A stunning 32-acre residential farm, suited to an equine enterprise, is on the market in Knightsbrook, on the Summerhill road in Co Meath.
The guide price of a holding tends to give one an indication as to how highly regarded it is. With a price tag of €1.17m for the 32-acre residential farm, you get an idea as to the quality here.
A super residence, good access, top-quality land, a fine location and some well-kept farm buildings, have no doubt contributed to the guide on this package.
The farm
The quality on this farm is evident. All in one block, the 32 acres are laid out in grass. Divided into seven paddocks, it is fully stud rail fenced and has a good water supply.
Located circa 2km from Trim, you are in good agricultural territory. Ran as a small equestrian holding, the land would be suited to any enterprise.
The fields are also surrounded by mature trees, ensuring a good shelter belt for livestock.
The yard
The yard complex principally comprises of a purpose-built American barn-type building, together with integrated three-bay hay barn with lean-to. Together they provide for a mix of some 16 boxes, including loose boxes, mare and foal boxes and larger mixed young stock boxes. There is a loading bay and wash area, as well as two central passageways, which increases practicality for feeding, maintenance and management along with the hay barn. Additionally, there is independent access to the Summerhill Road, making an ideal farm entrance to the lands and yard.
The residence
Built some 13 years ago, this conventional home is a two-storey modern residence. Featuring some impressive stone exterior work, it has been maintained well even though it has not been occupied since its construction.
The lots
Offered in three lots, including the entire, the second lot contains 30 acres of land with the yard, barn and stables. The guide price on this lot is €580,000, or over €18,000/ac. The first lot is the residence, the garage and over an acre of land. This is guided at €590,000. The entire is guided for €1.17m. The property is being offered by private treaty by Chris Smith of Quillsen, the Dublin-based auctioneers.