Monday 14 May 2007

View of Dining Room and Kitchen


View of Kenmare Bay from Dromard


Kenmare background

•Kenmare is a haven of tranquility, gourmet food, superb accommodation and breathtaking scenery in one of the most natural, unspoilt environments in Europe. Cradled in the heart of Kenmare Bay, the picturesque town of Kenmare is the perfect location from which to discover the South West of Ireland, linking the internationally famous Ring of Kerry with the rugged Ring of Beara.
•Founded in 1670, though many generations have passed since then, the unique charm and inherent beauty of the town remains unchanged. The Tourist Board, Fáilte Ireland, officially recognised the historical, cultural and environmental significance of Kenmare by bestowing upon it the title of Kerry's first Heritage Town.
•The Ring of Kerry, known all over the world, follows the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula. It is one of the most dramatic scenic drives in the country and makes a most exciting day tour. Along the 175km route are picturesque villages, an abundance of historical landmarks, sandy coves and beaches.
•To the north of Kenmare is the Killarney National Park, 10,000 hectares of woodland and magical mountains, with spectacular views of the lakes of Killarney.
•The unspoiled Ring of Beara lies to the south of Kenmare. Its rugged beauty is beyond compare, traffic is minimal and it abounds with archaeological sites and spectacular views.
•Whether it is walking on the mountains, cruising on the bay, horse riding, golfing, fishing, touring or soaking up the best of music you will not be disappointed in Kenmare.

Detailed description of the House

Entrance Hall – a marble tiled hall which leads to:
The Drawing Room – a delightful bright, oak-floored room with views over the bay and with an impressive open cream marble pillared fireplace, with marble hearth and mantelpiece.
The Living Room, Dining Room and Kitchen – all three areas form a large open plan Crema Marfil marble floored room.
The Living Room features comfortable seating in an octagonal shaped room overlooking the Mountains and Bay areas. The room includes a cream marble fireplace, Waterford Crystal chandelier and double doors leading to the outdoor patio and three large slide and sash windows which frame the impressive views.
The Dining Room features a unique Made in Kenmare circular mahogany table with cream leather seating for eight guests.
The Kitchen is a comprehensively and excellently designed room with beautifully crafted floor and wall mounted units, drawers with the soft closing system all topped off with a granite work surface and separate island with seating for four people. There is a fitted RangeMaster gas cooker, an integrated dishwasher and two integrated fridge freezers, one of which has an ice making machine built in. There is also a large slide out pantry with extensive shelving.
Utility Room features a range of built in cupboards and storage areas including a Washing Machine and Clothes Dryer. A Siemens Microwave is also found here.
Television Room is situated behind the kitchen and features relaxed seating for viewing of 42” Sony LCD TV. Recordable DVD player and SKY channels are attached. The room also has large glass double doors which lead out to the outdoor patio with views of the Beara Mountains.

Guest Bathroom - wash hand basin and WC situated in the entrance hall tiled with Crema Marfil tiles
Master Bedroom – with two large slide and sash windows facing a southern aspect with views of the bay and surrounding mountains, the bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe and fully tiled ensuite bathroom with Multi Head Shower, large bath, wash hand basin ad WC. The bedroom has a mahogany sleigh bed with matching cupboard and bedside lockers and a comfortable chair. 32” Flat screen LCD TV also included.
Guest Bedroom One – overlooking the MacGillicuddy Reeks this guest bedroom has a fully tiled ensuite bathroom with Power shower, wash hand basin and WC. The bedroom features an antique double bed, comfortable chair and wardrobe.
Guest Bedroom Two – the largest of the guest bedrooms this room has two single walnut sleigh beds with matching lockers and wardrobes and also has a fully tiled ensuite bathroom with large power shower, wash hand basin and WC.
Guest Bedroom Three – this well proportioned bedroom features an antique headboard, matching lockers and dressing table. The bathroom is fully tiled with a walk in power shower, wash hand basin and WC.
Outdoor Patio – cobbled paving area approximately 50 square metres houses an eight seater Teak outdoor dining table with fold out canopy and Aussie Roaster Gas barbeque with fabulous views over Muxnaw mountain and the Kenmare Bay.

Miscellaneous:
Garage – situated to the rear of the house, the garage can accommodate one car with ease.
Plant room – situated near the back entrance door this houses the Boiler/Condenser for the under floor heating, the air circulation system, the hot water storage system and the pump for the well water. The house has its own fresh water supply from a well located on site.
Attic – there is ample room in the attic for storage and potential for secondary accommodation or for a games room.
Garden – the front of the house features a large lawn fit for croquet or other lawn games. At the rear of the house on the highest point is a large rock which acts as a viewing point over the whole scenic area.

Brief introduction to the house

•Dromard is a recently built 3000 square foot bungalow which is superbly located on a quiet hillside one and a half miles from the centre of Kenmare Town.
•The house has been beautifully designed so that the main rooms are arranged to take advantage of the spectacular, panoramic views of Kenmare Bay, the Beara Peninsula and the MacGillicuddy Reeks.
•The house benefits from well proportioned rooms, all of which are finished to an exceptionally high standard with excellent quality fixtures and fittings.
•The garden and terrace areas of the grounds provide the perfect opportunity to entertain amidst the uninterrupted views.
•The house is approached off a lane from the main road. The 500 yard long entrance road winds up to the western side of the house where there is ample guest parking. The rear of the house provides private parking for the residents of the house.
•The main entrance at the front of the house is reached via an attractive block paving path flanked by boxed hedging.