Ballyhitt House , Our Lady's Island, WexfordY35F2Y3
€725,000
4 Bed~2 Bath~229 m²~BER D
What you'll like:
- Period character preservation: The home retains exceptional 1902 architectural features including original fireplaces, decorative cornicing, and restored timber sash windows, offering buyers a genuine historic aesthetic.
- Stained glass entryway: A handsome main entrance door features a hand-crafted stained-glass centre panel, providing an impressive and welcoming architectural focal point for visitors.
- Generous floor area: Providing approximately 229 square meters of accommodation, the property offers expansive family living space across multiple reception rooms and bedrooms.
- Thoughtful modern extension: Added around 15 years ago, the extension features a Sweeney shaker kitchen and a sunroom that blends seamlessly with the original structure.
- Expansive dining sunroom: The large dining area incorporates a full-height feature window and French doors opening onto the patio, flooding the space with natural light.
- Private acreage: Set on approximately 3.3 to 3.8 acres of private grounds, the property gives buyers abundant outdoor space, mature broadleaf trees, and total seclusion.
- Equestrian potential: The inclusion of stud-fenced paddocks provides secure grazing areas, making the property highly suitable for buyers wishing to keep horses or livestock.
- Established orchards: Mature apple orchards enhance the traditional farmhouse ambiance and offer buyers homegrown fruit harvests within a tranquil rural setting.
- South east patio: A large south-east facing patio area directly off the modern extension creates an ideal sun-trap for outdoor dining and relaxing.
- Coastal proximity: Positioned just a short drive from Our Lady's Island lake, Ballytrent beach, and St Helen's Bay, offering exceptional access to sandy shores.
- Dedicated home office: An upstairs office space provides a practical, quiet environment for remote workers or students needing a distraction-free study zone.
- Flexible accommodation: Four to five bedrooms across two levels allow families to easily adapt rooms for guest quarters, hobby spaces, or multi-generational living.
- Solar water heating: Integrated solar panels assist with water heating, offering a sustainable energy boost that can help reduce household utility bills over time.
- Included kitchen appliances: The sale includes all appliances located in the kitchen and utility room, easing the immediate setup burden for incoming buyers.
- Charming rural views: Surrounded by rolling Wexford farmland and mature trees, the property delivers an idyllic landscape completely removed from urban congestion.
- Short commute to town: Wexford town is reachable in roughly 17 minutes by car, ensuring convenient access to major supermarkets, schools, and hospital facilities.
- Ferry port accessibility: Rosslare Harbour is within easy reach, providing straightforward ferry connections to mainland Europe for international travel enthusiasts.
- Dublin connectivity: Dublin can be accessed in under two hours by car, making the coastal retreat viable for occasional city commuters or weekenders.
- Strong local community: Nearby villages like Broadway and Our Lady's Island offer active local communities, country pubs, cafés, and local heritage sites.
- Outdoor lifestyle hub: The surrounding south Wexford coastline provides fantastic routes for walking, cycling, water sports, and exploring unspoilt natural dunes.
But keep in mind:
- Energy rating limitation: The property carries a D energy rating, which indicates that a new owner may want to invest in upgrades to improve thermal efficiency.
- Private well dependency: Water is supplied via a private well rather than a municipal mains network, requiring the buyer to routinely test and maintain water quality.
- Septic tank management: Wastewater relies on a private septic tank system, meaning buyers must budget for regular inspections, servicing, and possible future remediation.
- Historic window maintenance: While original sash windows offer immense aesthetic charm, they require ongoing specialist maintenance to prevent drafts, sticking, and wood rot.
- Aged heating system: Buyers should thoroughly inspect the oil-fired central heating boiler to confirm its age, efficiency, and remaining operational lifespan.
- Upstairs bathroom layout: The sole first-floor bathroom serves multiple bedrooms, which could create morning bottlenecks for larger families sharing that level.
- Compact fifth bedroom: The small office or fifth bedroom offers restricted floor space, limiting its practical utility to a nursery or very compact study.
- Rural pest vulnerability: Being nestled in a mature rural landscape with paddocks and orchards may increase susceptibility to rural pests requiring proactive mitigation.
- Paddock fencing upkeep: Stud-fenced paddocks will require regular painting, timber replacement, and general upkeep to maintain safety for horses or livestock.
- Isolated emergency response: The rural countryside location means emergency services or delivery vehicles may have longer response times compared to suburban addresses.
- Narrow approach roads: Local approach roads through rural Wexford can be narrow and winding, which requires careful driving during busier seasonal periods.
- Private drainage compliance: Buyers must verify that the septic tank system fully complies with current environmental regulations and local council registration standards.
- Surface water management: Extensive grounds and large patio areas mean buyers should inspect exterior drainage to prevent pooling near the historic foundations.
- Tree root proximity: Mature broadleaf trees close to the dwelling require professional arborist assessments to ensure roots do not impact structural foundations.
- Limited public transport: The rural setting lacks immediate access to frequent public transport options, making reliance on private vehicles an absolute necessity.
- Higher maintenance grounds: Managing nearly four acres of paddocks, orchards, and mature lawns demands significant time, effort, or outsourcing to professional gardeners.
- Extension roof integrity: The junction where the 2011 modern extension meets the 1902 structure should be inspected for potential flashing or weather-sealing vulnerabilities.
- Electrical compliance check: Given the house dates back to 1902 with subsequent additions, buyers should commission a thorough electrical survey to verify wiring safety.
- Chimney and flue condition: Open fireplaces in the master bedroom and sitting room require a certified chimney sweep and inspection before burning solid fuel safely.
- Broadband speed verification: While broadband is listed as available, buyers working remotely should independently verify actual connection speeds and fiber availability onsite.
Price positioning
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- The asking price appears somewhat elevated relative to wider coastal transactions in the surrounding rural sector, reflecting a premium for the considerable acreage, equestrian potential, and extensive historical character features preserved within the Edwardian dwelling.
- Valuation signals are driven by the substantial 3.8-acre holding with stud-fenced paddocks and apple orchards, paired with a modern architectural extension that significantly enhances the overall floor area to nearly two thousand five hundred square feet.
- Support for this ambitious valuation relies heavily on sustained buyer demand for high-end rural retreats near prominent Wexford beaches, whereas potential underperformance could stem from the modest D2 energy rating and the ongoing costs of maintaining period features.
- Relevant contextual factors include the peaceful setting near Our Lady's Island, proximity to multiple coastal amenities, and the rarity of suitably modernized period farmhouses coming to the local market with substantial functional land attachments.
Build Analysis
What we know from similar construction types
- The property is an Edwardian farmhouse originally built in 1902 combined with a modern extension added approximately 15 years ago, requiring a buyer to investigate the structural interface and integration between the older fabric and the newer construction.
- As an older home retaining original features such as sash windows, open fireplaces, and timber flooring, a thorough structural and timber survey should be conducted to check for damp, rot, or timber pest activity.
- The services include a private well and a septic tank, meaning a buyer should verify the capacity, condition, and regulatory compliance of the private wastewater treatment system and test the well water quality.
- The building features a mix of original single-glazed or restored sash windows in the older section and double-glazed timber sash windows in the extension, which may impact overall thermal retention and draft exclusion.
Retrofit Cost*
Possible renovating / insulating expenditure
- Estimated deep-retrofit cost: EUR 35,000 to EUR 55,000.
- Reasoning: The property has a D BER rating, indicating poor energy efficiency typical of older structures. Bringing the building up to a modern B2 standard or higher will likely require upgrading attic and wall insulation where possible without damaging historic fabric, improving air tightness, upgrading the heating system controls, and potentially augmenting the existing solar thermal setup with a comprehensive heat pump or advanced insulation strategy, offset slightly by the fact that some double glazing is already present in the newer extension.
Heating cost*
Estimated expense to heat this property every year
- Estimated annual heating cost: €2,500 to €3,500. Explanation: Given the 229 m² floor area and a D-rated energy efficiency, heating a detached older farmhouse with oil-fired central heating (OFCH) requires significant energy, though partially offset by solar panels used for water heating.
Pollution Safe
9/10Environmental situation to investigate
- The property is situated in a peaceful rural and coastal setting surrounded by farmland, with no major industrial facilities, heavy manufacturing plants, or active large-scale incinerators in immediate proximity.
- Any historical waste management or legacy industrial concerns are minimal in this rural south County Wexford location, though buyers should verify local agricultural practices or minor rural land uses as standard due diligence.
Flood Safe
8/10Water overflow reports to follow up
- The property benefits from an inland rural setting in County Wexford, situated away from immediate coastal inundation risks and major river corridors.
- Official mapping indicates an absence of recorded flood hazards at this specific location, supporting a favourable baseline safety profile.
- Standard regional weather precautions remain prudent given the general topography of low-lying coastal hinterlands in South Wexford.
Recent Local Sales
Verified residential transactions published in the previous five years
Sales on the same street or estateExtra effort was used to find nearby sales here
MILL LODGE, BALLYHITT, BROADWAY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €305,000.00
Recent sales in the wider Our Lady S Island area
SAINT AWARIES, OUR LADYS ISLAND, CO WEXFORD
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €620,000.00
LONDIS SUPERMARKET, OUR LADYS ISLAND, WEXFORD
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €125,000.00
BALLYCUSHLANE LITTLE, BROADWAY, OUR LADYS ISLAND
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €400,000.00
19 LAKESIDE, OUR LADYS ISLAND, BROADWAY
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €278,000.00
EARDOWNES GREAT, BROADWAY, OUR LADYS ISLAND
- Sale date
- Declared sale price
- €315,000.00
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: €7,250 — 1% of €725,000.
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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: roughly €1,500 to €3,000 plus VAT and outlay expenses.
- Land registration fees: approximately €600 to €800 depending on the property value and registration type.
- Property valuation fee: around €150 to €300 if required for mortgage purposes.
- Surveyor fees: approximately €500 to €1,200 depending on the level of detailed structural survey conducted.
- Annual home insurance: roughly €600 to €1,200 depending on the coverage level and rural location.
Forum Talk
What people are saying about this area
- Residents in the Our Lady's Island and Broadway areas frequently discuss the tranquil, scenic rural lifestyle and the strong sense of local community.
- Local forums highlight the popularity of nearby coastal amenities, noting high visitor activity during summer months around Ballytrent Beach, St Helen's Bay, and Rosslare Strand.
- Discussions in regional groups often focus on the convenience of being within a short drive of Wexford town while enjoying a peaceful countryside setting.
- Community notices frequently feature local heritage events, seasonal walks around the lake, and regional outdoor pursuits.
LifeFit Assessment
How well this property may suit your lifestyle
Family
7 areas- Young Children8/10
The property offers extensive private grounds, gardens, and approximately 3.8 acres of outdoor space, making it a wonderful and safe environment for young children to play.
- Teenagers7/10
With four bedrooms, generous reception rooms, and plenty of outdoor space, teenagers will appreciate the independence and space, though the rural location means they will rely on parents for transport.
- Multi-generational Living7/10
The substantial 229 sq. m. layout, including multiple reception spaces and an office, offers good flexibility, although a single-level ground floor annex is absent.
- Single Buyers4/10
A large 229 sq. m. Edwardian farmhouse on 3.8 acres involves significant maintenance and a high purchase price, which may exceed the typical needs or budget of a single buyer.
- Couples8/10
An idyllic coastal and rural retreat offering generous living proportions, period charm, and a peaceful atmosphere ideal for couples looking for space.
- Empty Nesters7/10
Provides a tranquil setting with character and ample room for visiting family, though the large garden and older period maintenance requirements should be considered.
- Retirees6/10
The peaceful rural and coastal setting is ideal for retirement, but the multi-story layout and extensive grounds mean upkeep could become demanding over time.
Work
3 areas- Remote Working9/10
Includes a dedicated first-floor office/bedroom and broadband availability, creating an ideal work-from-home environment in a quiet setting.
- Hybrid Commuting6/10
Wexford town is a 17-minute drive away and Dublin is under two hours, making occasional commuting manageable.
- Retired8/10
A serene, private coastal haven well-suited to retirement, provided the buyer is comfortable managing a period home and large plot.
Practical
8 areas- Ageing in Place5/10
Features a ground-floor shower room and bedroom option, but the primary sleeping quarters and bathrooms are located upstairs across a historic layout.
- Low Maintenance3/10
Being a 1902 Edwardian property with 3.8 acres of grounds, paddocks, and mature trees, ongoing property and land maintenance will be substantial.
- Secure Gated Entry4/10
The property enjoys high privacy in a rural setting, though buyers should verify the current status of physical entrance gates.
- Minimalist Design2/10
The home is defined by rich period character, original fireplaces, sash windows, and traditional farmhouse aesthetics rather than minimalism.
- Flexible Floor Plans7/10
Offers two reception rooms, multiple bedrooms, and a dedicated office space alongside a modern extension.
- Heritage Home10/10
A magnificent 1902 Edwardian farmhouse retaining original features including fireplaces, timber flooring, cornicing, and sash windows.
- Ecological Setup6/10
Includes solar panels to heat water, though the overall D2 BER rating indicates room for further energy efficiency upgrades.
- Outdoor areas10/10
Extensive grounds spanning approximately 3.8 acres include stud-fenced paddocks, broadleaf trees, apple orchards, and a south-east facing patio.
Interests
9 areas- Gardening10/10
Features established apple orchards, mature broadleaf trees, and extensive grounds offering exceptional potential for enthusiastic gardeners.
- Walking9/10
Surrounded by quiet country lanes, scenic coastal paths, dunes, and proximity to several renowned beaches ideal for walking.
- Gym3/10
There is no dedicated home gym setup or fitness facility on site, and commercial gyms would require travel towards Wexford town.
- Cycling8/10
The surrounding flat coastal and rural roads offer picturesque routes for cycling enthusiasts.
- Golf7/10
Proximity to the coast places the property within reasonable reach of local golf offerings such as Rosslare Golf Club.
- Fishing8/10
The coastal location and proximity to Our Lady's Island lake provide excellent local opportunities for fishing.
- Horse Riding10/10
Equipped with stud-fenced paddocks and approximately 3.8 acres, offering ready-made potential to develop equestrian facilities.
- Water Sports9/10
Outstanding proximity to sandy beaches and the south Wexford coastline makes this an ideal base for swimming, surfing, and other water sports.
- Entertaining9/10
Features a large modern dining room/sunroom, a spacious shaker-style kitchen, and a large south-east facing patio area perfect for hosting guests.
Lifestyle
5 areas- Quiet Living10/10
Set in a wonderfully private and tranquil rural location surrounded by rolling farmland, mature trees, and country lanes.
- Rural Living10/10
Enjoys a genuine country setting with stud-fenced paddocks, broadleaf trees, and apple orchards on approximately 3.8 acres of land.
- Village Living7/10
Located close to the picturesque community of Our Lady’s Island and Broadway village, offering local conveniences and a strong community feel.
- Coastal Living9/10
Just minutes away from stunning sandy beaches including Ballytrent, St Helen’s Bay, and Rosslare Strand.
- Urban Living3/10
Situated in a deeply rural and coastal area, requiring a 17-minute drive to reach Wexford town for major urban amenities.
Social
6 areas- Community Involvement7/10
Positioned near close-knit local communities in Our Lady’s Island and Broadway with active local events and church heritage.
- Café Culture5/10
While local rural villages have basic amenities, vibrant cafe culture is primarily found a short drive away in nearby towns and coastal spots.
- Nightlife3/10
The immediate area is quiet and rural, offering country pubs rather than extensive nightlife options.
- Health/Wellness groups5/10
Local community activities exist, but specialized wellness groups would likely require traveling toward Wexford town.
- Networking Opportunities3/10
The rural setting offers very limited local professional networking opportunities.
- Tech-Hub Connectivity3/10
Located in a rural coastal region far from major technology hubs, relying entirely on standard broadband.
Listing information
- Agent
- Kehoe & Associates
- Phone
- 053 9144393
- Current status
- active
- Published on HouseDelve
- 24 September 2026
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