Luxury house in Killinkere fit for a king

There may well be a recession on, but savvy property buyers know that the upside of that is getting more for your money. New to the market with Virginia auctioneer Martin Shortt is Caraghagh Manor, Killinkere, Virginia, Co. Cavan is an outstanding two-storey residence with swimming pool, located on an elevated and fully landscaped 1.15 acre site just a few minutes drive from the town of Virginia. The property is one-of-a-kind and no expense has been spared in providing top features and materials in what might be described as a luxury home. Polished marble The ground floor is covered with beautiful polished marble flooring. There are coffer ceilings and there's the popular choice of under-floor heating with individual thermostat control for each room as well as pressurised hot and cold water systems. With recessed lighting, natural stone pillars with up-lighters and Cambridge dimmer switches, you can set the mood as you wish it to be. Features such as exposed timber beams in the ceiling of the TV area, the bar with granite worktop, the open stove in the lounge, natural stone fireplaces, built-in range master double cooker, gas hob, solid oak designer kitchen featuring centre island with prep sink, chef pantry and black granite work tops, wet bar and wine chiller, built-in raised gas fireplace, and ten foot and nine foot-high ceilings on the ground and first floors respectively give just a taste of the sort of quality afforded in this home. Own swimming pool The property boasts its own swimming pool as well as two jacuzzi bath tubs, four ensuites with marble finishes and a sauna. There are Vogue bathroom fittings, raised bed areas, walk-in wardrobes, satellite TV in every room, feature chandeliers and there's a balcony overlooking decking area from the master bedroom. Other internal features include the door headers, window frames, skirting and architrave and brass curtain poles. Eco considerations In terms of external features, there are remote control electric gates with intercom, K-glass in all external windows and doors, a natural stone driveway with natural stone fountain, landscaped gardens, a double garage with electric doors and extensive decking with built-in lighting. The garden includes an orchard area with various types of fruit. The house is concrete brick with full architect guarantee. In terms of eco considerations, there are wood-grain, double-glazed windows, a solar panel heating system for the swimming pool and a wood pellet boiler system. Guide price is available on request from the auctioneer. • Contact Martin Shortt Auctioneers, Virginia at 049-8548917.