Ballinlough, Skerry Cross, Oldcastle, County Meath

€300,000

Beds	3 beds
Price	€300,000
Property Type	Detached House
Size	132.45 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-C3
Refreshed on	Jun 18, 2025
Eircode	A82 NY56
Group Name	Quillsen (Navan)
Sales License Number	002250

Description

Welcome to Ballinlough, where this detached residence is perfectly perched on an expansive site that extends to circa 0.84 of an acre SM otherwise some 0.34 of a hectare. This is a serene countryside retreat, the accommodation being filled with natural light and boasting a spacious layout, perfect for family living. This home presently essentially accommodates entrance hall, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, guest wc, 3 no. double bedrooms, family bathroom and a hotpress. As well as the current bright accommodation which is presented across the ground floor encompassing a spacious 132.45 square metres, there is an enormous attic space that extends to an estimated 94 square metres (approximately 16.49 metres by 5.75 metres) offering much potential for further accommodation be that recreational or dormitory, or a combination of both (subject to securing statutory approvals, where applicable). Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming hallway with warm wooden accents. The living room is a cozy haven featuring a classic fireplace, ideal for relaxing evenings. The open-plan kitchen and dining area is bright and airy, with ample counter space and views of the lush surroundings. The home comprises three generously sized bedrooms. The master bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom, while the additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and share a family bathroom. There is a utility room, a guest WC and a hotpress too. OUTSIDE The residence is approached from the road through vehicular wooden gates. Continue over a kerbed and bitumen type surfaced driveway, branching to the front of the residence and wrapping around the house, allowing for ease of circulation and ample parking area. There are expansive lawns, offering plenty of space for outdoor activities, both children and pets will have a field day here! Set in rolling countryside, this is an awesome tranquil rural setting. ACCOMMODATION Please refer to floor plan for room inventory, room dimensions and layout. ADDITIONAL FEATURES INCLUDE Features brick and stone facade with two bay windows All double bedrooms Large bright and airy tri-aspect kitchen / dining room PVC double glazed windows Vast attic space presents significant potential Huge site with garden shed Large surfaced driveway Elevated above and adjacent to Lough Bawn Loughcrew Hills and primary school nearby `Chain-free` transaction LOCATION This property is located up from the graig of Moylagh often referred to as Moylagh/Drumone. Dromone itself is a crossroads village about 3km distant from the property. A further 1km takes you to Moylagh with Scoil Mhuire National School alongside St. Mary`s RC church. Teddys Bar is located opposite too as is Moylagh Castle, in ruins, with the Tower being now the dominant feature. Dromone is well served by a community centre and Gaelic sports grounds as well as McEvoy`s public house. Ballinlough lies some 5.5km off the L2800 at Loughcrew and some 4.3km off the R195 at Bellaney. Located in the north west of county Meath amidst fertile rolling countryside, the area is rich in heritage, history and natural beauty being set close to the Loughcrew Hills, with County Meath`s highest point, and decorated with passage graves dating to between 3500 and 3300 BC. As well as agriculture, the area features big in terms of entrepreneurial spirit being home to many businesses including some internationally recognised brands. Business in the area include Dromone Engineering, Gibney Steel Products, Zero Grazer, Rego Hire, TMC Meats, David Taylor Animal Nutrition, Respa Beds, Briody Bedding and Interior Creations. The lively bustling town of Oldcastle located at the convergence of the R154 (Blackbull(Dunboyne)/Trim/Athboy/Ballinagh Road) and R195 (Virginia/Castlepollard Road) is some 9.5km distant. Oldcastle provides for a good range of services including supermarkets, hostelries, boutiques, professional services, health centre, library, bank, credit union, hardwares, auction rooms and much more along with pre, primary and secondary school facilities. The towns of Castlepollard and Virginia are some 11km and 19km distant respectively while Athboy and Kells are some 20km equidistant. The county towns of Mullingar, Navan and Cavan are some 24km, 34km and 38km distant respectively. The M3 motorway near Kells is some 19km distant allowing for ease of access to the M50 which opens up accessibility to Dublin and other destinations. Dublin is within an hours drive. Local attractions include: The annual JFK 50 mile walk, Mullaghmeen Forest Europe`s largest Beech forest, Loughcrew Cairns, Fore Abbey, Castlekieran, Tullynally Castle and Gardens, Girley Bog Eco Walk, Le Cheile Arts & Music Festival, the popular Clonabreany House wedding venue, Loughcrew Estate Gardens and Adventure Centre, and the exclusive Richard Corrigan owned Virginia Park Lodge but to mention a few. Fishing and water activities are well catered for too with Lough Lene, the White Lake, Lough Ramor and the Blackwater and Inny rivers all nearby. All that, along with excellent terrain for hunting and shooting make this an outdoor enthusiasts paradise. Sports are supported locally through various facilities including Moylagh GAA along with Headfort Golf Club and North Meath Rugby at Kells. Moylagh Community Centre provides an ideal local meeting point with many activities available. As a bonus, the Lough Bawn Loop is adjacent. Dromone 3km Scoil Mhuire National School, Moylagh 4km Oldcastle 9.5km Clonmellon (N52) 10km Castlepollard 11km N3 (Drumbarragh) 15.5km M3 motorway 19km Kells 20km N4 (/M4 motorway) 22km Mullingar 24km Navan 34km All distances are approximate. AGENTS COMMENT For many reasons, this property makes a fantastic family home that many families would aspire to. To be convinced, all as you need do is review the photographs, floor plan, room dimensions and consider the merits of this great property. Next step, a viewing could lead you closer to your dream. VIEWING An early inspection of this property comes highly recommended by the selling agent. In addition to business hours, viewings can usually be accommodated by us in the evenings and at weekends. To arrange a viewing, call or text our negotiator handling this sale, Chris Smith, on 087-2109470. ARE YOU THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME OR A PROPERTY? Quillsen have branch offices across Dublin including those at Dún Laoghaire, Fairview, Ranelagh and Terenure, as well as a regional office in Meath`s county town, Navan. This enables and ensures that we provide a superior property service throughout Counties Dublin and Meath, as well as into the adjoining parts of Counties Louth, Cavan, Offaly, Kildare and Wicklow. Our name is synonymous with the sale of residential properties, both urban and rural, as well as development land, farm and country properties. We offer a FREE no-obligation sales appraisal and valuation for those who are selling or those that are contemplating selling. We would of course love to hear from you with a view to assisting with your property requirements be it advisory, transactionary or otherwise. Call or message Chris Smith on +353872109470 or email Chris@quillsen.ie

Accommodation

Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

BER Details

BER: C3
BER No: 105961585
Energy Performance Indicator: 224.94 kWh/m2/yr

Negotiator

Chris Smith

Description

Accommodation

BER Details

BER: C3
BER No: 105961585
Energy Performance Indicator: 224.94 kWh/m2/yr

Negotiator

Chris Smith