Castlefarm Stud
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Stud Farm
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Kildare, Narraghmore
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Description
CASTLEFARM STUD, NARRAGHMORE, Co.Kildare On c.100 Acres (39.84 Ha)
Castlefarm Stud is a substantial farm extending to approximately 100 acres (39.84 hectares) in one large block subdivided into approximately 20 well sheltered paddocks with post and rail fencing throughout, planted boundaries and hedgerows, water to each individual paddock and with an internal road network of circa 2km throughout the farm.
Every detail has been meticulously considered by the present owner to include full ‘keep safe’ fence throughout the boundaries of the farm in addition to full post and rail fence with an electric fence network, extensive planting (5,000 trees), re – seeding of all the land and underground drainage.
The division of the land and construction of the various buildings has been laid out to provide for easy management and accessibility for those working the farm. The limestone land is of the highest quality and is classified as ‘Fontstown Series’ under the soils map of County Kildare being suitable for arable or grazing purposes and with a reputation as the some of finest soils in the County.
LOCATION: Castlefarm Stud is situated south of Narraghmore Village in County Kildare approximately 5 miles south if Kilcullen and 8 miles south of Newbridge. This property is located in the heart of the thoroughbred industry amongst some of the finest land in the Country. The Irish National Stud, Kildangan Stud, Giltown Stud, Castlemartin Stud, Barronstown Stud amongst others are in the area. Castlefarm Stud provides the best in terms of shelter, quality, accessibility and privacy with views to the east of the Wicklow Mountains and to the south over the plains of Kildare.
The new section of the M9 Motorway due for completion in December 2009 will further improve travel times to the Dublin city, and its international airport.
The entire is within close proximity of Ireland’s top Race Courses, Top Veterinary Practices, Hunt Packs, Sales Complexes (20 mins Goffs), Schools and other major services and facilities.
Main Residence:
Approached via a gravelled beech lined avenue with recessed entrance the house comprises circa 4,300 sq,ft which is at final fix stage. The accommodation provides for kitchen, dining room, lounge, study, utility with four bedrooms (all en-suite), main bathroom. Outside there is an adjacent office of circa 500 sq.ft with plant room, 1 bedroom granny flat (kitchen, dining room & bathroom), games room and garage.
Gate Lodge:
There is a charming 1,500 sq.ft. cottage/gate lodge at the entrance to the farm. The entire is in good condition throughout with accommodation comprising: 2 bedrooms (1 ensuite), kitchen, utility, diningroom, livingroom and bathroom. There is upvc double glazing throughout and a Stanley cooker providing ideal accommodation for staff or guests.
Yard 1 – The Foaling Yard:
This yard is adjacent to the main house, laid out in a courtyard with 14 loose boxes including 4 foaling boxes, sitting up room, tack room, toilet facilities, canteen & vet / stocks room. All boxes have foal alarm sensors and wired for CCTV. There is also direct access to an all weather paddock.
Yard 2 - The Mare’s Yard:
American Barn with 10 boxes, stocks and a nursery paddock adjacent.
Yard 3 – The Yearling Yard:
American barn with 6 stables, with capacity for an additional 6/8, large hay shed, machinery shed with work shop, 6 unit automatic walker, 51’ lunging ring with roof and tarmac polytrack surface, 12 tonne feed silo with oat crusher, loading ramp, dung stead, wash bay, cattle pen (including crush), two all weather paddocks (fully floodlit) and two nursery paddocks.
SERVICES & FACILITIES:
Primary schools: Kilmead, Ballitore, Kilcullen, Newbridge & Kilashee
Secondary schools: Kilcullen, Newbridge College, Clongowes Wood & Kilkenny College
Sports: Golf at Rathsallagh, Kilkea Golf Club, rugby and other sports available in nearby Athy, Carlow, Newbridge or Naas. St. Lawrences GAA club nearby in addition to Athletics Club.
Hunting: Kildares, Carlow, South County.
The property is only 500 metres from the village of Narraghmore with shop, pub & post office provided.
TITLE:
Freehold
SOLICITOR:
O’Donnell Sweeney Solicitors, Earlsford Terrace, Dublin 2
SERVICES:
Septic tank drainage, mains water (with private water supply also), electricity, phone, oil fired central heating
DIRECTIONS:
From Kilcullen:
Proceed southbound on the N9 towards Castledermot. After travelling for circa 8kn there is a right hand turn signposted for St. Lawrence’s GAA Club, take that turn and proceed into the village of Narraghmore. Keep straight for circa 1km and property is on your right.
From Carlow:
Proceed northbound on the N9 towards Castledermot. After leaving Castldermot proceed for circa 14km there is a left turn signposted for St. Lawrence’s GAA Club, take that turn and proceed into the village of Narraghmore. Keep straight for circa 1km and property is on your right.
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Kildare |
CITY/TOWN
Narraghmore |
ADDRESS
Castlefarm Stud |