PICTURES: Historic Kildare pub beside popular forest park for sale for €445,000

Connolly’s of Ballagh Cross, Donadea, located at a convenient crossroads position in the heart of the countryside, in close proximity to the popular Donadea Forest Park.

The long established licensed premises extends to approximately 435 sq m and combines a traditional public house with substantial residential accommodation, outdoor space and ancillary buildings.

Inside, the property retains plenty of the character associated with a traditional Irish country pub, with cosy fireplaces, exposed stonework, timber flooring and a number of customer seating areas.

The premises includes a main bar, a secondary bar area, pool room, lounge bar, customer lounge, kitchen and dining area, along with storage, toilets and service areas.

At the back of the pub there is a covered outdoor entertainment area and courtyard seating space, offering potential for seasonal trading, private functions, music events and food service.

The property also includes approximately 195 sq m of residential living accommodation, with an entrance hall, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, guest bathroom, four bedrooms, two of which are en suite, and a family bathroom.

While the pub continues to trade, the property offers insight for a new operator to invest in and develop the business. It previously operated as a popular food and gastro destination, serving both locals and visitors to the Donadea area, although the existing commercial kitchen now requires refurbishment.

There are also traditional stone outbuildings and extensive ancillary storage included with the property, providing further flexibility for a future owner.

Its location beside Donadea Forest Park places it close to one of Kildare's best known outdoor destinations, with walkers, cyclists, runners and families visiting throughout the year.

The property is also within easy reach of Clane, Kilcock, Prosperous and Maynooth, while its position in North Kildare gives it strong links to the wider Dublin commuter belt.

With its established trading history, sizeable accommodation, traditional character and location beside a major visitor attraction, Connolly’s presents an unusual opportunity for someone looking to take on a pub, restaurant or hospitality venture in Kildare.

The property is on the market for €445,000. For more information on the property, click here.