Property Description

Lislea, Keenagh, Co.Longford, a tranquil townland located approximately thirteen kilometers south of Longford town.
At the heart of this community stands Lislea House and gardens, (N39 DK31).
Steeped in history and dating back to the early 1800's previous owners associated with this significant property include a Henry Smith Esq. a John Crawford Bickerstaff and a George Henry Barrett. Now vacant for some time this sale brings to the fore a unique opportunity to acquire a property of significant character and opportunity. The residence, extending to c-258 sq.mtrs.(2,783sq.ft) occupies an elevated setting and will make a substantial family home. While in need of refurbishment the accommodation includes some elegant rooms and retains many original and distinctive design features.


Accommodation :
Ground floor : Entrance Hall : 2.3 x 1.8.
Reception 1. : 6.0 x 4.4. Fireplace with wood burning stove fitted.
Reception 2. : 6.0 x 4.7. Fireplace with wood burning stove fitted.
Utility space : 3.1 x 2.4.

1st. Floor.
Bedroom 1. : 3.5 x 4.5. Fireplace.
Bedroom 2. : 4.5 x 2.7. Fireplace.
Bedroom 3. : 4.5 x 3.2 Fireplace.
Bedroom 4. : 4.4 x 2.4. Fireplace.
Bathroom : 3.1 x 2.4.

Basement ; Utility Space : 2.2 x 2.3
W.C. : 1.9 X 1.6.
Kitchen : 4.5 x 6.0 Rayburn Cooker.
Pantry : 2.7 x 1.6
Living Area : 4.1 x 3.1 + 2.8 x 1.2. Solid fuel stove.
Kitchen off living : 1.6 x 2.3.


To the rear of the residence is the farmyard comprising a large selection of two storey out-buildings. These include a six bay, a five bay, a three bay and two bay complex with pitched natural slate roofs, some with carriage arches, limestone sills and other distinctive characteristics of the time, all providing historical context to the setting of the main dwelling.
Other features of note, an unusual thatched Summer House / Pavillion on the front lawn, wrought iron gates, Walled garden with additional stone building.

As listed under Folio LD 3852 Lislea house and gardens stand on 3.16 acres or thereabouts.
This property may qualify for grant assistance under The Vacant Property Refurbishment scheme / SAEI / Heritage grants.

What is the vacant property refurbishment grant.
The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant is a payment you can get if you are
turning a vacant house or building into your permanent home or a rental property.
A grant of up to €50,000 is available.
If the property is officially classed as derelict (structurally unsound), an additional top-up of up to €20,000 is available, bringing the total grant to €70,000.

This is truly a property of character and appeal. It is well placed in a unique and peaceful setting but still within easy commuting distance of neighbouring towns such as Longford, Ballymahon, Mullingar and Athlone.

For additional information on the history context of this unique property visit, Dept of Housing, local Government & Heritage, National Built Heritage Service /Lislea Keenagh.

This may well be the one you were waiting for, seldom does a property of such character and opportunity come to market. For further details or to arrange your viewing contact John, 043 3341176 or 086 8346559 at any time.

All particulars stated are for guidance purposes only. Measurements are approximate.

BER Details

BER No. 115946626

Energy Performance Indicator: 407.16 kWh/m2/yr

This property was last updated: 10 days ago