Former Mercy Convent, Callan, R95 E659

Opened in 1881, the Sisters of Mercy Convent, Callan is of great historical importance to the local area and presents a rare opportunity to own a property of such significance. It is ideally located in Callan town centre and set close to the N76.

The Convent complex comprises both the main convent building and a fabulous chapel and is listed in the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage as being of regional importance. The property was constructed in the early 1880's, establishing a permanent base for the Sisters of Mercy following their arrival in Callan in 1872. The Sisters of Mercy were noted for their contribution to education, healthcare and welfare and brought religious stability to the area following the Callan Schism' of the late 1860's/early 1870's, further highlighting the historical significance of the site. The Sisters provided education in the adjacent secondary school, St. Brigid's until its amalgamation with Coláiste Eamann Rís in 2022. The convent closed in 2024 after over 150 years of continued presence by the Sisters of Mercy in the area.

The main convent comprises 36 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and 17 reception rooms set over three floors. There are 19 bedrooms on the first and 17 on the second floor. There are 5 bathrooms on the ground floor, 4 on the first floor and 3 on the second floor with the ground floor hosting office space, service and reception rooms. The ground level also contains 9 store rooms and a kitchen. The chapel consists of the main chapel area, side altar, 2 sacristy rooms, choir gallery and basement. The convent and chapel benefit from a shared access with the adjacent school, with entry to the east of the site and exit to the south. There are expansive green areas which may allow for expansion or the development of a separate entrance subject to planning permission.

Callan is an ideal location with a number of essential amenities in the area. Callan is also well connected with the N76 providing access to Kilkenny and Clonmel. Public transport links also provide access to Dublin with the popular JJ Kavanagh route providing access to Clonmel, Cork, Dublin City and airport.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a large building with historical significance in a prime location. We recommend early inspection.