16 The Oakwood, Killeen Castle, Dunsany, Co Meath, C15 X83K | Property for sale | Savills
1,064.02 sq m
Guide price €1,950,000

16 The OakwoodKilleen Castle, Dunsany, Co Meath, C15 X83K

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in November 2022
  • Indoor swimming pool and spa area
  • Open plan living spaces
  • Beautifully finished kitchen / dining room
  • About 1 acre

A Unique Residence with indoor pool situated in the Killeen Castle Estate

About this property

  • The Plunkett is a most impressive residence with lavish accommodation set in private landscaped grounds on the Killeen Castle Estate. It is an exceptionally well designed and finished home situated in a tranquil idyllic estate close to excellent amenities and transport links.

    Set within the private estate, an internal estate road leads up to secure electric gates which open onto a private road leading to the house.

    Spread over three primary floors, The Plunkett has been thoughtfully designed and built to the most exacting standards, incorporating spacious light-filled and interconnected reception areas. All reception rooms feature picture windows looking over either the lovely gardens or the golf course or both. This beautiful home has an impressive range of features to provide a most exceptional and comfortable family home.

    The entrance foyer opens into a magnificent reception hall with roof-lit double height hallway with a glazed bridge balcony, vaulted ceilings and an impressive, raised fireplace. The fireplace is flanked on either side by doors leading to a large living room.

    A glass panelled wall with double glass panelled doors leads to a beautifully appointed double height dining area with floor to ceilings windows overlooking the gardens. There is a cosy lounge area off the dining space.

    Smoked glass panelled sliding doors connect the dining room area to the cinema room which also has a separate door connecting to the kitchen. The study/office area is situated to the front of the house providing an ideal work from home space.

    The Plunkett is situated on the north-eastern side of the Killeen Castle Estate at one of the highest points of the estate thus providing spectacular views over the estate and surrounding countryside. It is bound to the rear by Killeen Castle Golf Course, approached through electric gates leading to a sweeping driveway with ample parking and a spacious integral garage.

    A split level sun terrace opens directly off the terrace which is perfect for relaxing. The manicured gardens have been beautifully landscaped. In all, the grounds extend to about 0.4 hectare / 1 acre.
    hectare/1 acre.

    The kitchen / breakfast room is thoughtfully laid out with a wide range of fitted wall and floor units and high quality electrical appliances in the working area. This area is cleverly separated from the dining area by a large island unit and a breakfast bar. Floor to ceiling glazing wraps around the dining area to provide excellent natural light and great garden views. A guest w.c., utility room and large double garage complete the ground floor accommodation.

    On the first floor the master bedroom suite includes a walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bathtub. This room also features a wraparound balcony with access from the bedroom and en-suite. There are further four bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and ample wardrobe and storage space.

    A staircase from the first floor leads to a spacious attic – an ideal space for a large variety of uses. The leisure suite is situated at basement level. Accessed via a staircase from the entrance hall the suite includes a 9.5 metre swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, steam room and spacious ladies & gents private changing/dressing rooms. There is also a temperature controlled wine cellar and plant room at this level. There is underfloor heating throughout all tiled floor areas.

    The accommodation extends in total to approximately 1,064 sq. m / 11,450 sq. ft. Please refer to the floorplans for a full layout.

    BER Details - BER B3 - BER No.105379739

Local information

  • Killeen Castle, Dunsany is located in the heart of the Royal County of Meath, home to renowned attractions such as the Hill of Tara and the megalithic burial tombs of Newgrange (Brú na Bóinne World Heritage Site) and the largest Norman stronghold in Ireland, Trim Castle.
  • The area is well serviced with a range of amenities. Dunshaughlin (7 km), Trim (16.5 km), Dunboyne (21 km) and Navan (19 km) are all bustling neighbouring towns just all a short drive away. They have an abundance of quality primary and secondary schools, restaurants, hotels, pubs and a variety of boutiques and retail stores. Private schooling is available in nearby Castleknock College and Mount Sackville with both schools being serviced by buses from Dunshaughlin.
  • County Meath has a proud sporting history and offers a huge array of quality sporting and recreational activities. The golf enthusiast is well catered for with the famous Jack Nicklaus designed golf course at Killeen Castle (Solheim Cup Host 2011) bordering the property. Nearby golf courses also include Royal Tara Golf Club, Black Bush Golf Club, Knightsbrook Golf Club and Carton House Golf Club, home to the GUI Headquarters and the 2013 Irish Open.
  • Racegoers are well catered for with Fairyhouse Racecourse (15 km) and Navan Racecourse (20 km) nearby. Both of these courses are renowned and host a multitude of events throughout the year.
  • Combined with offering all the enjoyment of country living, it is an extremely accessible location with good transport links from Killeen Castle to the M50 (27.5 km) and Dublin Airport (35 km), M3 (8 km) and the M1 (37 km). A park and ride train service is also available from the M3 Parkway (18.5 km) serving Dublin City hourly from early morning to late night. There is also a regular bus service to Dublin from Dunsany village (4 km).

Additional information

  • Viewing Strictly by appointment with the joint selling agents Loman Dempsey Property Consultants & Savills Country.
  • Fixtures & Fittings With the exception of a small number of personal items the property is being offered for sale fully furnished. At the appropriate time, interested parties will be provided with a list of only those items which will be removed from the property.
  • Services & Technology GFCH (Gas fired central heating), underfloor heating, mechanical ventilation heat recovery system, central vacuum, security and fire alarm system, automatic heating control panel, home cinema surround sound wiring to main living areas, CCTV system, controlled lighting system, audio system. Please be advised that the selling agents have not checked the services and any purchaser should satisfy themselves with the availability and adequacy of all services.
  • Entry & Possession Entry is by agreement with vacant possession.
  • Offers Offers may be submitted to the joint selling agents Loman Dempsey Property Consultants & Savills Country.
  • Wayleaves and Rights of Access The property will be sold with the benefit of all existing wayleave rights, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private. The purchaser will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of all such rights and others.
  • Should there be any discrepancy between these particulars, the General Remarks and Information, Stipulations and the Contract of Sale, the latter shall prevail.
  • Brochure prepared and photographs taken in September 2022.
  • Directions: Eircode - C15 X83K