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Irish Independent
30-06-2025
- Irish Independent
See inside Wexford period house with rich Irish history going for auction for €900,000
Ballynapierce House is a captivating early 19th-century period residence steeped in history and set on approximately 41.25 acres (16.69 hectares) of prime land. Complete with a charming gate lodge and a wealth of original features, this remarkable property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a country estate of stature and distinction. Originally constructed in the early 1800s, the home has been extended over time and holds a rich heritage — once the residence of Captain Archibald Jacob (linked to the 1798 Rebellion), it later housed Overington Bolton in 1853 and the prominent De Burgh family in the late 19th century. In 1900, the property served as a Benedictine school before being passed through several custodians, with the current owners in place since 1968. The main house boasts graciously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, and exquisite decorative features such as original cornicing and ceiling roses. On the ground floor, there is a grand drawing room, formal dining room, and a spacious living kitchen is located to the rear, accompanied by an exceptionally large utility room. Upstairs, the first floor offers five generously sized double bedrooms, featuring one ensuite. The second floor features two additional bedrooms, perfect for extended family, guests, or adaptable use. Beyond the main house, the estate includes a two-bedroom gate lodge situated at the entrance – in need of refurbishment, yet brimming with potential. The grounds are enhanced by a range of outbuildings, including large stables and multiple sheds, supporting equestrian or agricultural pursuits. The land is of top quality, currently under grass and divided into well-maintained paddocks – offering excellent potential for farming, equine or leisure use. The property is situated a approximately five minutes drive from Enniscorthy town and very convenient to the M11 motorway. The town has a railway station on the Dublin–Rosslare line. There is a bus stop at Templeshannon with connections to Waterford, Dublin, and other cities. It has four second-level schools, and a number of primary schools. There is a swimming pool/recreation centre, several sports grounds including a rugby club and GAA club and several hotels including the four star Riverside Park Hotel. Surrounding the town, there is an 18-hole golf course, several pitch and putts, freshwater fishing, and a five-star spa. The town also boasts several historical sites and museums, as well as a number of local festivals. The property is being overseen by Sherry FitzGerald O'Leary Kinsella and will be going for public and online auction on Thursday, July 10.
Irish Independent
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Wexford special school channels famous musical for student's graduation
The ceremony was held in the Riverside Park Hotel where friends and families of the graduates gathered together in celebration of the 14 students of the hour. "They gathered with their family and friends to celebrate their time in St Patrick's and hear the great impact each one of them has made on us all,' a staff representative said. "Their teachers Maura, Jackie, Declan, Albie, and Elaine spoke about each student, and told us how proud they are of all the wonderful young people they have become. We wish them all the best as they prepare to say goodbye to St Patrick's and move onto pastures new,' they added. To add to the bittersweet feeling, the students and staff had created a beautiful video of the graduates singing along to a song off the soundtrack of smash hit musical Wicked. ''For Good' is a song form the musical Wicked about the profound and lasting impact that a close friendship has on individuals involved, even when they must go their separate ways. It acknowledges the bittersweet nature of parting ways and the enduring influence of that friendship on their lives. There wasn't a dry eye in the Riverside by the end of this video!' The school extended their warm wishes for the future to Ella, Ailish, Cameron R, Fionn, Dylan, Kenneth, Jacob, Ger, Larry, Cameron G, Wiktoria, Jamie, Cody, and Amber.
Irish Independent
11-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
An Bord Pleanála give green light for major extension to Wexford hotel despite objections
The original application that was submitted back in January 2023 detailed their intention to build an extension to the rear of the building that would accommodate 24 additional bedrooms, an office space and stores at ground floor level with outdoor plant area on the roof, all over lower ground level parking area with attached single-storey bin store, and a standalone gas tank enclosure relocated from the existing location. The application also looked for permission for the alteration and extension of the main function room to comprise an adjoining pre-function room facility on the front elevation at ground level. The proposed bedroom extension connections at three upper levels will result in the loss of two rooms at each level, resulting in the proposed development providing a net addition of 18 bedrooms. The application outlined that the slanted roof will minimise scale and address any potential overshadowing to the front of the residential properties located on the opposite side of the external road to the west Bedrooms in the southwest section of the proposed extension are orientated south to exclude potential for any undue overlooking to the west. End balconies have a privacy screen on the west end to avoid overlooking Although the Millhouse Bar, which is located in the northeastern part of the Riverside Park Hotel is on the Record of Protected Structures (E084), they stipulated that the protected structure would not be impacted/materially affected by the proposed development. However, 13 local residents submitted a letter of objection to Wexford County Council, outlining flooding and overlooking concerns believing that these were not addressed satisfactorily. Resident George Kehoe highlighted that the proposed west elevation would increase the risk of privacy violations for a number of residents within the Gurteen / Saw Mill Lane area. "As per the proposed west elevation, there are eight houses overlooking house nos 5,4, and 3. These windows directly impact the privacy and residential amenities of the neighbouring properties. In the case of no.4, these windows directly look overlook the primary garden area at the south of the house.' He added that there are significant concerns that the already existing noise concerns will increase with the equipment required for the maintenance of the proposed plant room. ADVERTISEMENT "Noise from existing heat pumps/generators/extraction fans/ air conditioning units are clearly audible in a number of neighbouring properties in Gurteen. There is a generator at bedroom level of houses in Gurteen that is in use intermittently. There is little to no buffering from these noises. We are concerned the additional noise introduced by the new outdoor plant area, that includes more heat pumps, will further impinge on the neighbouring properties,' he wrote. He also raised concerns over the loss of public car parking spaces and the 'lived' experience of hotel traffic. "Our experience of living in close proximity to the hotel is that the existing 126 hotel car park spaces is not sufficient. There is encroachment onto the private road of Gurteen / Saw Mill Lane. There is huge congestion when concerts and weddings are held in the hotel, leading to road infringements and parking on our road.' Despite this An Bord Pleanala ruled that the scale and nature of the development was acceptable as long as it followed some conditions. One of the conditions included the provision of a plan that would provide protection measures to maintain the integrity of the existing western boundary wall with Saw Mill Lane, as well as details of intended construction practice for the development, hours of working, noise and dust management measures and off-site disposal of construction/demolition waste. The inspector also conducted a number of nature assessments and found that the development would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenity of the area, create any additional flood risk or impact the integrity of the adjacent European sites and would be in accordance with the Wexford Development Plan 2022-2028. Speaking on the decision on behalf of the hotel, Marketing Manager with the Riverside Park Hotel Millie Moore said they are happy with the decision and believe it will bring more opportunities to the area. "We are delighted to have received a positive decision from Bord Pleanála for this expansion of our hospitality offering. We believe this planned expansion of bedrooms from 100 to 118 rooms will allow us to welcome up to 10,000 more visitor nights to Enniscorthy per annum resulting in more and more visitors on the streets of Enniscorthy as well as visiting Wexford Local attractions.' "We believe it will generate up to a further ten full time jobs in the hotel, resulting in up to €300,000 in extra wages back into the community of Enniscorthy,' she added.
Irish Examiner
07-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Wexford tillage farm fetches almost €27,000/acre at auction
Kilkenny-based Donohue Town & Country auctioneers enjoyed another successful auction sale at the Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy on Friday, May 23, where an 86-acre farm in Wexford was up for sale. The holding at Shroughmore (10km northwest of Enniscorthy) included prime agricultural land, outbuildings, and an impressive residence. Most of the top-class lands are in tillage, with little or no wastage, and physically divided into two adjacent sections: One of about 63 acres, the other of about 23 acres. The overall guide price for the property pre-auction was put at €20,000 per acre and offered in the following lots: Lot 1 - The house, outbuildings, and approximately five acres, ideal for establishing an agri-business or equine facilities; Lot 2 - Approximately 81 acres of prime tillage land; Lot 3 - The entire property. The holding at Shroughmore (10km northwest of Enniscorthy) included prime agricultural land, outbuildings, and an impressive residence. Boasting a very scenic setting with views of the Blackstairs Mountains and Mount Leinster, the main house is an impressive four-bedroom property in excellent condition, accessed via a private treelined driveway and built in 1930. The interior boasts a number of attractive features such as antique slate fireplaces, Victorian-style floor tiling, high ceilings, ornate coving and a solid oak staircase The house has also benefitted from a number of extensions and renovations in the intervening years, and extends to almost 230m sq. The range of agricultural buildings, meanwhile, includes a two-span shed with lean-to sheds, two three-span sheds, and several other stone sheds. After competitive bidding, the final bid landed on Lot 3 (the entire) selling under the gravel for an impressive €2.3m (€26,700/acre). The highly anticipated public auction drew strong local interest. Although it was offered in one or two lots, it was ultimately the entire holding that gained the most attention. After competitive bidding, the final bid landed on Lot 3 (the entire) selling under the gravel for an impressive €2.3m (€26,700/acre). 'We're delighted with the result,' said Ed Donohoe, lead auctioneer on the sale. 'This property offered the perfect mix of prime agricultural land and a good quality residence in a truly scenic location. The strong turnout and competitive bidding reflect the continued strength of the rural property market, particularly for quality holdings like this.'
Irish Examiner
20-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
35-acre farm for auction near Gorey guiding €15-€20k/acre
In a busy schedule of online auctions, Gorey-based auctioneers Quinn Property will be putting their next farm up for public auction next Wednesday, May 28. The property for sale is a 35-acre holding at Knockgreany, near Gorey. 'The lands are adjacent to Coolgreany, a picturesque village in North Wexford,' says selling agent David Quinn. The property is 3km from the N11 and convenient to towns such as Gorey and Arklow. With extensive road frontage and a natural watercourse, these are excellent lands that have been reseeded to grass after a long period in tillage. The farm is guiding €15,000 to €20,000/acre and is offered in the following lots: Lot 1 — 4.35 acres of land with possible planning potential; Lot 2 — 30.35 acres of land; Lot 3 — the entire holding. Meanwhile, the same auctioneer has been successfully other farms in May. On May 2, shortly before a 51.7-acre farm at Williamstown, Rathvilly, Co Carlow, was due to go under the hammer online, a deal was struck between purchaser and vendor. Although Mr Quinn is duty-bound not to reveal the price achieved, he did say that it was 'in excess of the priced guide of €10,000-€12,000/acre". On May 14, a 50-acre farm was sold at a combined online/live auction at the Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy. Acre House contained a farmyard and two-storey home. Although it was offered in lots, there was stronger demand for the entire holding — which sold for €1,200,000 (€22,500/acre). Read More West Cork tillage land tipped to exceed €16,000/ac
