Mallow Castle, Mallow, Co. Cork, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Mallow Castle is a magnificent mansion dating back to the 1690s, the time of the Battle of the Boyne. The Castle overlooks the River Blackwater and is approached through the prosperous market town of Mallow, up a sweeping drive, which passes the ruins of the original Mallow Castle, which was destroyed by fire in 1689 and is now a historical monument.
Substantially refurbished in recent years by the present owners, the Castle retains all its character and original charm whilst encompassing modern living standards.
Substantially refurbished in recent years by the present owners, the Castle retains all its character and original charm whilst encompassing modern living standards.
LOCATION: Ideally located in the thriving and historic town of Mallow - known as the crossroads of Munster - Mallow Castle is within walking distance of the town and all amenities. Mallow has been designated a "hub" town under the Irish Government's "National Spatial Strategy" and is set for substantial development in the medium term which will be of interest to those who would see Mallow Castle as a potential commercial opportunity in terms of an up-market country house or hotel.
HISTORY: South of the main house are the original castle ruins, which are now a historic monument. They are believed to date from the 15th. century and were extensively rebuilt a century later by Sir Thomas Norreys, Lord President of Munster. The castle was destroyed by fire in 1689 on the instructions of King James II of England. The grounds also contain the remains of an earlier fortified house, which is believed to date back to the 11th century.
HISTORY: South of the main house are the original castle ruins, which are now a historic monument. They are believed to date from the 15th. century and were extensively rebuilt a century later by Sir Thomas Norreys, Lord President of Munster. The castle was destroyed by fire in 1689 on the instructions of King James II of England. The grounds also contain the remains of an earlier fortified house, which is believed to date back to the 11th century.
MAIN RESIDENCE: The main residence briefly comprises 8 reception rooms, including the library and billiard room, 12 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, kitchens, store rooms and garages.
STAFF APARTMENT: There is a self-contained staff apartment comprising a sitting room, 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and dining room.
YARD: There is an extensive range of stone buildings including the Mill House, stables and general stores, which are ideal for further development - subject to the necessary planning consents.
MALLOW CASTLE RUINS: In the grounds of the main house stand the ruins of previous castles. The most spectacular is the ruin of the old Desmond Castle, rebuilt towards the latter part of the 16th century and finally destroyed by fire in 1689. Some meters south-east stands the ruins of another castle, which predates the Desmond edifice. On the lands in front of the Castle is a spectacular and delightful herd of white deer, descendants of the deer originally given to the Castle by Queen Elizabeth 1st. This herd has been a feature of the Castle ever since and much loved locally.
STAFF APARTMENT: There is a self-contained staff apartment comprising a sitting room, 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and dining room.
YARD: There is an extensive range of stone buildings including the Mill House, stables and general stores, which are ideal for further development - subject to the necessary planning consents.
MALLOW CASTLE RUINS: In the grounds of the main house stand the ruins of previous castles. The most spectacular is the ruin of the old Desmond Castle, rebuilt towards the latter part of the 16th century and finally destroyed by fire in 1689. Some meters south-east stands the ruins of another castle, which predates the Desmond edifice. On the lands in front of the Castle is a spectacular and delightful herd of white deer, descendants of the deer originally given to the Castle by Queen Elizabeth 1st. This herd has been a feature of the Castle ever since and much loved locally.
GARDENS: A raised flagstone terrace runs along the south-west front of the castle, adjoining formal gardens centred on an ornamental fountain, and divided into two levels, the upper of which overlooks the original castle ruins. To the west of the formal gardens, there is a second private garden, surrounded by many different species of mature trees. A ha-ha acts as a boundary for the parkland, where a herd of white deer have grazed since the 16th century.
WITHDRAWN
For further information and to request a brochure, please telephone or email William Montgomery's office as follows:
+44 (0)28 4278 8666 / 8668
william.montgomery@sothebys.com
For further information and to request a brochure, please telephone or email William Montgomery's office as follows:
+44 (0)28 4278 8666 / 8668
william.montgomery@sothebys.com
