Apartments for sale in Cork West, Co. Cork

INTRODUCING... Bandon is known as “the gateway to West Cork” and is surrounded by natural unspoilt countryside. Bandon has everything that you would expect in a vibrant town plus an abundance of enjoyable destinations at its doorstep.The beautiful scenery and spirit of West Cork is close at hand.Whatever your lifestyle pursuits, life at Riverbank has a solution. For work, Cork is an easy commute a mere twenty five minutes drive. For leisure, within fifteen minutes you will find yourself relaxing on sandy beaches.Bandon is a thriving commercial town with high street shops, shopping centres,library, art galleries and stylish restaurants, bars, cafés and eateries. Riverbank offers you the opportunity to enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a stylish contemporary home. CONTEMPORARY STYLE IN A COUNTRY TOWN Riverbank offers the choice of one, two and three bedroom luxury apartments,duplexes and penthouses from a total of 28 units on this landmark site in the heart of the Bandon community. With its clean contemporary style of architecture that blends with and complements the historical town that is Bandon, this is an opportunity that will not come along again. Panoramic views of the river are maximised by the tasteful use of glass which also fills the homes with an abundance of natural light. This development will appeal to discerning individuals who desire privacy, a sense of tranquillity and proximity to the many and varied pleasures of West Cork. Exclusive Design Features KITCHEN • Custom-designed kitchen with stone worktop and upstand • Undermounted sink with composite stone fluted drainer and chrome mixer tap. • Integrated brushed stainless steel finish electric single oven & hob • Brushed stainless steel extractor hood with light • Underfloor electric heating • Integrated fridge freezer • Integrated microwave • Washer / dryer • Integrated dishwasher • Recessed ceiling downlighters BEDROOMS • High quality carpets and blinds • Master bedroom features full-length wardrobe with generous shelf and rail space. • Bedrooms wired for telephone, broadband and terrestrial / satellite TV BATHROOMS & EN SUITE • Bathrooms themed using Napoli Suite ware and fitted with a luxurious bath*, complemented with chrome fittings. • White sanitary ware with chrome-finish taps • Chrome-finish thermostatically controlled shower in en suites • High quality polished Spanish porcelain floor and wall tiling • En suite to master bedroom in all two and three bedroom apartments and duplexes • Bespoke mirror cabinets with heated demisters • Chrome heated towel rail • Underfloor electric heating • Power showers with pressurised water system • Shaver socket LIVING/DINING ROOM • Pre-wired for home theatre and surround sound • Wide plank wooden floors • All brushed chrome electrical fittings • 5 amp lighting sockets * - Available in duplex and penthouse apartments. LIGHTING / ELECTRICS / COMMUNICATION • High specification lighting features • Telephone intercom entry system with colour visual monitors • All homes pre-wired for broadband • Alarms fitted in every apartment • Telephone points in all principal rooms including the facility for broadband • Pre-wired for home theatre and surround sound • TV/ FM/satellite provision provided to living room, all bedrooms and kitchen • Brushed chrome switches and sockets • Ample twin socket outlets throughout the apartments CENTRAL HEATING / WATER HEATING • Energy efficient gold shield electrical central heating • Pressurised hot water system • Thermostatically controlled radiators • Underfloor electric heating in kitchens, bathrooms and en suites • Economical and environmentally friendly EXTERNAL FEATURES & LANDSCAPI NG • Designer lighting provided to the river walk, landscaped areas and car park • The grounds are professionally landscaped throughout the development, enhancing the overall beauty of the natural setting • Tobermore brick paving integrated seamlessly with landscaping SECURITY & SAFETY • Each apartment is fitted with a separate alarm • Smoke detectors in each apartment • Electronically operated gates to development • All apartments serviced by a telephone intercom entry system with colour visual monitors • Front entrances to apartments comprise high quality doors with multi-point locking • Monitored CCTV to strategic areas CUSTOMER OPTIONS • A full fit out turnkey package is available to the purchaser OTHER FEATURES • Private access to riverside walk • Designated car parking • Balcony or terrace to all apartments, all with river views • Direct access to apartments • Internal doors, Jeldwen ash and finished with brushed chrome door fittings • Double glazed windows throughout • Distinctive architectural style • Highly sought-after residential area • Full ten year Homebond guarantee • A management company for common area and utilities • Qualifies for owner-occupier and investor Section 23 tax relief SECTION 23 TAX RELIEF Riverbank is located in the Bandon Town Renewal Qualifying Area. It comprises of 28 units which qualify for a range of tax incentives. These comprise: RELIEF FOR RESIDENTIAL OWNER-OCCUPIERS Relief is granted by way of deduction from total income of the owner occupier of an amount equal to 5% of construction expenditure incurred on owner-occupied residential accommodation. The individual incurring the expenditure must be the first owner and occupier of the property after the expenditure has been incurred. The relief may be claimed in each of the first 10 years of the life of the dwelling following construction provided that the dwelling is the sole or main residence of the individual. RELIEF FOR RESIDENTIAL LESSORS An investor who acquires an apartment and lets it to a tenant under a qualifying lease is entitled to claim a deduction for the construction expenditure. If this gives rise to a rental loss in the year of the claim, the loss can be carried forward and set against the investor’s rental income in subsequent years. Wear and tear allowances are also available in respect of expenditure incurred on the fit out of the apartments at a rate of 12.5% per annum for 8 years. The wear and tear allowance can be deducted against all Irish rental income.

Built in 1981, the property is approached through 2 stone pillars and via a gravel driveway with dry stone walls on either side of the front garden. It comprises several buildings - the main 3 bedroom house with attached workshop/utility room; detached 2 car garage with overhead accommodation (suitable for teenagers); detached boat house with ample storage and workshop; artist`s studio perched overlooking Dunmanus Bay, large storage shed, wood shed and glass house with jaccuzzi. The main house, approx. 2,500 sf or 220 sm, comprises: Layout: entrance leading to lobby and then to hallway workshop/utility room on right off of lobby guest WC (first room on right off of hallway) shower room (second room on right off of hallway) stairs up to bedroom (third room on right) kitchen/dining straight ahead living room (on left) hallway off living room leading to master bedroom with private dressing room/study and en-suite bathroom double bedroom with en-suite bathroom Room Description: Kitchen/Dining - (21` x 13`8") timber ceiling, ceramic floor tiles, 2 sets of French doors to outside (west facing with sea view), fitted kitchen cabinets, electric hob, electric range, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, double sink, radiator, electric heater Living Room: (31` x 22`) stone floor, 3 sets of French doors to outside (west facing with sea view), high ceiling, centre light and 2 spot lights, 2 picture wall lights, steps down to fireplace with stone surround, TV point & satellite cable to outside dish, 3 windows on east side, 4 radiators, 2 electric heaters Master Bedroom: (15` x 12`3") slate floor, timber ceiling, bow window giving 180 degree sea view, TV point, radiator, electric heater Private Study/Dressing Room: (9` x 12`) carpet, door to outside, fitted cupboards, radiator En-suite Bathroom: (9` x 5`) floor and wall tiles, bath tub, WC, wash basin, radiator Double bedroom: (8` 8" x 12`) carpet, door to outside, TV point, centre light and light over bed, radiator, electric heater En-suite:(8`8" x 5) floor and wall tiles, bath tub, WC, wash basin, cupboard, heated towel radiator, electric wall heater, Upstairs bedroom: timber ceiling and floor, 3 veluxes, TV point, radiator, electric heater Shower Room: shower stall and wash basin, floor tiles, walls partially tiled Cloakroom: WC and wash basin, floor tiles, walls partially tiled Workshop and storage room with utility area: (11`6" x 19`) washer and dryer, ideal for storage, work bench FEATURES: spacious living room with high ceiling and steps down to fireplace 3 sets of French doors off of living room leading to patio and lawn with sea views out along Dunmanus Bay to the open Atlantic Master bedroom with 180 degree sea views All windows have exterior shutters for privacy and protection PRIVATE BEACH - steps from garden down to beach 2 acres - room for a pony or donkeys ample garage parking large boat house jaccuzzi (located in glass house - ideal for star gazing!!) potential to upgrade existing living accommodation over garage - currently open plan kitchen/dining/living/sleeping - hostel type sleeping arrangements - ideal for teenagers -shower room and WC downstairs newly built stone chicken coup SERVICES: oil central heating in all rooms electric heaters in all room electric immersion heater (for heating the water) pressurised water system deep bored well open fire in living room landline telephone mobile reception Broadband available satellite TV antenna Double Garage Located close to main house - stone faced, teak double doors Storage area Shower room & WC downstairs Stairs to overhead open plan hostel type accommodation that has the potential to be expanded and upgraded - kitchen with fitted cupboards, fridge/freezer, sink, electric heater, window, arched timber ceiling - this space could be converted to a home office or a self-contained studio apartment Boat House High roof - aluminium Huge doors Ceiling lights Concrete floor Storage cupboards and shelves on both sides 3 Attached Exterior Out-Buildings: Wood Shed Storage Shed Glasshouse with jaccuzzi Detached Studio (currently used as an artist`s studio) This recently constructed stone building has wonderful sea views. It could be converted to a home gym or home office. Directions LOCATION: The property is located approx. 2 miles/3km beyond the coastal village of Kilcrohane on the Sheepshead Peninsula in west Cork. It is near Dooneen Pier - a deep water harbour ideal for angling and diving. Bantry is 30 minutes by car and Cork city, airport and ferry are just under 2 hours by car. Dublin is just over 4 hours by car. Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.