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A slice of energy efficiency and luxury living in the historic midlands – yours for €650,000
Robin Hill is close to Dunamase Castle and just 10 minutes from bustling Portlaoise.
HISTORY BUFFS ON the hunt for a house might find this week’s unique home hard to resist. A place where history and landscape come together effortlessly, this property near Dunamase Castle in Co Laois offers a dramatic setting for a home.
Nestled into this remarkable landscape, Robin Hill is a special family home that combines elegant country living with contemporary touches, and is surrounded in natural beauty.
On an elevated site of almost an acre, Robin Hill enjoys panoramic views across the surrounding countryside, with Dunamase Castle standing nearby. It is a location steeped in heritage, famously linked to the 12th century marriage of Aoife MacMurrough and the Norman leader Strongbow, yet it offers all the conveniences expected by today’s home buyer.
Inside, Robin Hill has been thoughtfully designed to balance practicality with entertaining. A welcoming entrance hall introduces a series of beautifully proportioned reception rooms where natural light streams through expansive windows, creating bright, inviting interiors throughout.
The heart of the home is a generous kitchen and breakfast room that opens directly onto a sun-drenched patio, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. Whether hosting family celebrations or enjoying quiet mornings overlooking the gardens, this space effortlessly adapts to every occasion. Flowing naturally from the kitchen are a formal dining room and an elegant sitting room, both finished with quality craftsmanship and attractive fireplaces that add warmth and character.
A second living room, complete with its own feature fireplace and adjoining sun lounge, offers an altogether different atmosphere. Framed by panoramic garden views and filled with natural light throughout the day, it provides the perfect retreat for reading, relaxing or enjoying the surroundings.
The private bedroom wing continues the home’s emphasis on comfort and generous proportions. The main suite benefits from its own en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms offer excellent accommodation, each featuring built-in storage.
A spacious family bathroom completes the layout, making the home equally suited to growing families or those seeking single-level living with plenty of room for guests.
Robin Hill has also embraced modern efficiency. Solar panels, dual oil and wood pellet central heating systems, Hive smart heating controls and a strong B3 energy rating combine to deliver impressive sustainability credentials. The result is a home with lower running costs and eligibility for Green Mortgage products, offering future-proofed living without compromising on comfort.
The integrated double garage provides further flexibility, presenting opportunities for additional accommodation, a home office, gym or studio, depending on planning permission.
Reached through beautifully landscaped gardens that have matured over many years, the property conveys a sense of peace and permanence. Designed by a horticulturist, the gardens are as much a feature as the house itself. Every season brings something new, from vibrant spring bulbs and flowering shrubs to summer roses alive with bees and butterflies, while raised beds provide home-grown fruit, vegetables and herbs for those who appreciate living off the land.
Beyond the gates, the lifestyle is equally attractive. Woodland trails and scenic country walks begin almost at the doorstep, while Portlaoise is less than 10 minutes away, offering an excellent range of shops, restaurants and schools. The nearby M7 places Dublin comfortably within an hour’s drive, making Robin Hill an ideal choice for commuters seeking the serenity of country living without sacrificing accessibility.
Robin Hill is more than a beautifully presented family residence. It is a chance to become part of one of Ireland’s most historic landscapes while enjoying a home that has been carefully designed for modern life.
Robin Hill, Dunamase, Portlaoise, Co Laois is on the market for €650,000 through Hume Auctioneers.
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