Rock House, Cashel
A rare opportunity to acquire a high-profile retail and hospitality premises occupying one of Cashel's most prominent locations — at the junction of the Dublin Road, Ladyswell Street, and Moor Lane, right in the heart of the town centre. This landmark position places the property less than 200 metres from The Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland's most iconic heritage attractions, which welcomes over 400,000 visitors annually.
The property benefits from substantial passing vehicular and pedestrian traffic and enjoys direct access to the Rock of Cashel Car Park with the Bru Boru Heritage Centre in close proximity as well, both of which are key destinations for tourists and locals alike.
Its commanding corner position at a major junction linking the town to the M8 motorway provides exceptional visibility, prominence, and accessibility, making it ideal for a wide range of retail, hospitality, and mixed-use purposes. Set over two spacious floors, each of approximately equal size, the building extends to a total of c. 5,000 sq.ft. (464 sq.m.) and includes a private courtyard to the rear. With dual frontage and access from both Ladyswell Street and Moor Lane, the property also benefits from excellent views towards The Rock of Cashel, enhancing its appeal for hospitality, retail, or tourism-related enterprises. Historically, the ground floor operated as a retail unit, whilst the first floor was in use as a restaurant, with earlier layouts incorporating private residential accommodation also. Crucially, no part of the structure is listed, offering complete flexibility for reconfiguration or redevelopment to suit a variety of future uses. The property is currently vacant, allowing for immediate occupation or refurbishment. Given its zoning and past uses, the premises would readily lend itself to retail, café, restaurant, residential, boutique accommodation, or cultural/tourism ventures, subject to planning permission. Located within a short stroll (c. 200m) of The Rock of Cashel, this property enjoys one of the most strategic and visible positions in the town centre. The wider Cashel area continues to grow as a vibrant tourism and heritage hub, supported by year-round visitor numbers, travel guides, a strong local business base, and its excellent connectivity — with the M8 motorway just 1.5 km away providing direct access to Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. This is a rare opportunity to secure a landmark retail and hospitality premises in a location that combines strong commercial potential with unparalleled tourism exposure. Viewing Strictly by appointment. The sale will be conducted as an hybrid auction. Auction date: December 2nd 2025 15:00 Location: Mikey Ryan's, 76 Main St, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, E25 NY58 Register on-line at: https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-MIRYAU-5075271
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A Moment in Time
A special charity Auction of the artwork of David Baird
The auction took place onn Saturday, 11th October 2025 at Hotel Minella, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary.​
This remarkable collection of gouache on board portraits features many well-known faces from the racing and equestrian world, captured in Baird’s distinctive and timeless style. With over a decade of work represented, each piece offers a rare glimpse into the character and spirit of Ireland’s equestrian community.​
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All proceeds went directly to support two worthy causes — the Killusty Pony Show and Irish Injured Jockeys.
A note from the Artist, David Baird
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A Moment in Time
"I embarked on this series of paintings almost serendipitously after attending the annual Clonmel Show in 2002. I went hoping to capture a few decent photographs of horses and ponies that I could later turn into paintings. It wasn't until I returned home and began reviewing the day's shots that I noticed a lady standing at the head of one of the horses. Her side saddle outfit was incredibly appealing and truly timeless.
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I was both pleased and surprised by the resulting portrait. She looked fantastic, leading me to consider that adding a second figure might create a captivating pair of paintings. Charlie Gundry, then with the Kilkenny Hunt, and his beloved hound, Paragon, graciously agreed to a photo shoot at Mount Juliet. This moment nudged me closer to silks, saddles, and the lively atmosphere of the show! These two paintings marked the beginning of a growing collection of individuals connected to the equestrian world. Most of the subjects were captured while engaged in their activities, freezing a moment in time—like Jessica and Ginny Lang observing at Tattersalls, each with one foot atop the other.
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Very few were asked to pose. I finished Ted Walsh before realizing that Robert Hall should certainly be included. However, the photo reference I had for him was inadequate. When I later approached him, he kindly posed in a way that fit the available space. Same venue, different days, and race cards.
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Fast forward 171 paintings and nearly 13 years later, I painted Ger Clancy, the esteemed vet of Carrick, and that marked the conclusion of this chapter! Along the way, some paintings were sold, while others were gifted. For the past five years, approximately 137 pieces have been tucked away at my home. Recently, as I browsed through them, I was pleasantly surprised and the thought of my paintings helping others brings me immense joy, which is why all proceeds will be shared between the Killusty Pony Show and the Irish Injured Jockeys."
