When the last train passed through Ballyhooly in Co Cork in 1968 following the closure of the Fermoy to Waterford line around that time, the future of the local railway station didn’t look good.
Almost 60 years on, however, the heritage is still alive and well with The Old Train House now a fabulous 6 bed detached home that has just come on the market via Sherry FitzGerald O’Donovan in Fermoy.
Now extending to 307sqm (3,300sq ft), The Old Train House sits on a 0.77 acre mature site.
The property is steeped in history and character and once formed part of the Ballyhooly railway station. Many original features remain today including the original limestone walls, exposed timber beams and the original signal box located in the garden on the eastern boundary, which is a real stand-out feature of the home.
The spacious living accommodation incorporates 5 en-suite bedrooms at first floor level, a fantastic kitchen/dining area and a 750 sq ft attached garage which could be further developed as living accommodation or recreational space, if desired.
PVC solar panels have recently been installed increasing the energy efficiency of the building to a C rating.
The original platform of cut limestone is still in situ creating a split level garden with a variety of mature trees and shrubs and benefits from a south facing rear garden with superb countryside views.
There is also a secluded patio area located to the rear of the property.
The Old Train House is located less than 1km from the village of Ballyhooly, which has an excellent range of village amenities. It is also approximately 10 minutes away from the local town of Fermoy and is within easy commuting distance of Mallow town and Cork city.
Find out more about The Old Train House on MyHome at www.myhome.ie/5040421 or contact selling agent Donal Barry of Sherry FitzGerald O’Donovan in Fermoy on 025 327 25.
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