An 80ac residential farm at Athgoe, Newcastle, Co Dublin, has arrived on the market. It is located beside the UCD Lyon’s Estate farm, some 23km from Dublin city and just 2.6km from the N7.

The lands are all in one block and have a southerly elevation. It is all in grass and is currently let on a seasonal basis to a local farmer for the grazing of livestock.

An outline of the farm at Athgoe, Newcastle, Co Dublin

However, the land will be sold with vacant possession. The land is in a number of divisions and has about 350m of road frontage. The farm has two separate entrances off Athgoe road, one located at the yard through double gates, suitable for large machinery and another situated at the far end of the farm. The southern portion of land is generally level, lying either side of a small stream.

The land is currently let on a seasonal basis to a local farmer for the grazing of livestock

The land rises from about 110 metres (364 feet) to a high point of about 171m (561 feet) at Athgoe Hill on the northern boundary. The land has a mains water supply, supplemented with a natural supply from the stream. Mature hedgerows provide shelter for livestock.

The farmyard itself has two traditional storage sheds, a general purpose shed with lean-to and livestock handling facilities.

The farm includes two traditional stores (including former kennels), a general purpose shed with a lean-to and livestock handling facilities. There is an area of hard standing.

The residence

The three-bedroom cottage is accessed from Athgoe road through two stone piers, with a short gravel driveway which leads to the front. The original structure is believed to date from about 1930 and includes two bay windows, with an extension to the south. It extends to about 1,377sq ft; includes two kitchens, reception rooms and bathrooms, making it suitable for creating two self-contained living areas.

The house extends to about 1,377sq ft.

The property is for sale by private treaty as a whole or in two separate lots. Lot one is the cottage on 0.9 acres and is guided at €300,000. Lot two is the remaining 80ac with the outbuildings and yard, it is guided at €625,000 which is just under €8,000/ac.

The cottage includes two kitchens, reception rooms and bathrooms, making it suitable for creating two self-contained living areas.

The entire is guided at €925,000 and the selling agent is Savills Country, Dublin.

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