Highland Cottage, 81 Lower Glanmire Road, City Centre Nth, Cork City

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Beds	4 beds
Price	Sold
Property Type	Detached House
Size	160 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-G
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Description

ERA Downey McCarthy are delighted to present to the market this unique 4 bedroom detached property perched on an elevated site with panoramic views over the city centre. Solidly built in 1875 by a Scottish engineer, R. O'Keeffe, with connections to Kent Railway Station, this two storey house comes with a separate 2 bedroom self contained chalet unit to the side. It comprises spacious rooms throughout with high ceilings a major feature on the ground floor. Four Double Bedrooms Upstairs and a superb converted attic space complete the package all within 500 metres from Patrick Street in the City Centre. The gates of the train station are only 100 metres away and with the bus station a 2 minute walk, all the amenities of the city are literally on your doorstep.

Accommodation

Porch, Hallway, Living Room/Lounge, Kitchen/Dining Room, Utility Room. On the First Floor we have 4 double bedrooms and the bathroom. On the top floor we have the attic space. Access from the Lower Glanmire Road is through a private wrought iron gate and steps lead up to an elevated site overlooking the city. The front of the property is South facing and there are breathtaking views over Cork City capturing Kent Train Station, Penrose Wharf, The Eleysian, R&H Hall Building and over and across the city. The front of the property is maintenance free with a small patio area and to one side there is a convenient space for storage etc. To the other side there is a small yard. To the side of the property there is a 2 bedroom chalet which could offer some rental potential. Alternatively it could be an ideal office or study.

Rooms

Chalet Kitchen - 2.95m x 1.6m The self contained chalet has a fully fitted kitchen which has plumbing for washing machine. There is a cooker and stainless steel sink. A solid wooden floor runs throughout the chalet. Chalet Living Room - 3.25m x 4.6m The living area has a window to the back , a Velux window in the roof and another to the side allowing natural light into the area. There are ample power points and a tv point. Doors leads off this area to the two bedrooms and bathroom. Chalet Bedroom 1 - 2.65m x 2.25m This double bedroom has one window to the front of the property with a centre light fitting and two power points. Chalet Bedroom 2 - 2.3m x 2.25m This single room has its window to the rear of the property. It has one centre light fitting and two power points. Chalet Bathroom - 1.7m x 1.5m The bathroom has a fully fitted shower cubicle with a Trident T90 electric shower. There is a wc, wash hand basin, globe light fitting and a window. Porch - 2.2m x 2.4m The porch is at the front of the entrance of the main house at Highland Cottage. The porch has two windows, two doors and a tiled floor. There is a centre light fitting and a glass panelled door leads into the hallway. Hallway - 4.6m x 1.7m This large spacious hallway has an attractive wood parquet floor. There is a radiator, centre light fitting and Solid doors lead to all rooms. Living Room/Lounge - 6.8m x 4.1m This large spacious room is an impressive size with its high ceiling and three tall windows affording ample natural light. One window overlooks the front and there are two windows to the side. An antique fireplace graces the room with a fitted stove. Solid wide plank wooden flooring finishes the living room. There is one centre light fitting and a radiator. Dining Room - 3.6m x 3.3m The dining room has an open fireplace, tiled floor and ample space for a dining table. There is one window overlooking the front of the property and an open arachway leads to the kitchen. Kitchen - 3.4m x 3.2m The fully fitted kitchen has a stainless steel sink, an electric oven and an extractor fan. The floor and splash back are tiled. A door leads off to the utility area. Utility Room - 3.85m x 1.2m The utility room has a second sink and space for a washing machine, dryer and a freezer. Shelving has been fitted and a door leads out to the side of the property to a covered concrete yard ideal for a clothes line. Stairs & Landing - 4.4m x 1.7m Solid wooden stairs lead to the landing on the first floor. A large double glazed frosted window on the return brings in a soft muted light. Bedroom 1 - 3.65m x 3.2m This spacious double bedroom, featuring an antique fireplace has two windows, one overlooking the front and one to the side. Flooring is solid wide plank wood. There is a radiator and two power points. Bedroom 2 - 3.21m x 3.81m This second double bedroom also features an antique fireplace and has one window to the side of the property. There is a radiator, centre light fitting, three power points and built-in shelving. Flooring is solid wide plank timber. Bedroom 3 - 3.21m x 3.15m This is a spacious double room with a window overlooking the side of the property. There are two power points, a radiator, recessed shelving and a centre light fitting. Flooring is wood effect vinyl. Bedroom 4 - 3.5m x 3.1m This is another double room with an open fireplace and its window overlooking the front of the property. There is a radiator, two power points and recessed shelving. Flooring is wood effect vinyl. Attic - 7.7m x 4.0m A velux window allows light to flood the landing on the stairway to the attic. The attic is spacious and runs the entire length of the property. It could easily be converted into two separate rooms. There is a window to the side gable wall with a velux window fitted to the front of the roof. It has wide plank wooden flooring making it an ideal storage area at the moment but with substantial conversion potential.

Features

1,722 Sq. Ft. Approx. Property was built in 1875 Separate self contained 2 Bedroom Chalet Chalet measures 35 M. Sq. or 377 Sq. ft. approx Natural Gas Central Heating Spacious Converted Attic Space Original Antique Fireplaces Wide Plank Solid Wood Flooring Stunning City views

BER Details

BER: G BER No. 107478620 Energy Performance Indicator: 668.54 kWh/m²/yr

Directions

From the city centre go over Patricks Bridge and proceed down McCurtain Street. Continue straight on towards the train station. Just after Right Price Tiles and across the road from the Saab Garage there is a wrought iron gate in a high stone wall. This allows access into Highland cottage which has a name plaque on the wall. Steps lead up the house and Highland Cottage is situated here overlooking the city.

Viewing Details

Strictly by appointment only.

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