Killenure Castle Dundrum, County Tipperary Ireland
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Killenure Castle
Dundrum, County Tipperary
Ireland
Viewing strictly by prior appointment
Killenure Castle
Dundrum, County Tipperary
Ireland
Dundrum 7 km. Cashel 8 km. Limerick 55 km. Shannon International Airport 70 km. Dublin 160 km.
(Distances approximate)
An historic property of much character comprising a fine 18th century
Georgian house and romantic 16th century castle ruin situated in a
delightful parkland setting
The property extends to some 8000 sq ft with the castle and courtyards
suitable for conversion to create a magnificent private residence or enable
a variety of commercial uses
Entrance Porch, Entrance Hall, Staircase Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room,
Kitchen, Utility and Cloaks.
Gallery Landing, Five Bedrooms, Three Bathrooms. Castle Tower with Bedroom and Office. Self contained East
Wing with Sitting Room, Kitchen, Utility, Offices, Four Bedrooms, Bathroom and substantial Meditation Room
(Ideal for conversion to apartment or additional bedrooms)
Dramatic Tower House Ruin and Bawn Wall (enclosed Paddock). Courtyard with ancient Sycamore centrepiece.
Art Studio, Music Studio. Six stables. Walled Garden. Two large barns. Tennis court. Walled paddock.
Gate Lodge (In need of renovation). Copse. Lands in pasture.
IN ALL ABOUT 32.39 HECTARES (80 ACRES)
Lot 1: Killenure Castle with c. 6.48ha (16 acres)
Lot 2: Agricultural land in pasture c 25.91 ha (64 acres)
FOR SALE FREEHOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY IN ONE OR MORE LOTS
consents, making the property suitable for either a spectacular private residence or a variety of
commercial uses.
The house, flanked by mature trees, is set in parkland with a long tarmac drive guarded by single storey
Gate Lodge, in need of renovation, ensuring a high degree of seclusion and privacy. The rear courtyard,
centered around an ancient fern-clad sycamore, includes two studios and six stables with walled paddock
and garden off. There is a wood adjacent to the castle and some 32 hectares of organic land in pasture.
COUNTY TIPPERARY
Killenure Castle is well located in the heart of the Golden Vale and within easy reach of Limerick,
Waterford, Cork and Dublin. New road infrastructure in the region has led to a significant improvement
in travel times especially to Dublin and Cork with the Capital reachable within 2 hours, Limerick
reachable within 45 minutes and Shannon Airport within 60 minutes. Shannon provides an extensive
internal, UK, European and trans-Atlantic service. There are main line rail stations at Limerick Junction
(8 km) and Thurles (10 km) with direct connections to Dublin (90 mins) and Cork (70 mins) with
hourly service in both directions.
Killenure Castle lies within an area of outstanding sporting and recreational facilities with Tipperary
considered to be the equestrian heart of Ireland. Racing is at Tipperary, Gowran, Clonmel and Limerick,
whilst there is an extensive point-to-point calendar locally. The property lies within the Tipperary Hunt
country and is adjacent to the Scarteen, with the Limerick and Golden Vale within easy boxing distance.
Golf is well catered for with several fine courses locally at Dundrum House, Ballykisteen, Thurles and
KILLENURE CASTLE
Tipperary all within 15 minutes drive. Excellent local fishing on the River Suir, renowned for its trout
Killenure Castle is a remarkable and historic property of immense character set in mature parkland.
and salmon. Hill walking is available in the nearby Silvermine and Galtee Mountains. The County
Located in the tranquil and rich grazing lands of the Golden Vale, a rural and unspoiled part of
Tipperary Golf & Country Club at the Dundrum House Hotel (3km) includes spa, leisure centre and
Tipperary noted for its top class studs and prime pasture, the property is close to historic Cashel of the
restaurant whilst there are further excellent restaurants in Cashel.
Kings and the main Dublin-Cork road axis.
ACCOMMODATION
The surrounding countryside contains renowned antiquities including the magnificent Rock of Cashel
Entrance Porch
and Cahir Castle together with many ruined priories and abbeys. The area around Killenure was at the
heart of the powerful O’Dwyer lands and the clan erected the large tower house castle here in the late Entrance Hall About 4.60 m x 4.60 m
16th century. This last stronghold, with its unusual four rounded towers (one tower is still fully Solid wood double doors with fanlight over with original door shutters and bar holes. Glazed double
operational with three habitable rooms) was burnt by Cromwell’s forces in the mid 1600’s. Passing into inner doors. Large feature fireplace with ornate carved wood chimneypiece. Ceiling cornice. Timber
the hands of the Cooper family, who lived here for six generations from 1746 until the 1960’s, the house floor.
underwent major alteration and extension in the 1800’s. The original thatched 17th century house was
enlarged and extended to link the house to the well-preserved castle ruins. Staircase Hall About 6.40 m x 5.47 m
A fine size secondary hall with sweeping staircase rising to gallery landing and doors off to principal
The well-proportioned principal rooms, include two halls, three reception rooms, five bedrooms and reception rooms. Ceiling coving. Timber floor. Door to Cellar. Cloakroom off with quarry tile floor.
three bathrooms, are light and spacious with large sash windows and high ceilings. Ancillary Vanity wash hand basin with marble surround and WC.
accommodation located in the East Wing and Castle tower includes a further six bedrooms, living rooms
and meditation room. The floor area of the property extends to over 8000 sq ft. with 10 existing Interconnecting double Reception comprises :
bedrooms with the castle and courtyard buildings suitable for conversion, subject to the necessary
Drawing Room (S&E) About 7.32 m x 4.73 m Castle Tower Middle Floor - Study
A bright double aspect room with three sash windows. Open fireplace with marble chimneypiece and Spiral stairs to top floor.
flagstone hearth. Wall light points. Timber floor. Ceiling cornice. Double folding doors open to
Castle Tower Top Floor - Bedroom 6
Dining Room (E) About 7.32 m x 4.73 m Storage heater. Gothic arched window into Castle
A bright room with two sash windows. Open fireplace with marble chimneypiece and cast iron insert.
Timber floor. Ceiling cornice. Delph cupboard. Door to East Wing. EAST WING
This wing of the house can be operated as a fully self-contained four-bedroom dwelling with sitting room
Sitting Room (S&N) About 5.19 m x 4.60 m and kitchen.
Timber floor. Open fireplace with timber surround and marble and brass insert. Two sash windows. Accessed from main Staircase Hall and first floor landing.
Ceiling cornice. Door to Cloakroom.
Hall
Kitchen (S&N) About 5.19 m x 4.60 m Flagstone floor. Vaulted and panelled timber ceiling. Exposed stone walls. Stairs to first floor. Door to
A double aspect room of much character with two sash windows and shutters, four-oven Aga cooker and courtyard. Freezer Room off.
range of storage cupboards and drawers. Black marble work surfaces over. Traditional dresser with built
in double bowl sink unit and plumbed for dishwasher under. Ceiling coving. Cork tile floor. Door to Utility Room
Quarry tile floor. Stainless steel sink unit. Plumbed for washing machine. WC.
Castle Hall (Pantry) with curved timber stairwell to Tower upper floors, each with one room. Door to
rear courtyard Secondary Kitchen About 5.18 m x 4.57 m
Flagstone floor. Door off to Pantry.
FIRST FLOOR
Gallery Landing A bright and spacious landing. Ceiling cornice. Airing cupboard Original Kitchen/Staff Quarters About 6.09 m x 4.57 m
(Entertainment Room). Quarry tile floor. Morso solid fuel burner. Ceiling spotlights.
Master Bedroom (S&E) About 5.19 m x 4.60 m
A fine bright double aspect room with three sash windows and ceiling cornice. Office with flagstone floor.
En suite Bathroom 1 About 4.60 m x 2.75 m Comprising Stores
Victorian bath, vanity wash hand basin and WC. Fitted mirror fronted cupboards.
First Floor
Guest Bedroom 2 (E) About 5.19 m x 4.60 m Study
Adjacent Bathroom 2 With Victorian iron bath, wash hand basin and WC. Bedroom 1 About 3.66 m x 3.66 m
Bedroom 3 (S) About 6.10 m x 4.88 m Bedroom 2 About 3.66 m x 2.75 m
Bedroom 4 (S) About 5.19 m x 4.60 m Bathroom
Bedroom 5 (S) About 4.60 m x 4.60 m Bedroom 3 About 6.71 m x 4.57 m
Door to Castle Tower.
Bedroom 4 About 4.27 m x 3.66 m
En Suite Bathroom 3
Aqualisa electric shower. Wash hand basin. WC. Hot press.
CASTLE RUIN
With ancient yew and one tower still habitable. Some early glass still remains in the windows. It would
be possible to restore the castle to create a magnificent trophy property on three floors, subject to
obtaining the necessary consents.
GATE LODGE
The single storey four-roomed lodge guards the entrance to the property and is in need of renovation.
LANDS
The lands are laid out in nine main divisions with some 6.48 ha (16 acres) surrounding the house (Lot
1) and a further 25.91 ha (64 acres) located to the rear (Lot 2) with good secondary road access away
from the house. The lands are all in pasture. A modern Cattle Shed is located close to the access to Lot
2. There is also excellent road frontage to this lot.
GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Intruder Alarm.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other fixtures and fittings,
including all garden ornaments and statuary are expressly excluded.
Meditation Room About 19.50 m x 4.27 m
Readily converted to staff apartment or additional bedrooms. Exposed stone walls. Panelled vaulted
timber ceiling with exposed ceiling beams and spotlights
OUTSIDE
The house is approached by a long tarmac drive which, on reaching a cattle grid, divides into the gravel
forecourt with parking and on to the rear yards. To the front and side of the house there are lawns with
mature trees and shrubs including rhododendron and yews. A small copse flanks the castle. To the rear
of the castle and off the yard is the bawn (walled paddock) and further paddock with interesting stone
piers standing at its centre crowned with ivy – the remains of a centuries-old thatched barn. A walled
garden is also located adjacent to the yard together with a hard tennis court.
COURTYARD
The centrepiece of the stone under slate courtyard, which is located to the rear of the house, is a
magnificent ancient sycamore tree bedecked in ferns. The yard comprises a range of traditional
outbuildings some of which have been converted. These include Art Studio (8.22 m x 5.48 m) and
Framing Studio (7.31 m x 5.48 m) with vaulted and panelled timber ceiling, velux roof lights, storage
heaters and sink unit. The remaining buildings comprise six Stables, Workshop, Blacksmith’s forge
(Barbeque), Fuel Stores and Stone Barn opening onto rear paddock.
LOTTING
The vendors and their joint agents reserve the right to offer the property in lots other than those
described in these particulars.
TENURE AND POSSESSION
The property is offered for sale freehold by private treaty with vacant possession given upon completion.
WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY
The property is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, either public or
private, all wayleaves and easements whether specifically mentioned or not.
DIRECTIONS
From Dublin and Cork proceed to Cashel. In Cashel take the R505 road signed for Dundrum in the
middle of the town. Proceed for approx. 8 km and the property will be seen on the right just before
Knockavilla School. Please note that there are no sale boards erected at the property
IMPORTANT NOTICE
These particulars are for guidance only and are prepared in good faith to give a fair description of the
property but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Any description or information given should
not be relied on as a statement of fact or its services are in good condition. Neither Michael H. Daniels
& Co. nor William Montgomery, nor any of their employees has any authority to give or make any
representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property. Any areas, measurements or distances
PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES are approximate only. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a
These are based on the Ordnance Survey of Ireland and are for reference only. All measurements are
statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. Any
approximate only. They will be deemed to be checked by the purchaser who will have satisfied himself
intending purchaser must verify these matters.
as to the description of the property and any error or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle
either party to compensation in respect thereof.
SOLICITORS
Mr. Frank O’Reilly, Whitney Moore, Wilton Place, Dublin 2
+44 (0) 28 4278 8668 +44 (0) 207 4081400 022 46996
www.william-montgomery.com www.mayfairoffice.co.uk www.michaelhdaniels.com
Greyabbey Estate Office, Newtownards, 12 Lees Place, Mayfair, The Old Mill, Castletownroche,
Co Down BT22 2QA London, W1K 6LW Co. Cork, Ireland
william.montgomery@sothebys.com info@mayfairoffice.co.uk mhdanielsandco@eircom.netYou can also read
