The Old Rectory, Termonfeckin, Co. Louth

The Old Rectory, Termonfeckin, Co. Louth for sale June 2025 courtesy Robert B. Daly and Sons Ltd

€1,350,000

4 Bed

4 Bath

Summary Experience the perfect blend of an elegant Georgian Residence together with a modern mews, standing on a beautiful 2.75-acre site in the glorious village of Termonfeckin. This is The Old Rectory in Termonfeckin, County Louth. The property encompasses 4 main features: The Main Georgian Residence The modern Mews Outbuildings of Office, kitchen and stores The grounds 2.75 acres – which are Residentially zoned and afford the possibilities of a number of houses. Situated in the heart of the village, and just 10 minutes from Drogheda Town, this property showcases a wealth of period features that evoke the essence of a former era. This property is located in the charming seaside village of Termonfeckin, a most attractive village, that has still retained its attractive old world character with nice streetscapes, with its natural beauty, fascinating history, and warm community spirit. For those seeking outdoor activities, Termonfeckin offers ample opportunities for golfing, walking, and cycling. The nearby golf courses in both Seapoint and Co. Louth (Baltray) are internationally recognised. The surrounding countryside offers trails for walkers and cyclists to explore, especially down to Seapoint Beach, just further along the coast to Clogherhead pier and walks. Accommodation Summary: Main House Ground Floor consisting of: Porch, Large Entrance Hall, Formal Sitting Room, Spacious Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, WC First Floor Consisting of: Main Bathroom, 4 no. Bedrooms (1 En-Suite), Store Basement level consisting of: Wet Room, Fuel Store, 4 Storage Rooms The Mews Ground Floor consisting of: Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Utility, 2 no. Bedrooms (2 En-Suite, 1 Walk-In Wardrobe) First Floor Consisting of: Kitchen/Dining Room, Living Room, Sunroom Office Building and Stables Office, Kitchenette, WC, Garage, Stable / shed Grounds On Approx. 2.75 Acres / 1.1 Hectares

Main House Description The Old Rectory stands proudly in the center of Termonfeckin Village in south County Louth. True to its Georgian period, it is a captivating gem that exudes charm and character. Steeped in history, this grand residence showcases architectural and period features that the Georgian Period is revered for. As you approach the house, through its fine gates, and sweeping driveway, you approach an elegant exterior, and well-maintained gardens, which set the stage for a truly enchanting experience. Upon stepping inside the home, you are greeted by a sense of warmth and sophistication. The interior of the Old Rectory House boasts spacious rooms with high ceilings, intricate detailing, and original fireplaces, all meticulously preserved to retain their timeless allure. The tasteful blend of classic and Accommodation Attractive glazed Porch leading to A Large Entrance Hall leading to Sitting Room with Fireplace and large well maintained sliding sash windows, Fitted Cupboards and Display Shelves Living Room with Fireplace and large well maintained sliding sash windows with views to the rear garden. Dining room with connection through to Kitchen with direct access to the basement level Inner hall with Impressive Staircase and direct access to the basement level Guest WC Upstairs: Large landing Large Main Bathroom with bath, washbasin, and WC Master bedroom Suite with En-suite (Shower, washbasin, and WC) and Walk-In Wardrobe Bedroom 2 Large double bed with Fitted Wardrobe and connection to storage room Bedroom 3 Large Bright room with fitted wardrobes and large sliding sash windows Bedroom 4 Bright room with Fitted Wardrobe Basement Level has an external entrance. There are multiple storage rooms (c. 5) Wet room, utilities, wine cellar etc offering a multitude of possibilities. The Mews Description Mews homes are known for their cozy and efficient layouts, making them ideal for individuals, couples, or small families seeking a stylish and low-maintenance living space. The Mews was newly built in 1999 and is in excellent order and condition throughout. It has a nice interior design with the main reception rooms and kitchen located on the upper floor. Accommodation Ground Floor: Main Entrance Hall with access to Large sitting room Utility Bedroom 1 En-suite (Shower, Washbasin, WC) Main Bedroom Walk-in Wardrobe, En-suite (Bath, Washbasin, WC) First Floor: Landing Large Bright Kitchen / Dining Area Sitting Room with connection to Sunroom Office Building and Stable Description Large Office space with built-in storage and Kitchenette and WC. Ideal as a Home Office or easily converted to accommodation. Accommodation Open Office Space with access to kitchenette and WC Garage Space Stable / Shed

Listed The main house is listed in the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (Reg No.: 13834009) and the Louth Registry of Protected Listed Buildings. (Reg No.: LHS022-025) 

Detached three-bay two-storey over basement former rectory, built c. 1840, now in use as private house. Rectangular-plan, single-storey porch added to west. Hipped slate roof, lead hips and ridges, rendered chimneystacks, flat cap stones, overhanging painted-timber lined eaves, scrolled brackets, cast-iron gutters. Painted roughcast rendered walling, smooth rendered slightly projecting chamfered plinth, rendered quoins to porch. Square-headed window openings, slightly projecting smooth rendered soffits and reveals, painted timber tripartite windows to east and west elevations; painted timber six-over-six and three-over-three sliding sash windows to south elevation; wrought-iron bars to basement windows north elevation, round-headed window opening, painted timber paired casement windows with margins and spoked fanlight. Square-headed door opening to south elevation of porch, painted timber moulded surround, painted timber and glazed panelled door, tooled limestone step. Outbuildings to north converted to living accommodation; single-storey north range, random rubble coursed walling, red brick dressings, segmental-headed carriage arches infilled; east range converted to two-storey house. Set in mature garden with curving avenue to road, random coursed rubble boundary wall, granite gate piers and wrought-iron gates.

Appraisal

This well-proportioned and elegant former rectory forms part of an interesting religious complex with the church to its south. Its simple form is enlivened by the fenestration with an attractive use of tripartite windows to the front and rear elevations.

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