This incredible period home in Co Kildare is on the market for €1.25 million

An exceptional six-bedroom, seven-bath home, Huntsman House is an impressive property that combines the best of classic Edwardian architecture and tasteful modern additions designed by award-winning architect Paul Brazil.

Dating back to the 1900s when the property was believed to have been built by the Kildare Hunt for their huntsman, the home was later granted to Henry L Mansfield by Eustace Mansfield in 1911. Descendants to the Mansfields of Morristown Lattin, Henry was also a member of the 15th battalion of the Lancashire fusiliers during World War I. In 1994, Huntsman’s house underwent extensive renovations and a handwritten letter from Henry Mansfield to his parents was discovered behind an old wardrobe.

Set over two floors, the internal accommodation extends to about 484 sq m / 5,209 sq ft. On the ground floor, you’ll find a bathroom, playroom, utility room, living room, kitchen, dining room, wc, study and drawing room.

The three formal living spaces to the front of the house are well laid out and light-filled while the ‘everyday’ living quarters to the rear of the house are cosy, comfortable and ideal for modern family living. There are five reception rooms in total including a country-style, open-plan kitchen/dining room with access to an outside dining terrace.

Upstairs there is a magnificent master bedroom with two walk-in wardrobes and an en-suite.
There are a further five bedrooms with three ensuite. Most of the rooms feature high ceilings, bright aspects, and views of the gardens.

Spanning approximately 1.5 acres of mature landscaped grounds, the property is just 1.5km from Naas where you’ll find an abundance of facilities, including restaurants, hotels, pubs, supermarkets and a hospital. Ireland’s largest regional shopping centre, Whitewater, and a number of four-star hotels can be found in the neighbouring town of Newbridge.

Meanwhile, Kildare Town – home to The Irish National Stud together with The Japanese Gardens and St. Fiachra’s Garden – is just 20km away. A variety of primary and secondary schools the local area. There are also excellent transport facilities within easy reach including numerous bus routes and two train stations nearby. Importantly, Dublin Airport is about a 40-minute drive away.

The outside space is one of Huntsman House’s most attractive features. Originally designed by Elma Fenton, a silver medallist at the Chelsea Flower Show, the garden is laid to lawn with a perimeter of mature hedging and trees. The privacy the garden offers is unrivalled as well as the peaceful atmosphere the garden creates. The west-facing aspect means that the garden is used year-round, especially in the summer when you can dine on the terrace just off the kitchen.

The canal adjoins the property on the west side and there is also a spacious garage on site (located beside the secondary entrance) which is multifunctional and could be converted into a large home office if needed.

Currently on the market for €1,250,000, viewing of this property is highly recommended and can be arranged through Sherry FitzGerald O’Reilly. In the meantime, enjoy a closer look at Huntsman House in our gallery below.