Substantial farm holding near Rathmore

A SUBSTANTIAL holding of approximately 74 acres, that includes a semi-derelict two storey dwelling with a concrete yard and a number of farm outbuildings, is now on the market.

The property is at Gortnaprocess - located approximately 2.5 miles from Rathmore. The land is located on a gentle, south facing slope and is bordered by a stream at its southern end with a small section of this designated a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The property is available in two lots.

Lot 1 comes with approximately 26 acres of mixed quality farm land, together with the semi-derelict two storey dwelling, concrete yard and a number of older type farm outbuildings. There are Basic Payment System entitlements attached to this section of the property.

The land is well maintained with a south facing aspect and roughly 17 acres was used for silage in 2016. A small area running along the stream at the southern end is an SAC. This section is subject to a right of way.

Lot 2 contains approximately 48 acres of semi mature sitka spruce forestry - 25 acres of which were planted in 1992. The balance of 23 acres was planted in 2000 and there are three annual premiums remaining on this part.

The plantation is generally good and is expected to attain strong yield classes. It is serviced by two forestry access roads complete with turning areas. Access will be granted by means of a right of way.

For more information contact agents Ken O’Sullivan and Co, Killarney, on 086 2011887.

This c.74-acre holding at Gortnaprocess, Rathmore comes in two lots.