Mourne Park Estate, Kilkeel, Newry

A famous and historic country house in magnificent parkland setting between the mountains and the coast. 8 reception rooms, 17 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms,courtyards,stables, 2 cottages,2 gate lodges, gardens, arboretum, lake.

Exceptionally private country house, located halfway between Belfast and Dublin, at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, near the shores of Carlingford Lough. This unique property, former playground for some of history's most colourful characters, was commissioned as a home for Lord Kilmorey, and is for sale for the first time in its' fascinating history. Renown for the extensive gardens which are a secluded oasis of rare specimen trees, the 'pleasure gardens' were intenionally laid out to please all the senses. The house is south facing, towards the lawns sweeping down to an enchanting lake, home to numerous species of bird life. The courtyards have two seperate guest or staff houses, Victorian stabling and garaging for 6 cars in the former coach houses. Additionally there are two gate lodges, over 140 acres of parkland, woods and paddocks. Alternatively, the prime location and proximity of a Championship Golf Course make this also a rare development opportunity. View »