Description
Set on 55 acres just five minutes from Enniscrone Beach: Owenerragh, House & Pavillion is a magnificent estate offering unparalleled privacy, luxury, and grandeur. A stately tree-lined drive, accessed through double electric gates, sets the tone as it leads you to the concealed heart of the property. As you approach, the first striking feature is the secondary Palladian-style residence, standing tall and commanding, followed by the breathtaking main house.
The main residence boasts three elegantly appointed bedrooms and is a masterclass in both sophistication and comfort. Upon entry, a grand atrium with a sweeping staircase and soaring 7-foot-high ceilings welcomes you, while the rest of the home features 3-meter-high ceilings, enhancing the sense of space and light. Its southeast orientation bathes the well-proportioned rooms in natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.
The house exudes character and refined craftsmanship, from the classic sash windows and limestone window sills to the copper gutters and downpipes. Inside, opulent details abound, including black-and-gold marble feature fireplaces, a stunning mahogany staircase, oak flooring, underfloor heating, and cast-iron period-style radiators. All of the rooms are dual-aspect, maximising light and offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The grand reception room, accented with limestone columns, features several sets of double doors that open to the gardens, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living, perfect for entertaining.
The dining room, with its vaulted ceiling, overlooks the meticulously landscaped rear garden. A ‘secret’ door connects this space to the kitchen, making it ideal for hosting formal dinners or intimate gatherings. The kitchen itself is a country-style masterpiece, boasting marble countertops, a Belfast sinks, high-end appliances, and a hardwood-burning stove. A spacious boot room, complete with ample storage, provides practicality.
Upstairs, a large front lounge with a vaulted ceiling and coving overlooks the rose garden, the surrounding woodland and the distant Ox Mountains. The southeast-facing picture window floods the space with natural light, making it a perfect retreat to unwind.
This level houses three well-appointed bedrooms. The first bedroom offers dual-aspect views of the gardens and includes a walk-in wardrobe. The second, also dual-aspect, provides serene countryside views. These two bedrooms share a beautifully designed family bathroom, featuring marble tiles and a luxurious rain shower. The master suite, facing southwest, boasts a walk-in wardrobe and a stunning en-suite bathroom with a cast iron roll-top bath, mosaic tiles, and elegant brass fixtures. A spiral staircase leads to the expansive attic, presenting endless possibilities.
The exterior is as impressive as the interior, with ivy gracefully cascading down the front façade. A carefully maintained rose garden of old French types and a horse sand arena make this estate ideal for equestrian or garden enthusiasts . The entire property, including its 55 acres, is equipped with a state-of-the-art security system and is continuously monitored to ensure peace of mind.
The impressive Palladian-style secondary residence, built to the same exacting standards as the primary home. This versatile building offers two spacious double bedrooms on the second floor, making it perfect for guest accommodation, a rental opportunity, or an entertainment space. Key features of this secondary residence include towering 4.3-meter-high ceilings, herringbone parquet flooring, a stunning marble fireplace, an open-plan living area measuring 9 meters by 7.5 meters, and 3-meter-tall south-facing windows. A solid staircase with handcrafted steel handrails adds to the sense of grandeur, while beautifully finished bedrooms with custom window shutters and high-quality bathrooms complete this exceptional home.
