Whistle Down, Castlewarden, Straffan, Straffan, Co. Kildare, CO KILDARE

LOCATION
Whistle Down is conveniently situated just 1km(0.62miles) off the N7 carriageway junction 5 exit for Castlewarden/Athgoe/Steelstown giving ease of access to Dublin city centre which is 16km(9miles). Dublin airport is about 30km(18miles) from the property which offers international and domestic air services. The luas at City West is 6.3km(3.91miles) which is ideal for commuting to the city centre.



Exceptional residence
Excellent development potential   
Two reception rooms
Superb family kitchen/breakfast room
Sitting room
Conservatory
Five bedroom
Master bedroom ensuite and dressing room
Bathroom and guest wc.
Accommodation approx 400sq.m(4,300sq.ft)
Double garage with two automatic doors
Outline planning permission for two houses and potential for further development
Attractive gardens
Extremely private and tranquil location



In all about 4.04ha(10acres)
For sale: Freehold

Shopping
Dundrum town centre and Liffey Valley shopping centre are just 27km(16miles) from the property. The up market Kildare outlet center is 32km(19miles) and the White Water shopping centre in Newbridge is 20km(12miles). The bustling town of Naas is just 10km(6 miles) with its many bars, restaurants, supermarkets, numerous primary and secondary schools and provides all the requirements of everyday living. Kill is just 6km(3.5miles) with its shops and bars.



Golf
The golf enthusiast is well catered for as °Whistle Down is located just 1.2km(0.75miles) Castlewarden Golf Club which is an 18 hole golf course on a 150 acre parkland estate. The K Club is just 6km(3.5miles) which has two 18 hole championship golf courses, a beautiful hotel and spa facilities.



Equestrian
Kill equestrian centre is just 6km(3.5miles). There is hunting locally with the South County Dublin Hunt and the Kildare Hunt. Racing at the Curragh, Naas and Punchestown is within a ten minute drive.

Dublin Airport 30km, Dublin city centre 16km, City West Luas connection 6.3km



DESCRIPTION
Whistle Down sits on an elevated site with outstanding views across the surrounding countryside. The property is a charming and well appointed Georgian style residence surrounded by its own c.4.04ha (10acres) of mature landscaped gardens and two large paddocks presently in lawn. Constructed in 1981 in the Georgian Colonial style, the main reception rooms and principal bedrooms are bright, well proportioned and face south and west with outstanding views across the surrounding countryside. Located opposite Castlewarden Golf Course, the property is approached off a quiet country road through impressive wrought iron security gates via a long avenue that sweeps that sweeps through the gardens and leads to a large gravelled forecourt. The house is situated well back from the road and a row of chestnut trees enhanced with an escalonia and a beach hedge offer the property complete privacy.



Gardens 
The gardens are a real feature of the property and there is an extensive south facing paved terrace that looks out over herbacaceous borders that provide a profusion of colour throughout the summer months. Beyond are extensive lawns and a ha-ha wall that divides the gardens from the remaining lands without obstructing the wonderful views.

Development Potential and Existing Planning Permission
The property has outline planning permission for two houses with access from the main gate. There are possible further development opportunities on the land and the area has received several favorable planning decisions of late. The land to the right of the driveway is ripe for development subject to the necessary planning permission.


Services
Oil Fired Central Heating
Well water




Reference - CS0819
Robert Ganly/Roseanne De Vere-Hunt




Directions
From Dublin C take the N7(Naas Road) out of Dublin. Continue and take Exit 5 (Castlewarden/Athgoe/Steelstown). On taking that slip road continue to the roundabout and take a left over the flyover. At the second roundabout take the first exit for Castlewarden. Continue and take the first right signposted for Castlewarden. Continue for 0.7miles and the property is on your right, °Whistle Down will be on the red brick entrance gates.




 


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