Description
A stunning lough side residence with extensive frontage to Strangford Lough, an inlet of the Irish Sea, and surrounded by green fields to the rear. The property comprises a spacious and luxuriously appointed family home, detached cottage, heated swimming pool, well stocked gardens and a private slipway to a deep water anchorage directly in front of the house.
The south facing residence, approached via a private road leading to this and a number of other prestigious properties on Sketrick Island, enjoys breathtaking views of Strangford Lough towards Ringhaddy and Portaferry to the South and the majority of the Ards Peninsula to the East. The islands of Trasnagh, Conly and numerous other smaller islands lie to the front.
Bullock Port has been totally refurbished* and now includes a twenty seven foot drawing room with roof top sun balcony; elegant dining room; conservatory; spacious open plan kitchen/family area furnished with exclusively designed units by Chalon UK. There are five secondary bedrooms, two of which have en suite bath / shower rooms and a further separate master suite with luxurious bathroom and dressing area, opening onto a private decking area. All the principal rooms face the Lough taking advantage of the exceptional views.
An enclosed patio area, flagged in sandstone, is accessed from the principal reception rooms and incorporates a heated swimming pool, raised sun deck and the sixth bedroom.
A delightful two storied cottage, the Boat House, lies adjacent to the residence and enjoys the same breathtaking views, providing excellent alternative accommodation for visitors or teenage family members.
The landscaped gardens at the front are expertly laid out, incorporating lawns, well stocked beds of ornamental and flowering shrubs, pebble edged flagged path and patios and raised timber decks designed to maximise the Lough views.
Strangford Lough Yacht Club and Down Cruising Club are but a few minutes walk away, making this an exceptional opportunity for the keen yachtsman. Golfing is also well served in the area with Mahee and Ringdufferin Golf Courses just a short drive away. Horse riding and tennis are also easily accessible in the vicinity.
Excellent local schools such as Campbell College, Strathearn Girls School and Down High School are all within easy reach of the property, with a regular school bus service operating to these and other schools from the crossroads at Balloo, five minutes away.
Features Include:
3 RECEPTIONS
CONSERVATORY
5 BEDROOMS (TWO EN SUITE)
MASTER SUITE INCLUDING BATHROOM AND DRESSING ROOM
SWIMMING POOL
COTTAGE
ROOFTOP SUN DECK
PRIVATE SLIPWAY
(*the refurbishment programme in 2004 included the installation of new plumbing, central heating and electrics; the creation of a new open plan family area and installation of a new kitchen and new bathrooms, new swimming pool and redesign of pool area. Most of the windows and doors throughout were replaced. Marble floors with underfloor heating were installed. The Boat House was converted.)
A C C O M M O D A T I O N I N C L U D E S:- RECEPTION HALL: Parquet hardwood wood block floor; corniced ceiling; 12 volt ceiling lighting; double doors to dining room.
CLOAKROOM: 2.01m (6'7) x 1.5m (4'11) (min meas)
Villeroy & Boch suite comprising vanity unit with recessed wash hand basin with chrome swan neck mixer taps in polished granite surround; built in cupboards, drawer and shelves under; built in cloaks cupboard with louvered door; close coupled wc; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting; heated towel radiator.
DRAWING ROOM: 8.28m (27'2) x 5.31m (17'5)
Mantle on carved corbels; natural slate hearth; double sliding doors to front of residence; corniced ceiling with bullseye 12 volt lighting; television aerial point and ample 13 and 5 amp power points; French door to patio; arched display niche with fitted shelves.
BUTLER'S PANTRY: 2.72m (8'11) x 1.5m (4'11)
Twin enamel bowls, recessed in formica worktops with cupboard and storage space under; matching cupboards over; space and power point for fridge; tiled walls; ceramic tiled floor; 12 volt ceiling lighting; walk in storage cupboard; fully shelved.
DINING ROOM: 7.32m (24'0) x 4.72m (15'6) (max meas)
Part vaulted ceiling with 12 volt ceiling lighting; range of adjustable plate glass display shelves over three double storage cupboards; double doors to family room; conservatory and swimming pool; raised area leading to hallway; Parquet hardwood block floor.
FAMILY ROOM: 6.02m (19'9) x 4.55m (14'11)
Polished granite fireplace with cast stone surround, polished granite hearth; gas coal effect fire; built in display unit; adjustable display shelves with three double storage cupboards under; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting; double doors to front patio; wood laminate floor; open plan to:-
KITCHEN: 7.92m (26'0) x 5.97m (19'7)
'Chalon' fitted kitchen comprising extensive range of painted finish eye and floor level cupboards and drawers, matching glazed display cupboards with adjustable plate glass display shelves and two tier plate racks all fitted with polished chrome furniture; oil fire cream four oven 'Aga' with twin hobs and twin electric ceramic hob; canopy over with 12 volt lighting; integrated 'Fisher and Paykel' stainless steel dishwasher and 'Sub Zero' plumbed American fridge freezer; 'Miele' classic steam oven; Island unit fitted with storage cupboards, partially recessed for leg room; 'Miele' extra wide electric under oven and open display space; Maple worktops with fitted heat resistant rods over the oven; twin tub recessed stainless steel sink with swan neck mixer tap and adjustable jet wash on hose; extractor unit; lantern light with two electrically operated windows; extractor fan; cream marble floor; television aerial point; underfloor heating.
REAR HALLWAY: Polished marble floor; built in storage shelves.
LAUNDRY ROOM: 3.76m (12'4) x 1.68m (5'6)
Single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps; range of laminate eye and floor level cupboards and drawers; wicker storage baskets; plumbed and space for washing machines and tumble dryer; walk in hot storage cupboard with 'Warmflow' oil fired boiler and 'Megaflow Heatrea Sadia' pressurised water storage tank; range of built in storage shelves and fitted clothes rail.
CONSERVATORY: 5.26m (17'3) x 3.48m (11'5)
With glazed vaulted ceiling and electrically operated windows; 12 volt lighting; polished marble floor; double doors to pool.
BEDROOM 1: 4.47m (14'8) x 2.54m (8'4)
Range of built in eye level book shelves; 12 volt ceiling lighting; Velux window; telephone jack point.
BEDROOM 2 (EN SUITE): 4.09m (13'5) x 2.67m (8'9)
built in dressing table with nest of four drawers under and book shelves over; high level storage shelves; 12 volt ceiling lighting; Velux window; television aerial point.
BATHROOM: 2.69m (8'10) x 1.83m (6'0) (max meas)
White suite comprising panelled bath with chrome mixer taps and matching adjustable thermostatically controlled shower over; pedestal wash hand basin with mono chrome mixer tap; close coupled wc; double fitted wardrobe with nest of drawers under and double cupboard over; ceramic tiled floor chrome heated towel rail; Velux window.
FRONT HALLWAY: Polished marble floor; 12 volt ceiling lighting and corniced ceiling.
BEDROOM 3: 3.84m (12'7) x 3.2m (10'6)
Built in work station with nest of four drawers under and book shelves over double built in wardrobe with cupboards over; high level storage shelves; telephone jack point; 12 volt ceiling lighting.
BEDROOM 4: 3.2m (10'6) x 2.87m (9'5)
Built in work station with nest of four drawers under and book shelves over; double built in wardrobe with cupboards over; high level storage shelves; television aerial point; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting.
BATHROOM: 2.69m (8'10) x 1.65m (5'5)
White suite comprising panelled bath with corner fitted swan neck mixer tap and controls; pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mono mixer tap and close coupled wc; built in double cupboard with matching cupboards over; polished cream marble floor and matching tiled walls to tiled dado rail; 12 volt ceiling lighting; extractor fan; chrome heated towel radiator.
SIDE HALLWAY: Hotpress with 'Megaflo Heatstore Sadia' pressurised hot water system; double and single built in cupboards fully shelved; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting; leading to:-
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE: DRESSING ROOM: 4.52m (14'10) x 1.42m (4'8) (min meas)
Fitted with extensive range of wardrobes, nests of drawers and storage cupboards; matching dressing table with nest of drawers under and mirrors over; range of built in book shelves and eye level cupboards; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting.
BATHROOM: 3.61m (11'10) x 3.1m (10'2)
'Villeroy and Boch' white suite comprising oval bath on Maple stand, fitted with chrome mono mixer tap; surface mounted wash hand basin on Maple stand with chrome pillar mixer tap; fitted illuminated mirror over, concealing bathroom cabinet over, electric shaver socket to side; fully tiled shower cubicle with 'Axor Hansgrohe' thermostatically controlled shower with over head rose; plate glass door; extractor unit and 12 volt light over; close coupled wc; bidet with mono chrome mixer tap; chrome heated towel rail; polished marble floor with underfloor heating and matching walls to tiled dado rail; built in plate glass display shelves on chrome supports; corniced ceiling with 12 volt lighting; built in storage cupboard.
BEDROOM: 5.54m (18'2) x 5.38m (17'8) (max meas)
Range of built in furniture including double and two single wardrobes, single cupboard; part vaulted ceiling with 12 volt lighting; telephone jack point; double doors to timber decking; built in bench seat.
ATTIC: Extensive storage, floored and with light point.
Enclosed Flagged Rear Yard:- With access towards cottage.
OUTSIDE:- Enclosed Patio Area:
Fitted with sandstone flagging; curved sandstone flagged steps to timbered raised sun deck with recessed lighting and steps to upper garden area. The walls are furnished with a bronze diving mermaid and mosaic wall panel; door to pathway leading to the front garden; cast iron circular steps to rooftop sun deck.
SWIMMING POOL: 9.6m (31'6) x 4.19m (13'9)
Fitted with stainless steel steps and handrails; electric automated safety cover; filtration and heating system.
BEDROOM (EN SUITE): 5.21m (17'1) x 3m (9'10) (inc shower room)
Approached through half doors from patio; double built in wardrobe; fitted workstation with nest of four drawers under; storage shelf and cupboard over; built in storage cupboard; telephone jack point; corniced ceiling with 12 volt ceiling lighting.
SHOWER ROOM: 1.73m (5'8) x 1.5m (4'11)
White suite comprising tiled shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower; vanity unit with fitted wash hand basin and with cupboards and drawers under; close coupled wc; fully tiled walls; Maple flooring; 12 volt ceiling lighting; chrome heated towel radiator.
PUMP HOUSE: 3.53m (11'7) x 3.02m (9'11)
Oil fired boiler and filter unit serving the swimming pool; raised storage area; fluorescent light point.
GARDENS: The landscaped gardens to front and side have been expertly landscaped to compliment the residence. Laid out in lawns and well stocked beds of ornamental and flowering shrubs and plants. A raised flagged patio is enclosed with picket fencing and is complimented by the raised timber decking serving the master suite and cottage. Additional lawns are situated on the opposite side of the approach driveway.
PARKING: Ample bitmac and asphalt parking bays are situated to either side of the driveway providing parking space for cars and boats.
SLIPWAY:
A concrete slipway with manual winch services the residence and leads to a deep water anchorage apposite the property.
BOAT HOUSE: Converted from the former two storied boat house, the cottage is ideal accommodation for visiting friends and relatives and / or teenage children.
Accommodation includes:-
Raised timber decking to front.
SITTING ROOM: 5.61m (18'5) x 4.8m (15'9)
Glazed double doors opening to decking; 12 volt ceiling lighting; two television aerial points.
KITCHEN: 5.46m (17'11) x 4.8m (15'9)
'Worcester' oil fired boiler; pressurised hot water cylinder; stainless steel sink; fluorescent lighting; half doors to garden.
FIRST FLOOR:- LANDING:
Two Velux windows; 12 volt ceiling lighting.
BEDROOM 1: 4.67m (15'4) x 3.71m (12'2)
Range of built in shelves; access to eaves storage; Velux part vaulted ceiling with 12 volt lighting; French door to front; television aerial point.
BEDROOM 2: 4.47m (14'8) x 3.71m (12'2)
Velux and side windows; four access points to eaves storage.
SHOWER ROOM: 1.88m (6'2) x 1.8m (5'11)
White suite comprising tiled shower cubicle with 'Mira Sport' electric shower and etched glass shower doors and side panels; pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mono tap; close couple wc; half tiled walls.
There is planning permission for a single storey building to adjoin this cottage to the principal house.
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