For sale: Renowned artist's breathtaking €950k Victorian home in Kilkenny
Located on two acres and adorned with stunning murals, artist Jane Willoughby's incredible Kilkenny home has hit the market for a pretty penny.
Being built in the 1830s, the home is a stunning Victorian style property, and is immaculately presented with extensive accommodation and a separate self contained cottage. Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills
Upon entering the home, you're greeted by a home that looks like something out of a classic novel — with beautifully coloured hallways and three reception rooms offer cosiness and elegance.
The kitchen/breakfast room is easily the home's crown jewel; boasting unique Georgian shutters and doors, AGA appliances, and a breakfast island. Given Ms Willoughby's work as an artist and muralist, her works are throughout the home — most notably the conservatory. Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills
The six bedrooms are also well proportioned throughout the home, and have lovely views. The games room completes the home, while there's also a self contained, two bedroom cottage just beside the main house that is perfect for hosting guests/to be used as a rental property. Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills
As well as the accommodation, the grounds of the home boast stunning gardens across its two acres, which are well planted and beautifully designed. The walled garden has raised beds for growing vegetables, while mature trees bring fruit annually — excellent for those who are looking to be more self-sufficient. Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills
As well as being stunning both inside and outside, the home is situated in the vibrant market town of Castlecomer, in the heart of Co Kilkenny. The home is just 19km north of Kilkenny City, and boasts a host of amenities. Even in the town of Castlecomer, nearby amenities include the Castlecomer golf club, and Castlecomer Discovery Park. Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills Pic: Savills
Donaguile House, Barrack Hill, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny is available via Savills, with an asking price of €950,000.
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