A five-bedroom residence with equestrian facilities and approximately 52ac of land has come to the market at Donickmore, Dungourney, Co Cork, with a guide price of €1.25m.
The property, which is being offered for sale by Brian Gleeson Property, has been in the same ownership for 35 years and was previously operated as a successful horse-training establishment.
During that time, owners Carmel and Gerry O’Keeffe have developed the farm buildings, stables and other equestrian facilities on the holding.
The property has also undergone some recent improvements, with new windows and doors installed in the residence within the past six weeks.
Selling agent Brian Gleeson says the holding occupies a particularly attractive location in east Cork, an area known for its dairy farming and equestrian activity.
“It’s in a great location in the heart of east Cork, in the heart of prime dairy country, with quality dairy farmers and also top-class horsemen and women,” he says.
The property was operated as a boutique training establishment and, according to Brian, produced the prolific winner, Donickmore, the home’s namesake.
The equestrian facilities include stables, a horse walker and an outdoor riding arena, along with a range of associated farm buildings.
These facilities provide scope for a purchaser interested in continuing equestrian activities, while the land may also appeal to those seeking an agricultural holding.
The five-bedroom residence offers accommodation for family living, with the surrounding lands and buildings providing opportunities for a range of uses.
The holding is situated in the east Cork countryside, within reach of Midleton, Tallow and Killeagh, providing access to local services and amenities.
Although the setting is rural, Brian points out that the property is not isolated.
“It’s in the heart of the countryside but close to everything,” he says.
Prospective purchasers
With the current owners now downsizing, the property is being marketed in one or more lots, allowing prospective purchasers to consider different options.
Brian says, “The road frontage provides flexibility to subdivide the holding, with buyers potentially able to acquire the residence, farm buildings and equestrian facilities with a smaller area of land rather than purchasing the entire 52ac.
“We basically left it open to the market, for the market to decide what people wanted,” he explains.
The sale may therefore attract interest from equestrian buyers, farmers and those seeking a substantial country residence with land and outbuildings.
Donickmore is offered for sale by private treaty, with the possibility of an auction at a later date.
The guide price for the entire property is €1.25m.
