The Castle Country House, Two Mile Borris

The Castle Country House is an impressive and versatile country residence set on approximately 8.73 hectares (21.56 acres), combining manicured gardens, traditional outbuildings and productive lands. The property offers an ideal opportunity as a superb primary residence, while also holding strong potential for a range of commercial or lifestyle uses.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Impressive 8-bedroom residence, all bedrooms benefitting from ensuite bathrooms

• Substantial period property set within a mature and private countryside setting

• Historic tower on the grounds dating from the 15th–17th century, enhancing the property’s heritage and character

• Internal plant room with boiler, commercial-sized water tank, and solar panel system (6 panels) supporting hot water

• Elegant reception rooms with period features including cornicing, coving, and marble fireplaces

• Wood-burning stove with marble surround and provision for back boiler

• Mixture of triple-glazed (road-facing) and double-glazed windows throughout

• Substantial country residence set on approx. 8.73 hectares (21.56 acres)

• Versatile lands comprising three grazing fields and a large cultivated field

• Well-equipped farmyard with 7-bay barn, large lean-to, and additional 3-bay barn

• Prime location within walking distance of TwoMileBorris and just 5.6 km from Thurles

• Convenient access to the M8 motorway, connecting Dublin, Cork, and Limerick

The Castle Country House is a distinguished and elegant period residence set within a mature and private countryside setting on approx. 8.73 hectares (21.56 acres), offering exceptional character and scale throughout. Extending to a generous eight bedrooms, all of which are ensuite, the property provides superbly versatile accommodation ideally suited to a range of uses, from a substantial private residence to a boutique hospitality opportunity. The home successfully blends historic charm with modern conveniences, further enhanced by the presence of a striking historic tower on the grounds, believed to date from the 15th to 17th century, which adds a unique sense of heritage and architectural interest to the setting.

You are first welcomed by an impressive entrance vestibule, where beautiful stained-glass French doors and elegant checkered tiled flooring set the tone for the home.

At the heart of the home lies a beautifully appointed, south-facing kitchen designed with both practicality and style in mind. This space features marble countertops, custom-fitted cabinetry, marble-tiled flooring and recessed spot lighting, while underfloor heating ensures year-round comfort. A notable feature is the kitchen sink, which is connected to the mains water supply and serves as a reliable backup, with the remainder of the property serviced by well water. A spiral staircase rises from the kitchen to the first floor, providing both convenience and an attractive architectural focal point. Adjacent to the kitchen, the walk-in pantry offers ample space for white goods and incorporates a filtration system for the well water supply. This area also benefits from custom-fitted shelving.

The principal reception rooms are well-proportioned and rich in period detail. The main living room is a warm and inviting space featuring carpet flooring and a wood-burning stove set within a marble surround, complemented by decorative cornice and coving. A connection pipe remains in place, allowing for the potential reinstatement of a back boiler if desired. The dining room is bright and elegant, benefiting from dual-aspect windows that allow natural light to flood the space and features underfloor heating alongside a striking open fireplace with a Kilkenny marble surround, original shutters and intricate coving and cornice detailing. The sitting room overlooks the front garden and enjoys bow-fronted windows, carpet flooring and an open fireplace with marble surround, with radiators providing additional heating.

A spacious games room, forming part of an extension constructed in the early 2000s, provides excellent additional living and entertaining space. This room features underfloor heating and decorative coving, enhancing both comfort and style. Located across the hall from the games room is a second dining room, complete with a bow-fronted window overlooking the front gardens, creating a bright and elegant space ideal for both everyday use and formal entertaining. The extension also incorporates a ground-floor bedroom currently used as a home office, adding flexibility to the accommodation.

An internal plant room is located on the ground floor, housing the boiler along with a commercial-sized water tank. This area also contains the system for the property’s solar panel installation, comprising six panels which contribute towards augmenting the hot water supply, enhancing overall energy efficiency.

Upstairs comprises eight well-proportioned bedrooms, all of which are en suite, with each room fitted with radiators. A family bathroom is also located on this floor, providing additional convenience. There is also access to a substantial loft space extending to approximately 66 sq.m, offering excellent potential for storage or further use.

Throughout the property, windows facing the road are triple-glazed for enhanced insulation and soundproofing, while the remaining windows are double-glazed. A combination of underfloor heating and traditional radiators ensures efficient and comfortable heating across the home, while original features such as marble fireplaces, cornicing and coving preserve the property’s timeless character.

GARDENS & GROUNDS

The historic tower located within the grounds of The Castle Country House is a striking and significant structure, believed to date from the 15th to mid-17th century, a period during which such tower houses were built as fortified residences for Gaelic and Old English families. Originally designed as defensive strongholds, these buildings combined security with domestic living, typically rising several storeys in height with thick stone walls, narrow windows, and features such as spiral staircases and guarded entrance points. Historical records indicate the presence of a castle at this location as early as the mid-17th century, with references in the Civil Survey of 1654–1656. The tower at Two-Mile Borris is further recognised as a protected structure, described as a fine example of a post-medieval tower house built to full height. Today, it remains an enduring symbol of the property’s rich heritage, providing a unique and atmospheric backdrop that greatly enhances the residence's character and setting.

The gardens and grounds at The Castle Country House are exceptionally well laid out, offering privacy, functionality, and multiple access points throughout the holding. There are three entrances from the main road serving the residence, along with a further three gated entrances along the N75 providing excellent access to the agricultural lands. A right of way owned by the vendor also leads via a slip road into one of the grazing fields.

To the front, manicured lawns are bordered by mature trees and established hedging, with the Black River flowing through this section, enhancing the natural setting. A patio area to the side of the house provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

To the rear are two traditional outbuildings currently used for storage, a small garage and a converted stable building extending to approximately 136 sq. m., with wood storage at ground level and a workshop overhead, complete with electricity.

The farmyard is particularly well equipped and designed with practicality in mind, comprising a substantial 7-bay barn complete with adjoining lean-tos, providing extensive covered areas suitable for livestock housing, machinery storage, or general agricultural use. An additional 3-bay barn further enhances the storage capacity and flexibility of the yard, making it ideal for a range of farming operations. A decommissioned, filled-in slurry pit, together with the remnants of a former milking parlour, reflects the property’s established agricultural heritage and its suitability for continued or alternative agricultural enterprises.

The lands are thoughtfully laid out and highly versatile, comprising three well-defined grazing fields, each easily accessible and suitable for livestock. In addition, there is a large, well-maintained cultivated field currently in tillage, offering excellent potential for continued agricultural use or diversification. The overall layout and quality of the lands make the property well-suited to a variety of farming, equestrian, or lifestyle pursuits.

LOCATION

The Castle Country House enjoys a superb location, combining the tranquillity of a countryside setting with outstanding convenience. Situated within walking distance of TwoMileBorris village, the property benefits from a charming local community atmosphere, while the bustling town of Thurles is just approximately 5.6 km away. Thurles offers an excellent range of amenities including primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and a wide variety of sporting facilities, making it an ideal base for family living.

The property is particularly well positioned for commuters, located just a few minutes’ drive from the M8 motorway, which provides direct and efficient access to both Dublin and Cork City. The historic town of Cashel, with its renowned Rock of Cashel and vibrant tourism offering, is approximately 25 km away, while Limerick City is within comfortable reach at approximately 84 km, offering further employment, retail, and educational opportunities.

For those travelling further afield, Cork Airport is approximately 124 km away, ensuring convenient national and international connectivity. Overall, The Castle Country House offers the perfect balance of rural charm and accessibility, making it an exceptionally well-located property for a wide range of buyers.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

SERVICES | Mains electricity, Wi-fi operated Zoned heating system with + 3-Phase electricity onsite, integrated fire alarm system, integrated intruder alarm and electric gates, oil-fired central heating system, well water (kitchen sink connected to mains water), mains sewerage, fibre broadband.

SALE METHOD | Private Treaty.

TENURE & POSSESSION | The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession being given at the closing of sale.

VIEWING | Strictly By Private Appointment