Lough Eske offers some of Donegal’s most stunning views.
And so it’s no wonder that any property on its shores will attract quite a bit of attention.
The Rectory on Lough Eske at Barnesmore is one of those properties.
With six bedrooms and five bathrooms, this stunning home sits on 2.6 acres of stunning woodland and provides the perfect country hideaway.
For sale by Savills, The Rectory has a price tag of €900,000.
The property is approached via a sweeping driveway through pillared gates with the house occupying an elevated position within a private woodland setting.
It spreads over three storeys and retains period features such as sash windows and also more modern touches including beautiful parquet flooring and Bangor blue slates.
The front door opens into a large entrance hall with both a living space and dining space. This room is light filled and an ideal entertaining space for guests. There is access to the reception room from here for a more formal experience with an open fire and high ceilings.
Through the inner hall, there is access to the kitchen / dining room with fully fitted units, an AGA and wonderful views over the Lough and gardens.
The scullery and larders are useful spaces and a great addition to the home. To the rear of the house is the drawing room with open fire which leads to an extended part of the home that is used as a formal dining room. This room could be utilised in many ways including an office, playroom etc. There is also a guest WC off the inner hall.
The first floor comprises four double bedrooms, all have a wash hand basin while two have a full ensuite. The rooms on the northern side of the side have a sweeping view over the water from the bedside. The family bathroom on this level is ideal for staying guests.
Onto the second floor, the master bedroom suite is spacious, airy and again, the views from here are priceless. It has an ensuite and a further bedroom which could be used as a study or nursery if required.
There is a garage which has plenty of storage capacity.
The gardens and grounds are a key feature of the property and offer space for children and adults to enjoy. They also offer privacy and shelter and are low maintenance. The lawned areas are well kept as is the tarmac driveway with space for at least 5/6 cars easily.
For further details on this stunning property see https://www.daft.ie/for-sale/detached-house-the-rectory-lough-eske-barnesmore-co-donegal/5788462
