
Ballycarrigeen Upper, Ferns, Enniscorthy, Co. WexfordY21K067
€450,000
4 Bed~2 Bath~BER C
What you'll like:
- Immaculate presentation: The property is presented in exceptional condition throughout, allowing new owners to move in immediately without requiring costly cosmetic repairs or immediate redecoration works.
- Spacious detached layout: Featuring four generous bedrooms and multiple reception areas, the home provides comfortable accommodation well-suited to growing families seeking room to breathe.
- Dual aspect living room: The bright main reception room benefits from a beautiful bay window and a cozy wood burning stove, creating a welcoming atmosphere for daily relaxation.
- Versatile additional playroom: A separate dual-aspect playroom offers an ideal multi-use space easily adaptable for a home office, children's den, or formal study area.
- Impressive kitchen dining room: The heart of the home boasts custom solid wood oak cabinets, a central island, and a Belfast sink, combining classic aesthetics with practical functionality.
- Gourmet gas range cooker: Food enthusiasts will appreciate the inclusion of a high-end Rangemaster gas double range oven with a charming brick surround for serious cooking.
- Dedicated utility room: A separate utility space is fully plumbed for laundry appliances and features custom hand-painted cabinets, keeping household chores conveniently separate from the main living areas.
- Flexible fourth bedroom: The fourth bedroom retains existing plumbing connections, offering buyers a straightforward opportunity to convert the space back into an upstairs bathroom if desired.
- Built-in wardrobe storage: All four bedrooms come equipped with functional built-in wardrobes, maximizing floor space and providing immediate, convenient storage solutions for residents.
- Generous private plot: Set on approximately three-quarters of an acre, the expansive grounds offer wonderful privacy and ample outdoor space for family activities and gardening enthusiasts.
- Secure enclosed boundaries: The fully gated and fenced rear garden ensures a safe, secure environment for young children and family pets to play freely without supervision worries.
- Mature natural landscaping: The grounds feature mature trees, hedging, and pollinator-friendly planting, creating a picturesque, established rural backdrop that enhances the overall property appeal.
- Outdoor entertainment ready: A dedicated patio and barbecue area provide fantastic spaces for hosting outdoor gatherings, summer dining, and entertaining family and friends in comfort.
- Recreational basketball court: A large concreted outdoor area currently set up as a basketball court offers an exceptional recreational amenity for children and active adults alike.
- Extensive outdoor storage: Three large storage sheds provide abundant space for tools, bicycles, and garden equipment, keeping the main dwelling clutter-free and well-organized.
- Productive polytunnel garden: A dedicated polytunnel and established vegetable beds enable homegrown produce cultivation, appealing directly to buyers interested in sustainable living and gardening.
- Established fruit orchard: The property features mature apple trees alongside established blueberry and raspberry bushes, offering delightful seasonal harvesting right in the back garden.
- Scenic mountain views: The stairs and landing area offer lovely views of Sliabh Bhui Mountain, adding a picturesque local touch to the daily indoor experience.
- Comfortable oil heating: The property is equipped with an oil-fired central heating system and a solid fuel stove, ensuring reliable warmth throughout the colder winter months.
- Convenient regional access: Located a short drive from Camolin village, Gorey, and Enniscorthy, the home offers easy access to local schools, shops, and essential transport links.
But keep in mind:
- Unverified floor area: The total floor area of the property is not provided in the listing details, requiring buyers to measure and verify the exact internal dimensions independently.
- Unstated property type: The exact architectural classification and legal property type details are missing from the description, necessitating formal confirmation via legal title deeds before purchase.
- Private well water: The water supply relies on a private well rather than a municipal mains network, meaning buyers must test water quality and budget for filtration maintenance.
- Private septic tank: Sewage treatment depends on an on-site septic tank system, which requires professional inspection to ensure regulatory compliance and proper long-term operational condition.
- Exclusions in sale: The dryer is explicitly excluded from the sale price, meaning the incoming buyer must budget for the purchase and installation of a replacement laundry appliance.
- C-rating energy profile: A BER rating of C indicates that energy efficiency is moderate rather than elite, suggesting potential future upgrade costs for insulation or heating to lower bills.
- Rural maintenance demands: Managing approximately 0.75 acres of mature gardens, orchards, polytunnels, and extensive outbuildings requires substantial ongoing physical upkeep and considerable regular weekend labor.
- Oil heating volatility: Reliance on oil-fired central heating exposes the household to fluctuating fuel oil market prices and requires monitoring and refilling external storage tanks periodically.
- Septic tank compliance: Buyers should commission a specialized structural and environmental inspection of the septic tank and percolation area to prevent costly remediation liabilities post-purchase.
- Well water testing: Due to private well reliance, rigorous microbiological and chemical testing should be performed during the diligence period to confirm safety for daily consumption.
- Rural commuting reliance: Situated outside major urban centers in Wexford, daily life requires heavy reliance on private motor vehicles for commuting, schooling, and routine shopping trips.
- Outbuilding condition checks: The multiple metal and timber storage sheds require careful inspection for rust, dampness, and structural integrity to determine their remaining useful lifespan.
- Polytunnel weather resilience: Polytunnels and associated outdoor structures are susceptible to storm damage in exposed rural locations, potentially requiring periodic plastic skin replacements and frame repairs.
- Plumbing conversion costs: Reverting the fourth bedroom back into an upstairs bathroom, while plumbed, will still incur material and labor expenses that buyers should factor into their budget.
- Boundary fence verification: With approximately 0.75 acres of rural land, buyers must have their legal representative carefully verify all boundary lines against official land registry maps.
- Access road maintenance: Depending on the specific rural lane conditions leading to the property, residents may share collective or individual responsibility for maintaining local approach roads.
- Local service capacity: Rural locations can sometimes experience constraints regarding broadband internet speeds, making it vital for remote workers to verify high-speed connection availability prior to purchase.
- Surface water drainage: The extensive hardscaped concrete basketball area and patio spaces should be checked for proper runoff management to prevent any pooling near the dwelling foundations.
- Stove safety inspection: The wood burning stove in the living room should be inspected by a certified professional to ensure chimney flues and hearth installations meet current safety standards.
- Asking price stability: The recorded asking price has remained unchanged at €450,000 without immediate reductions, suggesting the vendor may currently hold a firm stance on valuation expectations.
Price positioning
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- The asking price appears broadly in line with comparable rural family homes in the wider Enniscorthy and Ferns region, reflecting balanced market positioning for a four-bedroom property set on substantial private grounds.
- Valuation signals are supported by the extensive external amenities, including a large mature site of approximately three quarters of an acre, multiple storage structures, polytunnel, and versatile recreational areas which add tangible value.
- Upside support for the asking price could be reinforced by the immaculate interior presentation and high-quality bespoke kitchen finishes, whereas potential underperformance might stem from its rural location requiring heavy car dependency.
- Relevant market dynamics include a steady, unchanging asking-price history since initial listing, suggesting a confident vendor strategy with little immediate pressure to discount in a stable regional housing market.
Build Analysis
What we know from similar construction types
- The property features a detached layout with a dual-aspect living room, playroom, and a kitchen/dining area complemented by a utility room.
- Services include a private well water supply and a septic tank, which a buyer should inspect and verify for compliance and capacity.
- The fourth bedroom retains plumbing allowing it to be potentially reverted to a full bathroom if desired.
- A buyer should verify planning and building compliance for the multiple outbuildings, metal sheds, polytunnel, and concrete basketball court situated on the 0.75-acre site.
Heating cost*
Estimated expense to heat this property every year
- Estimated annual heating cost: €1,800 to €2,400.
- Explanation: This property features an oil-fired central heating system alongside a wood-burning stove in the living room. Given a C BER rating and a detached four-bedroom layout, energy consumption will largely depend on household usage habits, oil prices, and the supplementary use of solid fuel.
Pollution Safe
9/10Environmental situation to investigate
- The property is located in a rural countryside setting in County Wexford, appearing well removed from major industrial plants or waste incinerators.
- Any prospective buyer should independently verify the status of local agricultural practices and private well water quality as part of standard due diligence.
Flood Safe
9/10Water overflow reports to follow up
Recent Local Sales
Verified residential transactions published in the previous five years
Sales on the same street or estate
BALLYBEG, FERNS, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €545,000.00
CRAAN, FERNS, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €475,000.00
BALLYBOY, FERNS, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €152,000.00
MILLTOWN, FERNS, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €370,000.00
LODGEWOOD, FERNS, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €400,000.00
Recent sales in the wider Enniscorthy area
GARRYVARREN, BALLYMURN, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €415,000.00
41 IRISH ST, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €125,000.00
DRANAGH LODGE, CAIM, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €325,000.00
COOLNALEEN, CAMOLIN, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €483,000.00
LAMBSTOWN, KILLURIN, ENNISCORTHY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €162,500.00
Source: Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA), Residential Property Price Register (PPR). Matching uses address information published by the PPR rather than measured map distance. It may omit nearby properties on differently named streets.
Last Sale
A confidently matched previous PPR transaction for this property
No confidently matched previous sale was found in the Property Price Register.
Buyer fees*
Associated expenses guide
- Estimated stamp duty: €4,500 — 1% of €450,000.
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Based on the asking price shown on this page, using standard residential stamp-duty rates. No adjustments are made for VAT, reliefs, mixed-use property or additional land. The final purchase price and your circumstances may change the amount payable.
- Solicitor legal fees: €1,500 to €3,000 plus VAT and outlays.
- Land registration fees: €400 to €800 depending on the property value and registration type.
- Property valuation fees: €150 to €300 for a mortgage or market valuation.
- Surveyor fees: €500 to €1,200 depending on the level of detail required for a structural survey.
- Annual home insurance: €400 to €800 depending on the level of buildings and contents cover selected.
Forum Talk
What people are saying about this area
- Local residents in the Ferns and Enniscorthy areas frequently discuss rural community life, noting the peaceful countryside setting and strong local engagement.
- Community groups on social platforms often highlight the scenic appeal and outdoor recreational opportunities near Sliabh Bhui mountain.
- Discussions regarding rural properties in County Wexford often center on the convenience of being within driving distance of larger towns like Gorey and Enniscorthy.
- Local infrastructure topics often include rural driving conditions, septic tank maintenance standards, and private well water management.
LifeFit Assessment
How well this property may suit your lifestyle
Family
7 areas- Young Children9/10
The property features four bedrooms, a separate playroom, and an exceptionally well-maintained, fully enclosed 0.75-acre rear garden with a concrete basketball court, making it ideal for young families.
- Teenagers8/10
With four well-proportioned bedrooms, a generous 0.75-acre plot, and ample outdoor recreational space including a basketball court and storage sheds, teenagers will appreciate the independence and room to move.
- Multi-generational Living6/10
The four-bedroom detached home offers good overall space, though it lacks a dedicated downstairs bedroom or separate annexe configuration for true multi-generational privacy.
- Single Buyers4/10
At an asking price of €450,000 and situated on a large rural plot requiring ongoing maintenance, this property is generally better suited to families or couples rather than single buyers.
- Couples8/10
Couples looking for a spacious detached home with a large garden, country views towards Sliabh Bhui Mountain, and a high-end kitchen will find this an appealing option.
- Empty Nesters7/10
Provides plenty of space for visiting family, though the large 0.75-acre garden and rural location require ongoing upkeep that empty nesters may find demanding over time.
- Retirees6/10
While offering a peaceful countryside setting, the rural location requires driving for amenities, and the extensive grounds involve significant garden maintenance.
Work
3 areas- Remote Working8/10
The separate playroom can easily double as a home office, providing a quiet and dedicated workspace away from the main living areas.
- Hybrid Commuting6/10
Convenient access to Gorey (17km) and Enniscorthy (13km) supports hybrid commuting, though reliance on a car is absolute.
- Retired7/10
Peaceful setting with single-level elements and comfortable living spaces, though garden upkeep should be factored in for retirees.
Practical
8 areas- Ageing in Place6/10
Features a ground-floor shower room and accessible layout, though stairs to the upper bedrooms and the large garden maintenance present some challenges for long-term aging in place.
- Low Maintenance4/10
The C. 0.75-acre plot, mature gardens, polytunnel, and private well/septic tank systems require ongoing active maintenance.
- Secure Gated Entry7/10
The property benefits from being fully enclosed with gated access and a fully secure rear garden.
- Minimalist Design4/10
The home features traditional touches such as solid oak cabinets, a brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove, and extensive wooden finishes rather than stark minimalism.
- Flexible Floor Plans8/10
Includes a separate playroom adaptable as a home office or extra reception room, and a fourth bedroom with prior plumbing in place to easily revert to a bathroom.
- Heritage Home3/10
This is a modern, immaculately presented detached home rather than a period or protected heritage property.
- Ecological Setup8/10
Equipped with pollinator-friendly planting, a polytunnel, vegetable beds, fruit orchards, a wood-burning stove, and private well water and septic tank services.
- Outdoor areas10/10
An exceptional C. 0.75-acre outdoor offering featuring a mature private garden, patio, BBQ area, basketball court, three storage sheds, and a wooded area.
Interests
9 areas- Gardening10/10
An absolute haven for gardeners, featuring a polytunnel, vegetable beds, an orchard with apple trees, established blueberry and raspberry bushes, and a wooded area.
- Walking8/10
The scenic rural surroundings offer pleasant country roads for walking, complemented by views of Sliabh Bhui Mountain.
- Gym3/10
There is no dedicated home gym facility on-site, and the rural location means travel to the nearest town is required for fitness centers.
- Cycling7/10
Quiet rural roads surrounding the property offer good cycling routes, though local traffic on regional connectors should be considered.
- Golf5/10
Requires travel to nearby towns such as Gorey or Enniscorthy for access to golf course facilities.
- Fishing5/10
General rural location in Wexford provides access to regional rivers, though buyers should verify the proximity of specific fishing spots.
- Horse Riding7/10
The spacious 0.75-acre plot and rural setting lend themselves well to rural equestrian interests, though equestrian infrastructure is not currently built on-site.
- Water Sports3/10
Inland location means water sports require travel to coastal areas or major river points.
- Entertaining9/10
Features an impressive kitchen/dining room with a Rangemaster cooker and island, patio doors leading to a BBQ area, and extensive outdoor patio space for hosting guests.
Lifestyle
5 areas- Quiet Living9/10
Located in a rural setting outside Ferns and Enniscorthy with private mature grounds and mountain views, ensuring a very peaceful environment.
- Rural Living10/10
Set on a private C. 0.75-acre site featuring a polytunnel, orchard area, and wooded section, perfectly suited for rural living.
- Village Living6/10
Situated approximately 7.7km from Camolin village, offering reasonable proximity to local community hubs without being directly in the village.
- Coastal Living3/10
This inland Wexford location is far from the immediate coast, offering rural countryside rather than seaside living.
- Urban Living2/10
Set in a rural countryside location far removed from city centers or major urban hubs.
Social
6 areas- Community Involvement6/10
Proximity to nearby villages like Camolin and larger towns offers opportunities to join local clubs and community groups.
- Café Culture4/10
Café options are limited immediately nearby and require a short drive into neighboring towns.
- Nightlife3/10
Rural setting offers virtually no nightlife on the doorstep; residents must travel to Enniscorthy or Gorey for evening entertainment.
- Health/Wellness groups4/10
Wellness groups are primarily accessed by traveling into nearby towns rather than being within walking distance.
- Networking Opportunities3/10
Professional networking opportunities are sparse locally and require travel toward larger employment hubs.
- Tech-Hub Connectivity4/10
While remote work is supported by the layout, buyers should verify the local broadband speeds available at this rural address.
Listing information
- Agent
- Property Partners O'Brien Swaine
- Phone
- 053 948 1708
- Current status
- active
- Published on HouseDelve
- 17 October 2026
- Correction
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