A striking and beautiful country retreat on 21.5ac of fine land is on the market near Russborough, at Blessington, Co Wicklow. The property is Mount Temple and it is on for sale with Jordan Auctioneers by private treaty. The guide price is €1.3m.

Although very classical looking, this house was built in the 1980’s. The architect involved borrowed themes from classical follys of the 18th century that we can see around the country on big estates.

The house design also pays homage to the designs of Sir William Chambers who built the Casino at Marino, in Dublin and Charlemount House in Dublin’s Parnell Square.

The house was also inspired by the colonnades and pavilions of nearby landmark Russborough House.

The house has views of the lakes and mountains.

The end result is a large house combining classical elegance with all modern conveniences. About 3,400 sq ft in area, the house overlooks Russborough House and has panoramic views of the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains.

All the main rooms are square or rectangular, generous in height and full of light.

The land is in one division and in pasture and has road frontage. There are mature oak, chestnut and beech trees throughout giving privacy to the house on all sides.

Its unique design and character along with its practicality as a home in a great location makes it one of the most attractive properties to