The spacious Laois home designed to make the most of its incredible surroundings

by Sarah Finnan
08th Jan 2025

Tastefully decorated and with spectacular views, Cornfield House is a standout property in Co. Laois.

The property is approached via electric entrance gates and a long gravel driveway that allows you to take in the grandeur of this beautiful home. Surrounded by lush green fields and with a private terrace area to the rear, Cornfield House makes the most of its rural setting with several large windows throughout to capitalise on the incredible views.

A magnificent entrance hall with a sweeping staircase welcomes you inside, while a light-filled sitting room sits to the right-hand side. Featuring dual-aspect windows, a stone fireplace and meticulous finishes, this room is ideal for both quiet relaxation and quality family time alike.

Further inside, you’ll find the open-plan kitchen/dining/living room. A truly dramatic space, it runs the full depth of the house. At one end is a comfortable sitting area with a bespoke stove and state-of-the-art wood-panelled shelving. A marble-topped island unit matching the rest of the bespoke cabinetry sits in the centre of the room, offering additional seating and facing a large picture window overlooking the rolling countryside.

Off the hallway leading to the private carport, there is a large laundry room along with a cosy home office. Another spacious multipurpose room sits just off the hall. Currently being used as a playroom, it has huge potential for conversion and could be redecorated into another bedroom or indeed a study, depending on new owners’ needs. A storage room completes the ground floor accommodation.

Moving upstairs, the galleried landing boasts solid concrete floors with incredible noise insulation. All four double bedrooms are located upstairs, each with its own peaceful corner with scenic views. The master suite also features a massive walk-in wardrobe and fully fitted ensuite. The main family bathroom is also on this floor, featuring an exquisite stand-alone bath and stand-alone shower

Outside the gardens are immaculately kept, with attractive lawn areas and a magnificent sandstone patio and terraced areas. A garage sits neatly to one side of the property offering massive storage space and potential for a further outside room/gym/office. The entire plot spans circa one acre.

Boasting an amazing A3 energy-rated system, the property is a masterpiece in energy efficiency with highlights including an air-to-water heating system, top-of-the-range sash windows and plenty of insulation. The property also qualifies for a low-interest-rate green mortgage.

Situated on the outskirts of the historic village of Timahoe, the property is well set up with a wealth of amenities in the vicinity including schools, a playground, a community centre, shops, sporting facilities, a local pub and a range of great outdoor activities. Portlaoise is less than 10 minutes away, with Carlow and Kilkenny reachable in approximately 30 minutes and Dublin City Centre a little under an hour away.