About this property
Enniscorthy 3.4 miles. Thornhill is an impressive, four-bedroom home nestled in the tranquil countryside of County Wexford, in the rural village of Newtown near Enniscorthy. Enjoying far-reaching, countryside views, Thornhill offers spacious living areas, a lovely, large garden, and a delightful balcony, overlooking the country, ideal for a large family break or group getaway. Park up on the private driveway and unload your belongings, making your way indoors, firstly reaching the handy utility room, where you can store your muddy walking boots and coats. On the ground floor you’ll find the bedrooms, including a master double with a sleek bathroom housing an indulgent Jacuzzi bath, two further doubles, one benefitting from an en-suite wet room, and a single room with a convenient trundle bed for ease; the family bathroom is also set on the ground floor, providing plenty of space to prepare for your coming days. Head up to the first-floor and you will find a fully equipped kitchen/diner with balcony access, and a sitting room with woodburning stove to curl up in front of with a book, whilst the snug offers a nook for relaxation away from the rest of the home. After exploring the house, make sure to take some time to appreciate the beauty of the countryside from the wrap-around garden, where you can dine alfresco as the children of your group play on the trampoline and playhouse; the balcony is a great space to indulge in a late-night tipple, rounding off another brilliant day in Ireland. For your nearest amenities and attractions, Enniscorthy rests nearby, where you'll locate a range of shops, eateries, and pubs, along with The National 1798 Rebellion Centre, Enniscorthy Castle, recommended to tour, and the Saint Patrick's Pitch and Putt Club, perfect for practising your swing. Head into the town of Wexford for another day of exploration, where you can brush up on your local knowledge at the Irish National Heritage Park, play a round of golf at Wexford Golf Club, or enjoy one of the many performances showcased at the National Opera House. A firm favourite with families, visit the Secret Valley Wildlife Park, resting south from the home, before filling your itinerary with tours of museums and riverside walks in Waterford, including the Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum (Treasures of Medieval Waterford). Experience all of this at Thornhill.
Enniscorthy is the second-largest town in County Wexford and has a history dating back over 1500 years. It is situated at the tidal extreme of the River Slaney, approximately 14 miles to the north of Wexford. The town has a hilly feel and boasts a splendid Norman castle, which is home to the Wexford County Museum containing items of local and agricultural interest. There is a further interactive museum in the town dedicated to telling the story of the famous 1798 rising. Nowadays the town has a wealth of facilities available to visitors including a swimming pool, leisure centre, golf, tennis, a fantastic mixture of shops, pubs and restaurants, and a farmers' market, which is held every Saturday. Enniscorthy makes for a fantastic touring base being close to beautiful mountains and long stretches of coastline just waiting to be explored. A fantastic place to discover at any time of the year!
Accommodation
Reverse-level.
Four ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with en-suite wet room with shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double, 1 x single with trundle.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen/diner with balcony.
Utility.
First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove.
First-floor snug with electric fire
Oil central heating and underfloor heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
Smart TV, TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Private driveway for 3 cars.
Wrap-around garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue, trampoline and playhouse, and balcony with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.9 miles, pub 1.8 miles.
Note: Steps in the garden, please take care.
Note: There is a dairy farm next door; dogs must be under control.
Note: The garden is now fully enclosed.
Note: Ring Doorbell in use; direct access to owner's if any problems