island with plenty of cupboards & shelving, an oil fired AGA, a fitted under sink with top quality granite worktops. Beautiful picture window bringing enviable sunshine and warmth all day with hardwood flooring. Space for a large dining table to comfortably sit 8 people. The lounge area of the room contains a multi solid fuel burning stove. The room benefits from exposed original beams and natural light throughout.
(12.15m x 5.43m)

UTILITY ROOM: Previously the main entrance hall of the school room is used as the Utility room with sink and space for dryer and washing machine.
(2.14m x 1.84m)

UPSTAIRS LANDING: Original stairs with carpet flooring to upstairs landing.
(4.79m X 2.87m)

BEDROOM 2: Carpet flooring with fitted wardrobes and picture window with wooden bench seat to view garden.
(3.2m x 3.9m)

BEDROOM 3: Double room with wooden bench seat to view garden.
(3.18m x 5.33m)

BEDROOM 4: Twin room with carpet flooring. Sloping roof with exposed beam and arched feature window.
(3.18m x 4.25m)

SERVICES: Septic tank, Mains water, fibre optic broadband, Oil fired central heating