Property Description

Prime 5.4-Acre Residential Development Site – Adjoining Barrow Meadows, Goresbridge Village
A rare opportunity to acquire a superb 5.4-acre residential development site located adjacent to the established Barrow Meadows estate in the picturesque village of Goresbridge. Historically, the site previously held planning permission for 44 residential units, highlighting its strong suitability for a high-quality housing scheme.
Goresbridge is a highly sought-after village offering an excellent range of local amenities, including shops, a primary school, childcare services, sporting clubs, and scenic riverside walks. Housing demand remains consistently strong, supported by the village’s warm community atmosphere and accessibility to larger centres of employment and education. Located just 20 minutes from Kilkenny City and10 minutes from Bagenalstown, offering multiple secondary schools and additional services. This is an exceptional opportunity for developers seeking a proven, well-located residential site in a thriving village setting.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Barrow Valley, Goresbridge Village enjoys a truly idyllic setting. The landscape is framed by the sweeping slopes of the Blackstairs Mountains and the iconic peak of Mount Leinster, offering natural beauty in every direction.
Positioned along the tranquil west bank of the River Barrow—the historic waterway dividing Kilkenny and Carlow—residents enjoy peaceful riverside views and easy access to outdoor recreation. The area is renowned for angling and boating, riverside walks along the scenic Barrow Way and a strong equestrian tradition, highlighted by the famed Goresbridge Horse Sales.
Local amenities further enhance the charm of the village. Residents can enjoy relaxed riverside dining or stroll across the village’s iconic historic stone bridge. Perfectly blending natural beauty, outdoor activity and warm community spirit, Goresbridge offers an exceptional quality of life in an authentic village setting.

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