171a & 171b Clay Road,

Features

• An exceptional opportunity to own a historic country home set in beautiful grounds
• 171a -The Gate Houses, linked by stone arch
• 171b - The Loft Studio and Coach Houses
• Main residence, The Gate House, recently extended and renovated to a superb standard
• Charming original features throughout to include stone walls and beamed, vaulted ceilings
• The second Gate House is currently used as a large office complete with kitchen and shower room - ideal for those in need of a space to work from home or as accomodation for family and guests
• The Loft Studio is presented to the market fully furnished and with its own access from the road
• Further development opportunities for conversion of outbuildings to additional accommodation
• Planning permission passed for conversion of the stables below The Loft Studio to an apartment
• Beautifully maintained grounds which feature a summer house, pond, small paddocks, greenhouse and chicken runs
• Tranquil setting in rolling drumlins near Strangford Lough, ideal for those interested in equestrian pursuits, sailing, or who enjoy countryside walks
• Garaging and two stables in Coach House, with boot/tack room and utility room
• Neighbouring villages of Crossgar, Killinchy and Killyleagh offer a variety of restaurants, shops and schools
• Nearest grocery store - 6 mins
• Belfast - 30 mins
• Delamont Country Park - 13 mins
• Yacht clubs - 10 mins.

We are delighted to present to the market 171a&b Clay Road. Properties of this specification rarely come on to the market, and rarer still in such exceptional order.
Consisting of 171a: The Gate Houses, and 171b:The Loft Studio and Coach Houses, the estate dates back to 1709 and has grown and adapted over the centuries in the beautiful landscape of County Down.
The current owners have only recently made the Gate House their home, having completed extensive renovations and extended the property, with no expense spared. They have succeeded in creating a striking home, incorporating the rustic charm of original stone walls and beamed ceilings with luxurious modern finishes. The second Gate House, adjoined by the gateway arch, provides further accommodation. Currently divided into a large home office space on the first floor with a kitchen, shower room and two rooms on the ground floor, the property is ideal for those in need of space to run a home business or work remotely. Alternatively, it could of course be used as further accommodation for family members or guests.
Across the courtyard at 171b, The Loft Studio is presented to the market fully furnished. Having had various uses over the years, from chicken loft to art studio to guest accommodation, it contains a further two bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and living room. Below, full planning permission has been passed to convert the present stables and stores into living accommodation.
The Coach Houses complete this impressive quartet. Currently comprising a garage, two stables, boot/tack room and utility room, the building could also be converted to provide further accommodation (subject to necessary approvals).
The surrounding grounds have been immaculately cared for and include a formal pond, summer house with deck, greenhouse, a variety of fruit trees and topiarised shrubs, chicken coops and two small paddocks. All nestled between rolling drumlins, and close to Strangford Lough, it truly is hard to picture a more idyllic setting. Belfast is just a 30 minute drive away for those commuting, and the neighbouring villages of Killyleagh, Killinchy and Crossgar offer a range of amenities and activities to include award winning restaurants, shops and excellent schools.

171a The Gate Houses

The Gate House

Ground Floor

KITCHEN:

6.4m x 4.4m (20' 12" x 14' 5")
Bespoke fitted kitchen in cream and duck egg blue, open plan to dining area. Low level units and open shelving, solid wood worktops, oil fired double oven AGA and separate double oven Stoves cooker with 4 ring gas hob, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, coffee station with stainless steel sink unit and drainer. Roof lantern, double glazed sliding sash windows, some with fluted glass panes. Ceramic tiled floor and tiled backsplash.

CLOAKROOM:

Door to garden

LIVING ROOM:

5.1m x 5.m (16' 9" x 16' 5")
Whitewashed stone walls and exposed timber flooring. Wood panelled walls with picture lights. Woodburning stove with beamed pitch pine mantle. Feature double height vaulted beamed ceiling. Stairs leading to minstrel gallery.

BEDROOM (1):

4.4m x 4.m (14' 5" x 13' 1")
Tongue and groove beamed ceiling. Painted timber flooring.

ENSUITE DRESSING ROOM:

2.7m x 2.m (8' 10" x 6' 7")
Smart Japanese toilet and wash hand basin with vanity unit. Range of open shelving and hanging rails. Tiled and wood panelled walls, painted timber flooring.

First Floor

MINSTREL GALLERY:

Decorative staircase. Wood panelled walls.

BEDROOM (2):

4.1m x 2.5m (13' 5" x 8' 2")
Currently used as a study. Stone walls, beamed ceiling, exposed timber flooring and sash windows.

BATHROOM:

Freestanding roll top bath with antique style mixer taps and Mira Azora built in shower. Low flush WC and bidet, vanity unit with wash hand basin. Heated towel rail. Exposed timber flooring, beamed ceiling and stone walls.

The Second Gate House

First Floor

RECEPTION HALL:

Stairs to ground floor

HOME OFFICE:

4.8m x 4.4m (15' 9" x 14' 5")
Exposed timber flooring and feature vaulted beamed ceiling

SITTING ROOM:

4.8m x 3.m (15' 9" x 9' 10")
Exposed timber flooring and feature vaulted ceiling

STUDY:

4.7m x 3.1m (15' 5" x 10' 2")

Ground Floor

KITCHEN:

4.8m x 4.m (15' 9" x 13' 1")
Fully fitted kitchen with range of high and low level units, laminate worktops, built in oven and 4 ring ceramic hob. Built in storage cupboards and understairs storage. Ceramic tiled floors and tongue and groove panelled walls.

INNER HALLWAY:

Belfast sink unit

CLOAKROOM:

Wood panelled walls.

WC:

Low flush wc and wash hand basin.

BEDROOM (1):

2.8m x 2.1m (9' 2" x 6' 11")

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM:

Built in shower cubicle with Mira Sport shower, pedestal wash hand basin

BEDROOM (2):

4.7m x 2.5m (15' 5" x 8' 2")
Currently used as a library. Built in bookcases

171b The Loft Studio

Presented to the market fully furnished

Ground Floor

SUN ROOM:

Double glazed sun room with ceramic tiled floor

LIVING ROOM:

4.m x 4.m (13' 1" x 13' 1")
Exposed timber flooring. Wood burning stove with slate hearth. Beamed vaulted ceiling. Open plan to...

KITCHEN:

3.7m x 1.5m (12' 2" x 4' 11")
Fitted solid wood kitchen with range of high and low level units, solid woodblock worktops, Belfast sink, built in oven and 4 ring ceramic hob with canopy extractor hood. Washing machine. Fridge freezer and dishwasher.

BEDROOM (1):

3.5m x 2.3m (11' 6" x 7' 7")
Exposed timber flooring, beamed vaulted ceilings.

BEDROOM (2):

2.8m x 2.4m (9' 2" x 7' 10")
Exposed timber flooring, beamed vaulted ceilings.

BATHROOM:

Tongue and groove panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer taps, Mira Sport shower over bath, part tiled walls and exposed timber flooring

Lower Level

Planning approved for conversion of stores and stables to an apartment. Plans available on request.

The Coach Houses

Ground Floor

GARAGE AND STABLES:

Suitable for conversion to additional accommodation - subject to planning.

BOOT/TACK ROOM:

Stainless steel single sink unit and drainer. Open shelving and built in cloaks storage. Ceramic tile floor

UTILITY ROOM:

Plumbed for washing machine, stainless steel sink unit, open shelving. Ceramic tiled floors

Outside

Expansive, beautifully planted gardens in lawns and flowerbeds. Variety of fruit trees and shrubs. Pebbled drive and courtyard. Summer house with
decking area and formal pond. Raised vegetable beds and chicken runs. Greenhouse. Separate access to the rear of The Loft Studio.

Directions

Travelling out of Balloo towards Killyleagh, turn right onto Derryboy Road and continue for 1.2 miles. Turn left onto Clay Road. No.171a and b will be on the left handside after 0.7 miles, enter through the archway.