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1950s house on over an acre and with six bedrooms on sale for €525,000

Mellenton House in Carlow Town is a large house with loads of potential.

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LOOKING FOR A project? Step into the grandeur of Mellenton House, a beautiful two-story detached residence nestled on an elevated site about 1.35 acres in size and in Carlow Town. Priced at €525,000, this property offers a blend of comfort, space and beauty.

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Surrounded by landscaped lawns and mature trees, the property is spacious both outside and in with six bedrooms and three bathrooms. Overall, the house is 230 m² in size making for a large and elegant property in an urban location. Built in the early 1950s, a welcoming entrance hall greets you and leads you to generous reception rooms. 

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The country-style kitchen features an AGA cooker and there is also a utility space to keep chores streamlined and for extra storage. A dining room, a sitting room and guest toilet complete this spacious floor. 

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With bay windows, fireplaces and carpeted floors, the first floor bedrooms exude warmth and charm

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The property’s beautifully manicured lawns, mature trees and the river Burrin as its southern boundary create a picturesque landscape. The sweeping tarmac drive leads to forecourt parking, while a double garage, boiler house and double gate entrance from the public road add convenience and functionality.

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Mellenton House is a project but it already benefits from all mains services, oil-fired central heating, an alarm system and double-glazed windows, which is a super start. It’s all just a few kilometres from Carlow Town.

Mellenton House, Carlow Town, Co Carlow is on the market for €525,000 through Thomas M. Byrne & Son.