Detached house for sale in Kitty O"Shea"S, Foildearg, North Road, Xn66

This detached property measuring approx 108.85 sq metres is set on its own site of approx 460 sq metres is only 300 metres from the picturesque and vibrant seaside town of Castletownbere. With a private entrance driveway, the property is surrounded by a large attractive garden with lots of flowers, green lawn and gravelled areas..

The artistic dry stone wall to the forefront of the property adds a very welcoming authentic touch and this home is sheltered at the rear by natural stone and surrounded by neighbouring mature trees.

description

Built in 2012, to a very high specification - this superb three bed-roomed, 3 bath roomed detached property with a floor area of 108.85 sq.metres is decorated in neutral tones and with attention to detail throughout. With an overall site area of 460 sq. Metres, the property is located only 300 metres from the picturesque and vibrant seaside town and renowned fishing port of Castletownbere. This property, with road frontage, a “natural dry creative/artistic stone front wall” to the forefront and with a private entrance driveway, is surrounded by a large attractive garden which accommodates trees, plants, vegetation, flora and shrubs. With a boundary backdrop of rocky and uneven natural stone to the rear and mature sycamore neighbouring trees to the side.....this home comes with a Ber Rating of B.3, is very private and offers a potential buyer a unique opportunity to acquire a magnificent home on the threshold of heaven near... Castletownbere. Located in an elevated spot and with views of Castletownbere harbour and Bere Island as well as the rolling countryside, we have here a home which offers bright and natural light filled accommodation and is close to all local amenities both social and essential. A perfect home for someone with an appreciation of the sound of the Ocean, the scent of the sea, fresh clean air, natural habitat and on a windy night – the howling wind which makes one feel more cosy, snug and secure. With well proportioned and elegant accommodation throughout, why not just relax and work from this nautical, peaceful, serene and tranquil home in this stunning area of the Beara Penninsula.

Location

Located in the post-card pretty town of Castletownbere which is nestled at the foot of the Caha mountains with rugged but beautiful scenery all around as well as breath taking views of the harbour – it is fair to say that this area is a joy to behold. The Marina and Port are only a hop and a skip from this home and only a short distance from the renowned meditation centre Dzogchen Beara, G.A.A Centre, Historical Dunboy Castle, Berehaven Golf Course, beautiful village of Allihies, is only 20 minutes drive from Glengarriff, 30 minutes from Kenmare and of course is on the “Wild Atlantic Way”....what more could you wish for ? Indeed there are varied and numerous activities for all to enjoy in this seaside town to include sing-a-longs in McCarthy’s Bar, kayaking, coastal trips, lovely restaurants, interesting walks - indeed whatever takes your fancy – you will find in Castletownbere and you are among local friendly neighbours in a family orientated community. Interest from overseas as well as persons wanting to upsize are expected to view this exceptional treasure of a home.

accommodation

ground floor:

entrance hall 7’6” X 4’ 00”.Fully tiled. 1 Radiator. Doors interconnecting to (a) Lounge, (b) Living Room/Diner and (c) Bathroom. 1 ceiling light. Twin plugs in situ.

Kitchen: 8’00 X 8’00. Tiled floor area. 1 Window – east facing – morning sun. Door leading to the outside garden. The oil fired central heating system is controlled from the kitchen for all rooms both at ground and 1st floor levels. Plentiful amount of plugs and points. Single drainer sink. Integrated cooker/hob. Washing machine. Dishwsher. Microwave. Ground floor units with open shelving at eye level. Extractor hood. Partially tiled walls. Neat and compact.

lounge(4th bedroom): 18’00” X 10’5”. Laminate wooden flooring. 2 Windows – one to the front and one to the side. Bright spacious room ...could be used as a 4th bedroom, etc. Three lots of twin plugs. 1 Ceiling light. Decorated with style and attention to detail. 3 Piece suite. Rocking Chair. Table. Seating box desk.. 1 Radiator. Door to storage room. Decorated with attention to detail.

Living room/diner 18.00” X 12’00. Fully tiled floor area. Bright and spacious. Two large windows .... One to the front facing west with an abundence of sunshine in the afternoon overlooking part of the garden and with views of the rolling countryside. Views of Castletownbere and Bere Island can be enjoyed from the 2nd window which also overlooks part of the garden area. There is a recessed solid wood burning stove in this room which is 8 inches elevated from the floor area. This stove is equipped with a back boiler servicing all radiators throughout the house. 3 piece suite. Open shelving ware dresser, table/chairs. 1 Radiator.. Two ceiling lights. Double patio pvc doors leading to the garden.....to be described later

bathroom Fully tiled floor area. Wheelchair access. Walk-in shower is operated from (a) backboiler or (b) Oil heating system. 1 Radiator. The shower area if fully tiled from floor to ceiling. Wash hand basin and toilet. 1 Radiator. Bathroom ware is white.

1st floor:

Solid wooden stairs leading from hallway to:

Landing area Laminate wooden flooring. Solid wooden banister. Large skylight window in landing area. Double ceiling spotlights.

Bedroom 1 15’ 00” X 11’00”. Laminate wooden floor. Double bed. 2 lockers. 1 Radiator. Wardrobe. Three lots of twin plugs plus wired for T.V. Window with views of the countryside and garden. En suite: Tiled floor area. Walk-in Mira electric shower unit and fully tiled from floor to ceiling. Toilet. Whb to include a vanity unit.

Bedroom 2 13’00 X 8’.00 . Laminate wooden flooring. Double bed. Dressing table and locker. Two lots of twin plugs. 1 Wndow to the front...with views of Castletownere harbour and Bere Island and overlooking the port of Castletownbere. 1 Radiator. Door to Hotpress/storage area/boiler room.

Bedroom 3 13’00” X 8’10”. Laminate wooden flooring. Two beds. 2 lockers and a dressing table. Three lots of twin plugs. Two windows – one to the front with views of Castletownbere harbour and the second window with views of the rolling countryside. 1 radiator.

Bathroom: Fully tiled floor. Walk-in mira shower which is fully tiled from floor to ceiling. Toilet and wash hand basin. White bathroom ware. Velux large window. 1 Radiator.

Services:

• Mains Water.


• Esb.


• Solid fuel Central heating.


• Oil Central heating.


• Wired for cable T.V. In Lounge, Living Room and main bedroom.


• Outside tap attached to property /water.


• Three (3) Fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms in situate.

Special features:

• 300 metres from Castletownbere town/harbour.


• Convenient to all local amenities e.g. Schools, shops, restaurants., etc


• With the possibility of a 4th bedroom (lounge room). Air B & B is a definite possibility.


• Ideal location for Bed & Breakfast business.


• Plentiful amount of plugs and points throughout the accommodation.


• Private car parking spaces in abundance..


• Double glazed windows and doors with a triple glazed entrance door.


• Efficient zoned heating system.


• Bright, airy and spacious accommodation.


• Ample space to extend the property...subject to planning permission..


• Peaceful and serene living environment.


• Immediate occupation.

Outside:

washroom:

Solid block built washroom to include toilet and wash hand basin.

shed:

Solid block built garden shed which is esb powered. Shelving.

As the Washroom/garden shed are adjoining, this lends itself to many possibilities to include perhaps, conversion to a self contained apartment / studio or home office, maybe glamping or camping could be considered also as we have some green lawn in this area of the property and the washroom could be converted, with a little work, into a shower area.

The garden:

On entering the property from the front via a private entrance driveway is a mature garden with some rose trees, hydrangeas and lilies which are set in limestone coloured gravelled areas and as we swish around we arrive at a different aspect of the garden with more plants which are defined by natural stone and set in bronze and golden gravelled areas. To the rear of the property we have, as a backdrop some natural rock with many shrubs and plants in situ to include holly trees, victoria tree, natural habitat to include flora and fauna. In the rear garden area are some lilies, crocosmia, mallow, cultivated mount brescia, garlic, parsley, lupins, daffodils, begonias, rose bushes, dandelions, daisies and lots of blackcurrent trees as well as strawberry trees.

A pebbled stone area is a distinct feature just in front of the shed and outside washroom with a Sycamore tree in situ in this area of the garden.. As we have lots of the garden area laid in lawn, maybe a vegetable plot or an enhanced flower garden would be the favoured choice of the purchaser. This garden area is a suntrap during our Summer months.

There are numerous possibilities to be explored in this exclusive, unique and quiet spot which already accommodates a beautiful, serene and welcoming home.

Title: Freehold

Solr.: Mr Dan Leahy, o’Mahony, Farrelly, o’Callaghan, Solrs., Bantry, Co. Cork.

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