Swan into a Lodge in heart of Meath

The Mullagh area and its surrounds between Kilcock, Dunboyne, Drumree and Moynalvey is one of those parts of county Meath that is easy accessible yet hidden away from those who aren"t overly familiar with the high roads and by roads of the county. The rolling hills and pastures of the Meath countryside are untouched by major development in this area, where there are many studs and attractions such as Larch Hill, with its unique Arcadian gardens which were used as the location for TV drama 'Rough Diamond". And while it"s often difficult to find a really good looking, attractive house to buy, with so many properties requiring extensive renovations and makeovers, it becomes prohibitive to invest in a country house. However, with Swan Lodge at Mullagh, all that"s needed is to move family and furniture in. Swan Lodge, which extends to about 3,200 square feet (293.49 square metres), is accessed through electric gates, and driving up the avenue, the property unfolds to a very impressive two storey cut stone family home. Large double doors give access to a classic-style black and white tiled hallway with high ceilings, gallery and fireplace. Accommodation also includes a large drawing room with feature marble fireplace, double doors to the dining room, with patio doors to west facing garden, a spacious and well laid out farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room that leads to the sun room with its pitched pine vaulted ceilings which, in turn, has patio doors to the rear garden. This floor also includes a large play room/family room/office with a broadband connection. Upstairs are five well-proportioned bedrooms, four doubles and one single. The master bedroom is exceptionally large with a great en-suite and walk in wardrobe, and an interconnecting door to the adjoining double bedroom which would be ideal as a nursery room. The architect, in designing this home, paid homage to natural light, which floods into the house, and there is an extensive use of double windows and patio doors to maximise on daylight. The clever installation of an attic window above the landing further enhances the brightness of the house. The location of Swan Lodge is ideal, equidistant from Dunboyne, Dunshaughlin and Kilcock, and it has convenient access to Dublin and the airport. It is situated in the heart of Meath with all sports facilities and equine establishments on the doorstep. According to Maureen Rafter of Sherry FitzGerald Sherry, Dunshaughlin: 'There isn"t a cent to be spent on this very glamorous property. It simply needs to be lived in and enjoyed.' For further details contact Sherry FitzGerald Sherry in Dunshaughlin on (01) 825 9452. The agents are asking €850,000.