Home of Hallowberry Cruz on the market

Sitting on circa 8 acres, you will find Hallowberry Lodge nestled among the rolling hills and lush country side of the garden county. As a 19th century cottage renovated and remodelled by Caroline and Paul Byrne, it is easy to spot the sublime merging of vintage and contemporary, standing among mature trees in an open yard. The balance of efficiency and taste is evident while taking a stroll through the impeccable grounds and can be seen from the seamless layout and transition from homestead to working yard.

Confluence

As you pass the granite stone entrance, the cast-iron gates retreating behind you, a haven of tranquillity unfolds. Framed in wisteria, the two-storey house provides a picture-perfect scene. Taking a look inside, clean-cut edges through the house, paired with the backdrop of original stone work, is the perfect merging of old and new.

The residence is comprised of an open-plan kitchen complete with a pantry, which then rolls into an inviting conservatory and dining area. The conservatory boasts a built-in bar and a bright, inviting space for all visitors.

A trip through the house unveils a fairy tale of sorts, with a snug sitting room, hidden away from sight, affording a quiet moment away from the hive of activity outside. The snooker table in the games room grants a dynamic edge and proves popular among children of all ages. Fabulous yet functional, the house also has a utility room, boot room, study, four bedrooms with two ensuite as well as a family bathroom.

A touch of class is ever-present in the home, with sash windows and Villeroy and Boch sinks dotted throughout the house.

Retiring to the back of the house, there is a covered barbeque area overlooking the menege (sand arena). This snug space would give ample opportunities to host guests in true alfresco style, even with the Irish weather.

Facilities

Standing adjacent to the house is a detached stone-built annex, offering the ideal retreat. The building is complete with a kitchen area, one bedroom, shower room and individual parking and garden area.

There is a total of seven stable spaces between two stone build blocks, the latter of which has rubber matting and a tack room.

A barn area is comprised of three steel-framed stalls with metal gates, providing the perfect housing complex for mares, foals and stallions. This barn also has ample room available for hay and machinery storage. Vehicular access is aided by sliding doors to the front and rear.

The large L-shaped shed has 12 internal “lodden” boxes on a concrete base and fitted with rubber matting. Productivity is of top priority within, where swivel feeders and hay racks as well as a shower and wash-bay are at hand. A tack room with a lofted area completes the building.

The recent installation of a horse rehabilitation centre is a unique aspect to the property, and the service has proved popular and successful with the equine community. The equipment is fully functional with the buyer having the option to continue the practice.

Other amenities within the property include a lunging arena, 45m x 25m sand arena and a six-bay horse walker. The eight acres is divided into three large post-and-rail-fenced paddocks with excellent-quality grass and vehicular access as well as a quiet road with access to local forest trails.

The property also offers a large parking area, with a two-bay garage providing plenty of room for the manoeuvring of machinery as well as horse boxes.

Hallowberry Cruz

Hallowberry Cruz is a renowned international show jumping star and the apple of Caroline and Paul’s eye. The four-star approved stallion has come up through the rankings and is now based with the ever-competent Shane Breen.

Hallowberry Cruz is home-bred, originating from Cruising and Calcutta Clover and, according to Paul, showed great promise from a very young age.

The horse has a number of impressive credentials under his belt and continues to make serious pace in the international world.

It is easy to see how this Irish Sport Horse has reached such high acclaim for his endeavours when you take a look at his roots and quality upbringing in the heart of the Wicklow countryside. CL

Hallowberry Lodge has a guide price of €890,000 and has received much interest in recent weeks with the sale being handled by Quinn Property.