LOCATED less than 40 minutes from Leopardstown Racecourse and just off the M11 motorway, Ballard Farm in Co Wicklow is on the market with a guide price of €1.6 million.

Just 9km from Wicklow town and less than 7km from Brittas Bay beach, the 51-acre property comes with a charming period residence and boasts the most spectacular views from throughout the farm across the Wicklow countryside.

This area is known to hold some of Wicklow’s finest farmland and has been farmed to a high standard by its present owners for over 50 years. It has extensive road frontage with excellent quality land and an extensive range of outbuildings, stables and sheds.

The land is south-facing, gently sloping and free-draining. It is currently in grass and is divided into five large divisions and five smaller paddocks. Each of the fields is watered and fenced with stock-proof fencing.

The residence and farmyard are set back from the public road and are approached via a sweeping driveway, lined with mature native trees. In spring the daffodils along the drive are something to behold. There are a large number of specimen native trees throughout the farm and spectacular red kites have been nesting on the property in recent years.

The delightful period farmhouse was constructed circa 1820. It is a wonderful family home that simply oozes charm and character. There are many original features throughout, including pitch pine floors and original sash windows. It is in excellent condition throughout but could benefit from some upgrading and or an extension to the rear (subject to planning permission).

To the front of the property, there is a beautiful and sunny garden and lawn with the farmyard and outbuildings to the rear. The garden is thoughtfully laid out and full of interesting flowers, shrubs and mature trees.

The stone-built outbuildings include a converted granary and a stunning converted barn, which has been used in the past as a bed and breakfast. There is also a beautiful stable block as well as various other outbuildings including a large hay shed and a modern greenhouse.

The sale of Ballard Farm really is a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire a truly unique property in a wonderful location.

Agent: Stephen Clarke of Clarke Auctioneers, Ashford.

Tel: 040 440 421

Email: info@

clarkeauctioneers.com