If you’re going to fall in love with any property this St Valentine’s weekend then Wells Cottage might be one of the most likely to catch your eye.
This charming thatched cottage in Ballyedmond in Co Wexford has a real romantic vibe to it, almost akin to something like the fictional ‘Rose Hill Cottage’ from the hit 2006 movie ‘The Holiday’.
Set on circa 1.46 acres in the heart of Co Wexford, Wells Cottage is thought to date from the late 1600s. However, with a mid-20th century extension and a comprehensive restoration project within the last decade, it now beautifully combines the past with the present.
Offering 142sqm of living space, the home is beautifully presented throughout with the restoration work carried out to an exacting standard that has seen Wells Cottage retain its period charm, with many of the original features retained.
Like something from a postcard, Wells Cottage is sure to have more than a few admirers once they set eyes on it.
From the moment you approach the main entrance the home is instantly captivating.
A large thatched porch supported on solid timer columns leads into the reception hall, with rugged white washed walls and a carved timber staircase. This hall leads to both the living room and kitchen.
The living room has light from three sides and has an impressive feature open fireplace with solid fuel stove and an exposed beam ceiling painted white. The kitchen is spacious and also features a large open fireplace. This ‘country style’ kitchen features an extensive range of fitted timber wall and floor units, an integrated Neff electric oven with hob and extractor fan and a large ceramic sink.
From here an open archway leads to the connected family room. This dual aspect family room has a distinctly relaxed ambience and links easily to the garden via large double French doors. Two bedrooms and a shower room complete the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. The landing retains a feature rugged wall and enjoys strong natural light from the introduction of a Velux roof window.
The master bedroom faces south and west and again benefits from an added Velux roof window and recessed spot lighting, making if feel spacious and light but retaining a great cottage character with a coved ceiling. The second double bedroom is also dual aspect and again has great character with a coved ceiling. The bathroom has a fitted bath, separate shower, wash-hand-basin and a WC.
The quality of the restoration is excellent with the cottage presented in superb condition. The integration of up-to-date services ensures comfortable modern living, but has been done with a conscious sympathy to the historic character of the cottage. The result is simply tremendous with a feeling of relaxed and light filled living within a cosy cottage full of character and great historic provenance.
Positioned within generous grounds of some 1.46 acres (0.59 hectare) and bordered by mature hedging there is a great sense of privacy and the gardens can really be enjoyed, while a patio area to the side is ideal for outdoor entertaining.
Doors from the reception hall and living room allowing easy access from the house. The gardens are largely laid in lawns but include some fine mature trees, while about half an acre of the site is in a small hay meadow and could be ideal to create a productive garden, a small wood, a pony paddock or to position a tennis court.
Whilst enjoying a quiet rural setting, Wells Cottage is a short distance from Ballyedmond village and within a few minutes’ drive of several wonderful beaches along the north Wexford coastline. The thriving town of Gorey is only 16km away and provides wider town amenities, bus and rail links, a choice of primary and secondary schools and excellent shopping.
Access to the M11 (Exit 23) is also at Gorey and, from there, Dublin is less than an hour’s drive north. The popular village of Cahore Point is situated within easy distance, ideal for swimming and water sports. Indeed, this area of north Wexford is one of outstanding natural beauty, rich with country pursuits including, hunting, trekking, sailing, water sports, golf and hill walking.
Wells Cottage is a home with a real romantic vibe that you’ll love at any time of year.
Find out more about Wells Cottage on MyHome at www.myhome.ie/4949970 or contact selling agents Warren Estates at 053 942 1211.
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