House for Sale in Holywood (Ards and North Down) | 'Killymard', 17 Circular Road East

Key Features

An exceptional private residence in the heart of Cultra set in approximately 4.5 acres of parkland gardens

Only minutes away from Cultra shoreline

15 minutes from Belfast City Centre, 10 minutes from Belfast City Airport and 5 minutes from Holywood Town Centre.

6 Reception Rooms and 5 Bedrooms

4 car garage

All weather tennis court

Gas central heating

Security Alarm System Installed

Description

‘Killymard’ - Set in approximately 4.5 acres of parkland gardens, Killymard is undoubtedly one of the most important private residences in Cultra.

The Cultra area has for many years been regarded as one of the most desirable residential areas in Northern Ireland, where quality of life and accessibility are key attributes.
Cultra is only minutes from the bustling County Down town, Holywood with local shopping, coffee shops and an array of restaurants. In addition, the Cultra shoreline is within minutes walk from Killymard with pleasant coastal walks to Holywood and Bangor. The location also benefits from easy access to the Bangor Road, with Belfast City Centre within 15 minutes and Belfast City Airport within 10 minutes. The Cultra railway halt is also within a few minutes walk from Killymard with a regular service to Bangor, Holywood and Belfast.

Killymard is an exceptional property in many ways. Dating back to 1929, the property offers generously proportioned accommodation over two floors extending to c. 8200 sqft. The accommodation is presented to an exceptional standard and comprises 6 reception rooms and 5 bedrooms. There are views from the principal room over the gardens to Belfast Lough.

Externally, the property is accessed by a private avenue off Circular Road East. The grounds extend to c. 4.5 acres and are laid in well tended lawns, with mature trees and shrubs offering a profusion of colours in all seasons. The North Eastern boundary lies into c. 25 acres of Transport Museum parkland offering privacy and tranquility. There is a a 4 car integral garage adjacent to the property.

All in all, Killymard, on the market for the first time in 50 years, offers a unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional residence in a parkland setting in one of Northern Ireland’s most sought after residential areas.

Viewing by private appointment is highly recommended.

Rooms

GROUND FLOOR:

ENTRANCE PORCH: Curved hardwood entrance door.

RECEPTION PORCH: Curved hardwood entrance door. Vaulted ceiling quarry tiled floor. Glazed door to:

RECEPTION HALL: 21'1" x 11'4" (6.43m x 3.45m) Attractive oak stairway to First Floor. Oak fireplace with marble inset and hearth. Corniced ceiling.

DRAWING ROOM: 27'0" x 18'9" (8.23m x 5.72m Into bay.) Bay window with French doors to patio and views over gardens to Belfast Lough. Ornate ‘Adam’ fireplace with dog grate. Corniced ceiling. Sliding pocket doors to Garden Room.

GARDEN ROOM: 15'6" x 13'9" (4.72m x 4.2m) French doors to South facing patio area, outlook over gardens to Belfast Lough. Corniced ceiling.

FORMAL DINING ROOM: 23'4" x 17'7" (7.1m x 5.36m) Views over garden to Belfast Lough, corniced ceiling, marble fireplace with slate inset and hearth, dog grate with gas fire (currently disconnected). Seats 14/16 people.

MORNING ROOM: 15'9" x 14'5" (4.8m x 4.4m) Bay window with window seat. Oak panelled walls. Fitted book shelves. Oak fireplace with marble inset and hearth. Corniced ceiling. Recessed lighting.

KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING: 25'0" x 23'0" (7.62m x 7m) Excellent range of high and low level units. 4 oven oil fired Aga. Polished granite work surfaces. Stainless steel inset sink unit with chrome mixer taps. Integrated oven. Microwave. 4 ring hob and fridge. Plumbed for dishwasher. Ceramic tiled floor. Recessed lighting. Pull out larder unit. Partly tiled walls. Open to:

SUN ROOM: 11'0" x 6'7" (3.35m x 2m) Ceramic tiled floor. Views to garden and Belfast Lough. Corniced ceiling. Recessed lighting. Sliding double glazed door to patio.

LIVING ROOM: 24'3" x 16'7" (7.4m x 5.05m) French doors to West facing patio enjoying evening sun. Views over garden to Belfast Lough. Corniced ceiling. Built in storage cupboards and built in shelving. Period oak fireplace with marble inset and hearth, dog grate. Connecting door to Sun Room.

CLOAKROOM: Original Pitch Pine tongue and groove panelled walls. Wash hand basin. Partly tiled walls.

INNER HALL: Elevator to First Floor. Recessed lighting.

SIDE ENTRANCE: Range of low level units. Recessed lighting. Ceramic tiled floor.

STORAGE ROOM: Generous built in storage cupboards. Recessed lighting.

WINE ROOM: 11'0" x 5'8" (3.35m x 1.73m) Built in wine racks. Temperature controlled.

REAR HALL: Corniced ceiling. Recessed lighting.

REAR HALLWAY: Curved entrance door, ceramic tiled floor, access to garage.

BOOT ROOM: 9'8" x 4'0" (2.95m x 1.22m)

UTILITY ROOM: 16'9" x 11'4" (5.1m x 3.45m At widest points.) Range of high and low level units. Single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps. Plumbed for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Access to:

AIRING CUPBOARD: Shelved with pressurised water cylinder.

BUILT IN STORAGE ROOM:

CLOAKS ROOM: With lighting.

FIRST FLOOR:

BEDROOM 2: 19'0" x 13'6" (5.8m x 4.11m) Picture rail. Glazed door to balcony.

ENSUITE BATHROOM: 10'7" x 9'9" (3.23m x 2.97m) White suite comprising: panelled bath. Curved corner shower cubicle. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low flush WC. Chrome heated towel radiator. Views to garden and Belfast Lough.

BEDROOM 3: 14'9" x 14'4" (4.5m x 4.37m) Views to garden and Belfast Lough.

BEDROOM 4: 17'2" x 10'7" (5.23m x 3.23m) Views to garden and Belfast Lough. Built in wardrobe and shelving.

BEDROOM 1: 22'3" x 18'1" (6.78m x 5.5m) Views over garden to Belfast Lough. Excellent range of built in wardrobes. Recess for bed and bedside units. Built in dressing table and chest of drawers. Recessed lighting.

DRESSING AREA: Built in units.

ENSUITE 1: 13'4" x 13'4" (4.06m x 4.06m) Coloured suite comprising: Jacuzzi bath. Fully tiled shower cubicle. Twin vanity unit with cupboards below. Low flush WC. Oriel bay window with seating. Partly tiled walls. Heated towel radiator.

STUDY AREA: 15'6" x 10'7" (4.72m x 3.23m (Average)) Recessed lighting. Access to:

DRESSING ROOM: Range of built in furniture. Wardrobes and chest of drawers. Recessed lighting.

ENSUITE 2: 11'6" x 6'4" (3.5m x 1.93m) Contemporary white suite comprising: Large vanity unit with cupboards below. Large walk in shower. WC. Ceramic tiled floor. Recessed lighting. Towel radiator.

BEDROOM 5: 16'11" x 15'5" (5.18m x 4.7m)

ENSUITE/FAMILY BATHROOM: 12'8" x 7'4" (3.86m x 2.24m) Coloured suite comprising: Tiled panelled bath. Curved corner shower. Vanity sink unit with cupboard below. Low flush WC. Partly tiled walls. Heated towel radiator.

SPACIOUS LADING: Access to roofspace, wall ligting.

LUGGAGE ROOM:

OUTSIDE: Killymard occupies most probably the best site in Cultra. The property is set within 4.5 acres of parkland gardens with well tended lawns and mature trees and shrubs around the perimeter of the site offering considerable privacy An attractive pillared entrance from Circular Road East leads to a sweeping driveway. To the front and side of the property there is generous parking. On the Westerly and North Westerly elevations there are private patio areas capturing the sun from late morning to sunset.

FLOODLIT ALL WEATHER TENNIS COURT:

FOUR CAR GARAGE: 44'8" x 19'5" (13.61m x 5.92m) Four individual automatic doors. Light and power. Gas fired boiler.

GARDEN STORE: 26'6" x 12'4" (8.08m x 3.76m)

GREEN HOUSE: 26'6" x 12'4" (8.08m x 3.76m)

LOG STORE:

: Curved hardwood entrance door.

SPACIOUS LANDING: Access to roofspace. Wall lighting. Elevator.

REAR PORCH: Curved entrance door. Ceramic tiled floor. Access to garage.

ALL WEATHER TENNIS COURT:

FORMAL DINING ROOM (SEATS 14/16 PEOPLE): 23'4" x 17'7" (7.1m x 5.36m) Views over garden to Belfast Lough. Corniced ceiling. Marble fireplace with slate inset and hearth, dog grate.

CLOAKROOM 2: Pedestal wash hand basin. Low flush WC. Extractor fan. Ceramic tiled floor. Recessed lighting.

ENSUITE BATHROOM 2: 13'0" x 8'8" (3.96m x 2.64m) White suite comprising: panelled bath. Shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low flush WC. Views to garden and Belfast Lough. Heated towel radiator.

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