The Manse, Cathedral St,

Outstanding Landmark Period residence within large private gardens in the Town Centre of Enniscorthy. The Manse is within walking distance of all Town services and comes to the market for the first time in its history. The property stands on an elevated site beside the Cathedral with exceptional views over the Town and Vinegar Hill.

The property which was designed by Thomas Slevin Architects was built in 1905. The Residence which has served as the Parochial House since its construction is in The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage and is described as " a detached four- or six-bay two-storey parochial house, built 1908-9; occupied 1911, on a rectangular plan including single-bay two-storey "tower" with single-bay single-storey flat-roofed advanced porch to ground floor; four-bay two-storey side elevations. Part refenestrated, ----. Set in landscaped grounds including terrace centred on flight of eight cut-granite steps."

The property has been maintained in good condition throughout and has an abundance of character. On entering, the feature staircase is illuminated by the large atrium above. The main living room has excellent proportions and is full of natural light due to its large feature windows maximising the picturesque views over Vinegar Hill. The ceiling heights are excellent throughout and the property has beautiful coving and cornices throughout.

Accommodation briefly comprises four reception rooms, kitchen, utility, laundry room, w.c., and stores to ground floor. Upstairs has six bedrooms and two bedroom suites and four bathrooms.

Outside there are four garages and some old outhouses. The property stands on a large site of C. 1.2 acres of gardens. It has the benefit of all mains services and oil fired central heating.

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a spectacular period property in the heart of Enniscorthy Town and just ninety minutes from Dublin Airport.

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