Great experience from start to finish, Ross you did a great job keeping us up to date throughout our purchase delighted to be in our new home! Thank you
- Gavin Harper
Ross was first class. He answered all my queries in a timely fashion and nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend Ross and Templeton Robinson to anyone.
- Eloise McGurnaghan
Professional team and excellent client care
With such a major life decision, we wanted an agent we could trust to work with us and achieve the right result. From the outset the service we received Ross McKnight and the team at Templeton Robinson in Lisburn was professional and reassuring at every step of the process. We felt Ross understood the task ahead and worked with us as a trusted advisor throughout the sale, his advice and approach always being considered and sensible, and we built a great working relationship with him, to the extent that we felt we were all working towards the same goal as a team, rather than just client and agent. As is usual in the house buying and selling process, it was not always straightforward, however Ross was always available to offer advice and help with the bumps in the road. We would highly recommend Templeton Robinson, and Ross McKnight in particular, to anyone waning to sell their property, looking for a professional team with the right approach, market advice and genuine care for their clients. Thank you to Ross and all of the team for getting us across the line!
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Description
A distinguished Grade B1 listed Georgian residence, Annsborough House blends timeless elegance with modern comfort, set on a mature one-acre private site within walking distance of Castlewellan's amenities. Rich in character, the property features exceptional period detail, including original fireplaces, ornate cornicing, ceiling roses, and refined architectural finishes rarely found in modern homes.
Dating back to the early 1700s, the house was extended between 1810-1820 by William and James Murland, key figures in the local linen industry, and birthplace of James Murland. Its historical integrity was carefully preserved during a 1998 refurbishment overseen by Historic Monuments.
The interior opens with an impressive vestibule leading to a grand hallway. Three elegant reception rooms - the morning room, drawing room, and library feature high ceilings, parquet flooring and marble fireplaces. The spacious kitchen and dining area, complete with granite worktops and a central island, flows into a bright sunroom. The ground floor also includes a bathroom, utility room, and preparation kitchen.
Upstairs, a striking cast iron staircase leads to six well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a separate shower room. Former servant's quarters provide two additional versatile rooms.
Externally, the property enjoys private, mature gardens with expansive lawns. Traditional stone outbuildings including stables, a coach house, pig houses, hay lofts, and a workshop retain their original charm and offer significant potential.
Annsborough House presents a rare opportunity as a family home, development project (subject to planning), or hospitality venture, set in the scenic surroundings of Castlewellan near the Mourne Mountains.
Features
Elegant Grade B1 Listed Georgian Residence In The Sought-After Annsborough Area Of Castlewellan Dating Back To The Early 1700s And Rich In Heritage
Extended Between 1810-1820 By The Murland Brothers And Carefully Refurbished In 1998 Under Historic Monuments Supervision
Retains An Exceptional Range Of Original Period Features All Beautifully Preserved And Presented
Set On Approximately One Acre Of Mature, Private Gardens Offering A Peaceful And Secluded Setting
Includes A Collection Of Traditional Stone Outbuildings Such As Stables, A Coach House, And Groom"s Quarters All Full Of Character And Potential
Welcoming Entrance Vestibule Opens Into A Grand Hallway With Elegant Parquet Flooring
Impressive Reception Spaces Include A Morning Room With A Black Marble Fireplace Bearing The Murland Family Crest And A Spacious Drawing Room With An Italian Marble Fireplace
Additional Living Areas Include A Charming Library And A Bright Sunroom Accessed From The Kitchen
Generous Kitchen Dining Space Featuring A Central Island, Granite Worktops, And Parquet Flooring, Supported By A Utility Room, Preparation Kitchen And Rear Hall
Ground Floor Bathroom With A Striking Freestanding Bath, Complemented Upstairs By A Main Bathroom And Separate Shower Room
Six Well-Proportioned Bedrooms, Including One With Direct Bathroom Access
Former Servant"s Quarters Provide A Self-Contained Bedroom And Living Area, Ideal For Flexible Use
Property Offers Significant Development Potential (Subject To Planning), Including Previous Use As Six Apartments And A Registered Guest House
Conveniently Located Within Walking Distance Of Castlewellan"s Amenities Combining Privacy With Accessibility
Room Details
Hardwood front door with stained glass sidelights and top lights with lead detailing and Annsborough House etching.
RECEPTION PORCH:
Solid wood herringbone flooring, cornice ceiling and ceiling rose, glazed door with glass side light and top light to . . .
RECEPTION HALL:
Herringbone wooden flooring, ornate cornice ceiling with picture rails, understairs storage, door to rear.
MORNING ROOM: 20' 3" X 14' 9" (6.18m X 4.49m)
Dual aspect windows, outlook to front and side, herringbone wooden flooring, ornate cornice ceiling, ceiling rose, original feature fireplace with Murland family coat of arms insert and cast iron inset and granite hearth.
DRAWING ROOM: 20' 1" X 17' 10" (6.12m X 5.44m)
Dual aspect windows, outlook to front and side, herringbone solid wooden floor, cornice ceiling with picture rail and ceiling rose, feature Italian marble fireplace with cast iron and tiled inset, doorway leading to kitchen diner.
LIBRARY ROOM: 14' 9" X 13' 4" (4.49m X 4.07m)
(at widest points). Outlook to side, cornice ceiling, ceiling rose, herringbone solid wooden flooring.
FAMILY BATHROOM:
White suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin with chrome taps, free standing slipper bath with chrome feet and telephone attachment and mixer tap, wooden panelled walls, tiled floor, picture rail, frosted glass window, outlook to side.
OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINER: 34' 9" X 25' 11" (10.60m X 7.90m)
(at widest points). Country style solid wooden kitchen with range of high and low level units, granite worktops and upstands, built-in wine rack, Belfast style sink with chrome mixer tap, herringbone solid wooden flooring, breakfast island with seating area and additional storage and inset sink with chrome mixer tap, plumbed for American style fridge freezer, built-in glass cabinet, ample space for casual dining, built-in microwave, cornice ceiling, feature cast iron wood burning stove with wooden sleeper mantlepiece, flue and tiled hearth.
SUN ROOM: 18' 11" X 9' 8" (5.76m X 2.94m)
(at widest points). Dual aspect windows with views across rear garden, solid oak wooden flooring, recessed spotlights, double glazed French doors, door to utility room.
UTILITY ROOM: 13' 11" X 12' 9" (4.25m X 3.89m)
(at widest points). High and low level units, quarry tiled floor, inset sink with taps, outlook to rear garden.
REAR HALLWAY:
Cloaks storage, further rear hallway with access to rear garden, separate access to downstairs bedroom.
BEDROOM (8): 20' 0" X 16' 9" (6.10m X 5.10m)
(at widest points). Outlook to rear garden, adjoining storage compartment with window.
Stairs to first floor.
LANDING:
Dual aspect windows to front and rear, cornice ceiling, ceiling rose.
BEDROOM (1): 16' 0" X 13' 2" (4.88m X 4.02m)
Outlook to front.
ENSUITE BATHROOM:
White suite comprising low flush wc, pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap, slipper bath with chrome feet and telephone attachment and mixer tap, corner shower cubicle with thermostatic valve and telephone attachment, part tiled walls, wooden flooring.
BEDROOM (2): 16' 0" X 13' 3" (4.88m X 4.03m)
Outlook to side.
BEDROOM (3): 16' 6" X 12' 10" (5.04m X 3.92m)
(at widest points). outlook to side.
BEDROOM (4): 16' 6" X 13' 4" (5.04m X 4.07m)
Outlook to side.
BEDROOM (5): 14' 8" X 12' 8" (4.48m X 3.86m)
Outlook to front.
BEDROOM (6): 16' 6" X 9' 8" (5.03m X 2.95m)
Outlook to front.
BEDROOM (7): 16' 6" X 8' 8" (5.03m X 2.64m)
Outlook to rear.
REAR HALLWAY:
SEPARATE WC:
Comprising low flush wc, wash hand basin with pedestal and chrome mixer tap, part tiled walls, frosted glass window, solid wooden flooring.
SHOWER ROOM:
Access to further bedroom, access to rear stairway leading to lower ground floor.
Surrounding stone walls with cast iron railings. Cast iron double gates leading to tarmac driveway with off street parking for several cars. Concrete pillars and surround with covered entrance to front door.
Extensive, enclosed private site in lawns with vast variety of shrubs, trees and hedgerose with walkways and sun terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Tarmac rear courtyard with off street parking for several cars. Outbuildings. Access to oil fired boiler. Surrounding cast iron gates and access to rear.
STONE OUTBUILDING:
With ground and first floor ideally suited for entertainment/grooms quarters or those with equestrian interests, additional storage.
DETACHED GARAGE:
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Directions
102 Mill Hill is located off the Ardnabannon Road, Castlewellan.
