An opportunity to acquire in excess of 200 acres in Co Carlow doesn’t arise too often but Goffs Property has such a property heading for public auction at the end of February. Ballykillane house set on c211 acres just 3km from Hacketstown and close to the R727 road is sure to appeal to those looking to acquire a significant land holding.

Dating back to the early 18th century, Ballykillane house, formerly part of Lisnavagh Estate, is a hidden jewel full of old-world charm. The c2,200ft2 house is approached via a recessed entrance, tree-lined gravel driveway and enjoys a beautiful parkland setting with views of the Wicklow mountains.

The house is approached via a tree-lined gravel driveway.

In need of significant refurbishment, the residence offers a new purchaser the opportunity to blend their own tastes with this period house. On the ground floor there is an entrance hall, kitchen, pantry, dining room, drawing room and back kitchen. On the first floor there are four bedrooms and a bathroom.

On a beautiful parkland setting, overlooking the River Derneen Ballykillane house has a wonderful backdrop view of the Wicklow Mountains.

The farmyard, which is close to the residence, has a separate gated access point to the yard from the main road. Closest to the house, a courtyard of cut stone granite outbuildings are a standout feature in the yard. There is also a large three-bay double barn and a 36m x 20m all-weather equestrian sand arena. It offers the purchaser a blank canvas if they wish to develop a new farming enterprise there.

Ballykillane House is a hidden jewel full of old world charm.

With 12 acres separated from the main holding by the R727, almost 200 acres are divided only by the quiet Ballykillane/Rathvilly road. The top-quality lands are suitable for any agricultural enterprise. The farm is in a mixture of grass and tillage and is being offered for sale in its entirety or in Lots.

The farm yard consists of a courtyard containing cut granite stone buildings, a machinery shed and a fenced all weather sand arena.

  • Lot 1: Includes the residence and farmyard on c94 acres, c25 acres of which is leased until March 2026 with an annual income of €6,200. The remaining lands, c69 acres, are all in grass. The River Derneen runs to the boundary at the back of this Lot and provides a natural water supply.
  • Lot 2: Extends to c117 acres with frontage on to the R727 and the Ballykillane/Rathvilly road. This land is leased out until March 2026 with an annual rental income of €24,611. Further details on the lease are available from the auctioneers.

    • Ballykillane House, Hacketstown, Co. Carlow along with 211 acres is going for public auction in late February.

  • Lot 3: The entire – residence and lands extending to c211 acres.

    • Unless it is previously sold, this property is for sale by public auction at 3pm on 24 February in the Lord Bagenal, Leighlinbridge, Co Carlow.

    The land is available in its entirety or in two Lots.

    Goffs is joint-agent on this property with Mr Edward Donohoe, Donohoe Town & Country, Kilkenny. Guided in the region of €13,000 to €14,000/acre, the overall is close to €3m. A sale of this size is rare in the county so expect all eyes to be on this property come auction day.

    The courtyard alongside the house consists of a number of granite cut stone buildings.

    Its location in an area with a rich farming pedigree should help. The village of Rathvilly is 7km away while Tullow with its livestock mart is only 20 minutes drive away.