High potential with this Georgian home
IF you’re dreaming of finding an idyllic gem with lush lakeside views, there’s a Georgian property for sale overlooking Lough Arrow.
Known as Andresna House, this centuries- old building comes with ample space with fetching views of the surrounding landscape.
It’s situated between Ballinafad and Corrigeenroe villages not far from the N4 Sligo- Dublin road.
With an asking price of € 445,000, potential buyers have the opportunity to develop this historic four- bed house into the home of their dreams.
It is overlooking Andresna Bay and it comes with its own pier.
Dating back to the late 1800s, there are still Georgian elements remaining, such as the ornate ceiling in the reception hallway.
Previous owners were using it as a bed and breakfast to facilitate visitors which included fishermen on the lake, which is a major trout fishing lake.
The sellers, Schiller & Schiller auctioneers, say the property has major potential and its future owners have room to build it to their own personal taste.
It comes with a large building to the rear, which could be developed into more accommodation or so forth.
The sellers add: “Are you looking for that charming Period Home directly on the shores of a major fishing lake in Ireland?
“Andresna House might be your answer. It is situated on the Southern shores of Lough Arrow in the scenic Co. Sligo and commands approximately three acres of private ground.
“There is an abundance of wild life including rare species occupying the lands nearby.
“It has been modernised over the centuries, the most recent renovation was carried out by the present occupiers.
The building dates from the 1800s and it has kept its Georgian feel right up to the present day.
The charming home welcomes visitors with an entrance hallway and reception which includes an original Georgrian handmade ceiling coving from the 19th Century.
Its spacious dining room comes with an open fireplace, with lakeviews.
The sitting room is fitted with a fireplace and a wood burning stove.
The agents say there’s added elements to the property, it also has its own private well.
The heating system has been upgraded and the house has an energy rating of D1.
“Considering the age of the house the BER Energy rating is exceptionally good.
“The garage which is attached to the house would transform into a fine conservatory with lakeviews,” the seller added.
Its grounds include a walled garden, orchard and meadow, consisting of three acres in total which could be developed into a organic farm.
The outhouse too has room to expand into further accommodation.
It includes a two- storey stable building fitted with a new roof and windows, ready to convert into more living space.
The overall floor area of the house is 149.93 Sq. Metres ( 1,614 Square Feet).
This historic property is ideal for potential owners who want to develop it into a Georgian gem with a contemporary feel.
With its lakeside views, ample gardens and three- acre meadow, there is lots of room there for its future owner to work with at making this a gorgeous country home right by the lake.
The current asking price is € 425,000.