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ONE of the most beloved vistas Wexford has to offer is the view out over the River Slaney at Ardcavan on approach to the bridge and the town.

O ne lucky buyer now has the opportunity to own their own little slice of this as the stunning seven bed, six bathroom ‘Manderlay’ at Crosstown goes on the market with a guide price of €1,250,000.

Offered for sale by Savills, the property built in 2004 and situated on 2.9 acres is built on a private elevated site which provides a magnificent setting to enjoy breath-taking views of the River Slaney.

Entering through a portico into the porch, which is tiled with black and white church tiles, this room opens into an impressive hall / sitting room with open fire and fine living space. The sitting room is spacious, formal and features a cream marble fireplace.

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Off the sitting room is a wonderful sunroom with a south-easterly aspect and French doors which invites sunlight throughout the day. The sunroom can also be accessed off the kitchen.

Continuing through the main hall is the living room with stunning views facing the river. This room also features a black marble fireplace, fitted with a gas fire and a solid walnut floor.

Leading on through the back hall is the kitchen/dining room, the heart of the house.  All the kitchen units, including the pantry, are beautifully fitted with either black granite worktops or elm worktops. Off the kitchen is a WC, laundry room, pantry/boot room and a storage room.

The first floor consists of an impressive landing with a floor to ceiling granite window making the most of that magnificent view, which stretches from The Irish National Heritage Park to Wexford Harbour Boat Club. 

The master bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite and there are four other bedrooms on this level, including two en-suites and one with a walk-in wardrobe. All bedrooms enjoy views over the gardens and river.

On this floor there is also a walk-in fitted wardrobe room fitted with walnut doors and a family bathroom with a cast iron bath in the middle of the floor.

The basement floor is quite flexible and could even be converted into a self-contained living space. Steps lead first down to a large cinema room/playroom. Off this room is an office and there is also a games room/snooker room with a fitted bar featuring solid marble top and a walnut front, and a brick wine cellar.

The accommodation on this floor includes two further double bedrooms with a shared bathroom. 

Just a stone’s throw from Wexford town and all its amenities, this desirable property is sure to generate significant interest among those working with a certain budget. Viewing is strictly by appointment with Savills Country Agency.

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