Rockfield House, Moysnaght, Clontibret, H18XV22

SALES PARTICULARS

Rockfield House

Moysnaght, Clontibret, County Monaghan, H18 XV22

For Sale by Private Treaty

A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A SUBSTANTIAL 62-ACRE RESIDENTIAL FARM

Guide Price: €950,000

INTRODUCTION

John Beattie of Beattie Real Estate is delighted to present to the market Rockfield House, an impressive 62-acre residential farm holding situated in the heart of the Clontibret countryside, County Monaghan.

This exceptional property comprises a substantial four-bedroom detached dwelling, a range of agricultural outbuildings, and approximately 25.10 hectares (62 acres) of agricultural lands laid out in pasture. The holding enjoys a convenient location with excellent road frontage and offers immense potential for a variety of agricultural, equestrian, or amenity uses (subject to the relevant planning permissions).

Offered for sale by Private Treaty, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a sizeable landholding with a sound, dry dwelling in a central location in County Monaghan.

The property is in vacant possession and has not been occupied for over two years, which may lead to possible valuable renovation grants (subject to successful application). Please note this is not a condition of sale, merely an observation for purchasers to investigate.

LOCATION

Rockfield House is situated in the townland of Moysnaght, just outside the village of Clontibret, approximately 8 km from Castleblayney town and 10 km from Monaghan Town.

The location offers the perfect balance of rural tranquility and convenient access to local amenities:

Clontibret Village: 3 km – Local shops, primary school, church, and community facilities.Castleblayney: 8 km – Full range of retail, secondary schooling, healthcare, and leisure amenities including Lough Muckno.Monaghan Town: 10 km – Extensive shopping, retail parks, secondary schools, Monaghan Institute, Monaghan General Hospital, and excellent dining options.Dublin / Belfast: Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes via the N2 / M1 corridor.

The property enjoys excellent road connectivity, with the N2 (Dublin to Derry road) just a short drive away, providing ease of access for commuting or transport.

THE DWELLING – ROCKFIELD HOUSE

Rockfield House is a beautifully proportioned, four-bedroom detached two-storey dwelling of traditional old stone  construction, presented in good structural condition. While the property has been unoccupied for over two years, it remains sound and maintained. The property has the advantage of some nice period features, including door architraves, skirting, and a highly decorative staircase with spiral handrail worthy of mention.

BER : G

BER No: 119200269

Roof: slate roof in good order.Windows: PVC double-glazed windows throughout, with two timber windows retained in bathroom.Walls: Rendered wet peddle dash presenting well.Chimneys : brick chimneys

HOUSE DETAIL

Year of Construction: 1890

Type: Detached House

Total Floor Area : 185.67 Sq/M

ACCOMMODATION

Ground Floor:

Dimensions (approx)

Entrance Hall  7.00m x 2.20m

A welcoming entrance hall with and staircase to first floor.

Living / Dining Room  6.33m x 4.52m

A bright and spacious dual-aspect reception room with large windows overlooking front gardens rear yard. Feature  solid fuel stove Carpet to  flooring.

Sitting Room 6.33m x 4.43m

A cosy second reception room with windows to front and rear, and feature fireplace. Ideal as a family room or home office.

Kitchen 3.00m x 3.05m

Fitted with a range of shelving  and base units, stainless steel sink unit, plumbed with washing machine. Door to rear yard. 

Guest Toilet / Utility 3.04m x 1.14m

Walk in shower , WHB , WC

First Floor:

Dimensions (approx)

Landing 6.34m x 2.20m

Spacious landing area.

Bedroom 1   4.50m x 3.02m

Large double bedroom to front aspect.

Bedroom 2  4.44m x 3.08m

Double bedroom to front aspect.

Bedroom 3  4.46m x 3.11m

Double bedroom.

Bedroom 4  4.47m x 3.12m

Double bedroom.

Bathroom  4.20m x 3.01m

Comprising WC, wash hand basin, and electric shower over bath. Fully tiled walls and flooring. Hot press (insulated cylinder).

SERVICES – DWELLING

Heating: Oil-fired central heating throughout. Solid fuel stove to living room.Water: Connected to Group Water Scheme.Sewerage: Private septic tank (onsite).Electricity: Mains electricity connected and available.

THE LANDS – APPROX. 25.10 HECTARES (62 ACRES)

The lands at Rockfield House comprise approximately 25.10 hectares (62 acres) of agricultural land, laid out in a convenient and manageable block. The lands are gently undulating to sloping and used in recent years for agricultural grazing.

LAND QUALITY & CONDITION

Main Pasture: The majority is under good pasture with reasonable drainage, presently used for grazing.Boundaries: Some areas along boundaries contain natural rush growth, typical of this land type, which would benefit from ongoing maintenance.Soil Type: Suitable for both livestock grazing and silage/hay production.

ACCESS & ROAD FRONTAGE

The property benefits from excellent road frontage and access:

Main Access: Direct access onto the public roadway along the north-east boundary – this good road frontage offers potential for future agricultural enterprise access.Secondary Access: A private laneway (shared with the dwelling) provides access to the remainder of the lands to the rear.

BOUNDARIES

The lands are defined by mature natural hedgerow, post-and-rail fencing,. Hedgerows provide excellent shelter for livestock. Water is available via Group Water Scheme to the farm.

LAND LAYOUT

The lands are divided into a number of convenient paddocks/fields, with water supply available via the Group Water Scheme. The layout is suitable for a variety of agricultural enterprises or for those seeking a residential farm.

The lands are shown edged in red on the attached maps.

OUTBUILDINGS & FARM INFRASTRUCTURE

A range of agricultural outbuildings are located to the side of the dwelling, offering storage for livestock and handling facilities.

BUILDINGS INCLUDE:

Dry Store Shed: Large traditional-style shed, ideal for machinery or fodder storage. Corrugated roof, concrete floor.Calf Housing: calf house.Additional Small Sheds: Range of smaller sheds suitable for storage or shelter.Large Hay Barn: Substantial modern hay barn with good eaves height, ideal for silage, hay, or straw storage.

Note: The farm buildings will require maintenance. They have not been used significantly in recent years.

FARM INFRASTRUCTURE

Yard Area: Concrete yard area to front of dwelling, providing good handling and turning space.Fencing: some stock-proof fencing throughout, with post-and-rail to roadside boundaries.

FOLIOS & LAND PARCELS

The property is contained in 1 folios maps  ):

Folios: [MN 5653 ] 

Lands in the following parcels @ Moysnaght, Clontibret, Co. Monaghan:

Agricultural Land

Total: 25.10 Hectares / 62 Acres (approx.)

SERVICES & UTILITIES – FARM

Service

Details

Electricity

Mains electricity is available and connected to farm buildings.

Water Supply

Group Water Scheme.

Sewerage (House)

Private septic tank (onsite).

WHY BUY ROCKFIELD HOUSE?

This property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial residential farm holding in this part of County Monaghan. Key selling points include:

Substantial Landholding: Approx. 62 acres of agricultural land in a single block.Sound Dwelling: A four-bedroom house, structurally sound and ready for a new owner to refresh and modernise, while retaining many original features worth keeping.Excellent Location: Convenient to Clontibret, Castleblayney, and Monaghan Town, with easy N2/M1 access.Good Road Frontage: Excellent access and visibility from the public road.Range of Outbuildings: Extensive agricultural buildings suitable for various enterprises.

Competitive Guide Price: Priced at €950,000.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent:

John Beattie MIEI, MIPAV (CV), QFA
Beattie Real Estate
Main Street, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan, A75 X683

T: 087 693 1623 | 042 975 1551
E: [email protected]
W: www.btrealestate.ie

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASERS

Please note, as is normal with Beattie Real Estate, all bids must be accompanied with proof of funds by way of:

Bank statement, orLoan offer letter from a bank stating in writing that funds are available to cover any bid made.

John Beattie reserves the final say to accept a bid or not. The integrity of this sale will be protected for all genuine interested parties.

Note: The Legal Representative for this sale has given clear instruction that all enquiries should be directed to John Beattie directly, who will make all efforts to ensure information is provided promptly for all interested parties.

DISCLAIMER

Beattie Real Estate, for themselves and for the vendors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that:

These particulars are intended only as a general outline for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute any offer or contract, nor any part thereof.All descriptions, dimensions, areas, and other particulars are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them.All information is provided in good faith but should be verified with your solicitor taking his or her counsel before completion of contract.No person in the employment of Beattie Real Estate has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.All measurements are approximate and for guidance only.The services, systems, and appliances listed have not been tested by Beattie Real Estate and no warranty as to their condition or operating ability is implied.

PSRA Licence No: 001520

MAP & PHOTOGRAPHS

Folio Map: To follow from solicitorPhotographs: includedDrone Aerial Images: included

MAP & BOUNDARIES – IMPORTANT NOTICE

For Identification Purposes Only

The maps, satellite images, and boundary sketches contained within these sales particulars are provided for general guidance and discussion purposes only. They are intended to give an approximate indication of the property's layout and boundaries.

Please Note:

These maps and images are for identification purposes only and must not be relied upon as a precise depiction of boundaries, areas, or features.Interested parties must satisfy themselves as to the exact boundaries, extent, and location of the property by physical inspection and by reference to the official Land Registry folio maps.Ordnance Survey Ireland (OSi) mapping and satellite imagery may contain inaccuracies and should not be used for legal or boundary determination.All boundaries, fences, hedgerows, and features shown are indicative only.

Prospective purchasers are advised to verify all boundary details with their solicitor and by way of an onsite inspection prior to offering.