Stump of the Castle, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow

This lovely property is situated in the sought after location of Stump of The Castle, a short drive from Rathdrum Village and all local amenities. The original cottage comprises; Entrance Porch, Hall, Kitchen/Dining Room, Bathroom, Bedroom 1 and Living Room. The property is in need of complete and total modernisation and renovation.

There is ample space to extend to the side and to the rear subject to the relevant planning permission. Windows are single glazed throughout and there are two fireplaces in the property. Please note there is no central heating currently.

The house is eligible for the Vacant Property refurbishment Grant as it has not been lived in for several years. This grant is for people who are refurbishing properties that have been vacant/derelict. ie/en/housing/housing-grants-and-schemes/local-authority-housing-grants-and-supports/vacant-property-refurbishment-grant/ There is a gravel drive and parking area to the front.

The gardens were lovingly tended over many years but are somewhat overgrown now. The large site is gently sloping and offers ample room for a substantial extension (Subject to Planning permission). Whilst Stump of the Castle is in need of complete, modernisation and renovation, it is a real gem of a property with huge potential for those seeking to build a family home on a beautiful site, in a fantastic location.

Rathdrum has everything you could want for a modern lifestyle; excellent schools, great shopping, wonderful restaurants and pubs, as well as a huge variety of outdoor activities. This growing town enjoys excellent transport links to Dublin and is well serviced by both rail, bus and road. The M11 motorway is 15 minutes away and South Dublin and the M50 are within 40 minutes drive.

Alternatively, commuters can avail of the rail line which runs to Connolly Station via Wicklow, Greystones, and Bray. Rathdrum is beautifully situated on the western side of the stunning Avonmore Valley, in the heart of the Garden of Ireland, close to the majestic Wicklow Mountains, and the beautiful Wicklow coastline. The Vale of Avoca, Glendalough, The Meeting of the Waters and Brittas Bay are all within a short drive.

Nearby is an access point to the Avonmore Way walking trail which follows the course of the Avonmore River to the picturesque settlement of Clara Vale and beyond to Trooperstown Wood near Laragh. This linear waymarked trail offers peaceful views of the Avonmore River and the mature oakwoods of the Vale of Clara Nature Reserve before reaching the quaint Roman Catholic church and arched bridge at Clara Vale.