The historic Salterbridge House and Estate in Cappoquin has been sold after almost a year on the market.
The new owner is understood to be Stephen Vernon, an Irish businessman, who becomes only the third ever owner of this magnificent property which was built in 1751 by Richard Musgrave on land acquired from the Lismore Estate.
The 140 acre estate which comprises the elegant Victorian residence, a steward's house, two gate lodges and renowned gardens a stone's throw from Lismore was put on the market in June 2020 with an asking price of €3.25 million.
It previously changed hands in 1947 when it was bought by the Wingfield family.
The magnificent gardens surrounding the house are a key feature of the property, having been planted and maintained for generations. There are four Irish yews dating back to when the house was built, one of the largest cork oak trees in the State and examples of Cox’s juniper, a Korean fir (with blue cones) and an Indian horse chestnut.
Every year the gardens are opened to the public for 60 days under section 482 tax relief, it's not yet known whether the new owner will continue to open them up to the public.
Music recitals as part of Blackwater Valley Opera Festival have also taken place at the venue.
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