Mature Forestry Plantation C.59.35 Acres Crandaniel, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford
Mature Forestry Plantation C.59.35 Acres Crandaniel, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford
Price
€249,000
Type
Agricultural
Status
For Sale
Size
240,181 sq. m












Description
The forestry plantation is situated within the townland of Crandaniel, occupying a peaceful yet highly accessible rural setting in North Co. Wexford. The property is located approximately 3.5km north of the thriving coastal village of Kilmuckridge and c. 17km south of the busy commercial town of Gorey. This well-positioned location benefits from excellent connectivity throughout the wider South East region, with easy access to the M11 motorway network via Gorey, providing direct links to Dublin and surrounding centres. Kilmuckridge is a popular and expanding village offering a strong range of local amenities including shops, schools, cafs, restaurants, sporting facilities and everyday services, while the nearby coastline is renowned for its scenic beaches and natural beauty. The surrounding area is characterised by quality agricultural holdings, mature forestry plantations and attractive rolling countryside, making it an ideal location for forestry investment. The property enjoys a private and sheltered setting while still benefiting from good road access for forestry management and harvesting operations. The location combines the tranquillity of a rural environment with the convenience of nearby towns and transport links, enhancing both the longterm appeal
The property comprises an impressive mature forestry plantation (yield class 20), extending to c. 59.35 Acres / 24.01 Hectares, offering an excellent investment opportunity. The forestry was planted in 1997 and is understood to consist predominantly of high-quality Sitka Spruce, now reaching strong maturity levels.The plantation has been well maintained and benefits from established internal roadways together with good access throughout the holding, making management and future harvesting operations straightforward. The property currently generates an income of approximately 14,000 per annum under a partnership agreement with Coillte and further benefits from an entitlement to 1% of the crop value upon harvesting. Following the harvesting of the crop, the lands will revert in full to the purchaser. Clearfell will be between 2028 and 2031Subject to planning permission and local authority requirements, there may be potential under current rural housing planning policies for an owner involved in forestry or a rural resource-based enterprise to obtain a residential site of c. 0.5 hectare
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