An abandoned country mansion steeped in history near the village of Portlaw is set to be auctioned online next week.
Sale details
Mayfield House and Tannery in County Waterford will be listed on the Bidx1.com platform with a guide price of €795,000. The auction is scheduled for Thursday, 12 February at 10:30 am, and each bidder must provide a €10,000 security deposit, which is fully refundable if the bid is unsuccessful.
Property profile
The estate comprises the historic manor house, former tannery buildings and surrounding land, covering roughly 10.5 hectares (26 acres). Built in 1740, the house received Italian‑style enhancements in the 1840s that remain visible today.
Located on the outskirts of Portlaw, about 18 km north‑west of Waterford city, the site is currently vacant and offers significant development potential, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.
Zoning and planning context
Under the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022‑2028, the land is partially zoned RE (enterprise or residential‑led regeneration) and partially HA (highly sensitive and scenic area). RE zoning permits a range of commercial or residential uses, whereas HA aims to protect the environmental quality of the location.
Contact information
Interested parties can reach the property agent, Richard Hoey, at [email protected] or call 085 804 8210.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the auction capture place?
The online auction is scheduled for Thursday, 12 February at 10:30 am.
What is the guide price for Mayfield House?
The guide price for the estate is €795,000.
What zoning applies to the site?
The land is partly zoned RE for enterprise or residential‑led regeneration and partly HA, which protects a highly sensitive and scenic location.
What do you think could be the best use for Mayfield House and its surrounding land?
