Dream homes on the West Cork market

There are some super properties in stunning locations on offer throughout West Cork at the moment. Pour a cuppa, sit back and have a look for what could well be your new home!

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Ballymacrown Baltimore, West Cork, P81C850

Elevated modern farmhouse on c.6.75 Acres with uninterrupted views of Baltimore Harbour and Carbery's Hundred Isles.

This unique offering is located less than 3km from Baltimore Pier and comes to the market with a selection of well-tended grass fields, a mixture of traditional stone and modern outbuildings, storehouses, and animal handling facilities.

The residence is approximately 20 years old and sits proudly on a Southwesterly site with excellent coastal views. The accommodation is spacious, well-designed, and includes an entrance hall, 2 reception rooms, a kitchen dining room, 2 guest WC's, and 3 double bedrooms overhead. The ground floor reception room is designed to accommodate a bedroom if desired.

The property benefits from dual road frontage and has a gravel entrance with ornate stone detailing as can be seen from the images. The lands are securely fenced and are of excellent quality, being freely drained and suited to a variety of uses.

Services: Mains Water, Private Drainage, Electricity, Oil Heating, Broadband Available. BER C2. Further information and price available on request.

Selling agent: Andy Donoghue, Hodnett Forde Property Services, Clonakilty.

Bunnyconnellan, Myrtleville, Co Cork P43X573

This stunning coastal site of 2.14 hectares (5.28 acres), home to Bunnyconnellan, an iconic building built in 1824, well renowned for over 80 years for serving the people of Cork and visitors to the area from the restaurant and bar with enviable ocean views.

This unique property now comes to the market and is ready for an exciting new chapter. The site is set high on the rugged cliff overlooking Myrtleville Bay and the large span of the Atlantic Ocean which sits just outside Cork Harbour.

FEATURES

• Iconic coastal site
• Substantial development potential
• Approx. 2.14 hectares / 5.28 acres
• Secluded site with panoramic ocean views
• Approx. 573.1 sq m / 6,168 sq ft
• BER: C2
• GFCH
• Mains water
• Septic tank

ACCOMMODATION

The restaurant is entered via a foyer located to the side of the property, allowing for full ocean views from the restaurant. On entering the main restaurant/bar area, the room opens up to a wide sea vista while the ladies, gents, and disabled toilets are located to the right of the foyer.

The restaurant, floored with Canadian walnut flooring, has double glazed PVC windows running the full length of the restaurant, enjoying panoramic sea views and ensuring the area is flooded with natural light. Double French doors lead to the extensive terrace running the full length of the property, also with unspoiled sea views.

There is a fully equipped bar servicing this restaurant, leading to access to the commercial kitchen and the rear bar. The restaurant leads to the lounge bar area, which also has dining space, and a large conservatory dining room with an outside bar to the south of the property.

To the first floor of the property, there are two offices located to the front of the property, benefiting from sea views and natural light. There is a staff cloakroom, staff kitchen accessing a roof terrace, store rooms/pantry, staff toilets (one male, one female), laundry room, and two further store rooms.

Selling agents: Savills, Penrose Dock, Cork.

Coolsnaghtig Coolsnaghtig, Dunmanway, West Cork. P47H966 Guide price €495,000

Superb Architect Designed Spacious 4 Bed Residence on C.0.74 Acres

This superior tastefully designed spacious 4-bed residence is located 5 miles to the northwest of the market town of Dunmanway and only a 45-minute drive to Cork City and within 30 minutes of all West Cork towns such as Bantry, Skibbereen, Macroom, Bandon & Clonakilty.

The residence has a southerly aspect and, due to its slightly elevated position, it enjoys unrestricted views of the surrounding picturesque rural landscape. Built in 2008 to a very high standard with the use of high-quality materials featuring a mahogany staircase and internal doors, white oak kitchen units with granite worktops, marble-tiled floors to the hallway and kitchen, walnut flooring, and oak flooring to most ground floor and first-floor bedrooms.

The residence offers spacious, bright, and tastefully decorated living accommodation having the benefit of all modern conveniences and has the benefit of a large attic space (C.600 sq. ft) which offers potential for conversion to additional living accommodation or office space. The grounds are laid out in lawn, with a south-facing raised patio area and parking areas to the front and rear. This magnificent residence offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a prime quality residence in a lovely part of West Cork.

Services: Private Water Supply, Percolation Waste Treatment Tank, Oil Fired Central Heating, Open Fire with Back Boiler, Broadband. BER B2. Further information on request.

Selling agent: Liam Hodnett, Hodnett Forde Property Services, Clonakilty.

Ardmanagh, Schull, West Cork P81VK68 – Guide price €345,000

New to the Schull market is this beautifully presented 3-bed bungalow. Located in Ardmanagh and within two kilometers to the village, this property has a lot to offer house hunters. The layout consists of a modern fully equipped kitchen which opens onto a generous light-filled living area with access to a wonderful south-facing decked area and garden.

The master bedroom has the advantage of an ensuite with an additional two further bedrooms and a family shower room. This is a golden opportunity to acquire a home of quality and style and in a peaceful neighborhood on the fringe of Schull village.

FEATURES:

• 3 Bedroom Bungalow on the outskirts of Schull Village.
• Presented to the market in fantastic condition.
• Gardens are mature and easily managed.
• Large deck area.
• Garden shed.
• Oil-fired central heating.
• Double glazed PVC windows & doors.

SERVICES:

• Private water supply & septic tank.
• BER: D1 BER No.103128211 Energy Performance Indicator: 258.19 kWh/m2/yr.

Selling agent: James Lyons O'Keeffe, Schull and Skibbereen.

6 Cois Atha, Coronea, Skibbereen, West Cork P81K535 – Guide price €425,000

Superbly presented 4/5 bed contemporary B1 rated residence with ample parking and a south-facing garden. Immaculately presented, this stone-faced property is in pristine condition throughout. Well located on the western outskirts of Skibbereen town in an established cul-de-sac off the Baltimore Road.

SERVICES:

Gas-fired central heating, underfloor heating, solar panels, mains services, fiber broadband. BER: B1 BER No.110589298 Energy Performance Indicator: 87.06 kWh/m2/yr

Details – Floor 1:

Hallway - 6.5m x 1.0m, wooden floor, closet.

Bedroom, 4.0m x 3.0m, wooden floor, French doors to south-facing patio and private garden, full ensuite with shower unit, wash hand basin, wc.

Bedroom, 3.0m x 3.0m, wooden floor.

Bedroom 3.6m x 3.0m, wooden floor, built-in wardrobe.

Bedroom 2.8m x 2.6m, wooden floor.

Bathroom, fully tiled, bath, wash hand basin, wc.

Floor 2:

Entrance Hall - 4.0m x 1.4m, tiled floor, stairs to the ground floor and stairs to the 3rd floor.

Sitting room 8.0m x 4.0m, tiled floor, solid fuel stove on a granite plinth, open to the kitchen area, southerly aspect.

Kitchen 4.0m x 3.2m; tiled floor, modern fitted kitchen, electric oven, hob, extractor, integrated fridge freezer, integrated dishwasher.

Utility Room 2.4m x 1.8m, tiled floor, sink unit, washing machine, storage closet.

Washroom 2.4m x 1.5m, tiled floor, wash hand basin, wc, closet.

Floor 3:

Landing 2.2m x 2.0m.

Bedroom 5 - 4.4m x 4.0m; wooden floor, built-in wardrobe, feature window wall with a southerly aspect, full ensuite with closet, shower unit, wash hand basin, wc.

Selling agents: Pat Maguire Properties, Skibbereen.

Hillside House, Gurteenaduige, Leap, Co Cork, P81 RY72

Exceptional lifestyle property comprising a stylish and contemporary 5-bedroom A-rated detached residence, various outbuildings, and approximately 4 acres of quality land. The property is located less than 2.5 km from Leap village and 4 km from Glandore and Union Hall. The property enjoys magnificent south-facing views over the countryside.

The residence is 2 stories and is finished to an excellent standard. The accommodation of approximately 287 sq. m. / 3,090 sq. ft., is laid out in well-designed rooms that take advantage of the excellent country views. The overall atmosphere of the house is one of peacefulness, emphasized by the wonderful light and space of the property.

The many features of this fine property include modern kitchen units, PVC triple glazed windows, oil-fired central heating with a Grant condensing boiler, thermal solar panels, two wood-burning stoves, fiber broadband, and top-quality finishes throughout.

The ground floor accommodation includes an entrance porch leading to the hallway, spacious kitchen/dining area, sitting room with the sunroom off, media room, bedroom ensuite, study, utility, boot room, and WC.

The first floor includes a landing with a double-height vaulted ceiling. The accommodation on the first floor comprises an impressive master suite, 4 bedrooms ensuite, and a family bathroom.

The land, containing approximately 4 acres of fertile ground, is laid out in grass. The areas close to the house are laid out in car parking, formal gardens, an enclosed patio, and vegetable/fruit growing areas. The lands are ideal for a small farm enterprise, and there are various outbuildings that are suitable for conversion to suit the requirements of the discerning buyer.

The townland of Gurteenaduige is located just 2.5 kilometers from Leap village and the West Cork coastline. The West Cork towns of Skibbereen and Clonakilty are easily accessible, while the sailing at Glandore, water sports at Union Hall, and the beaches at Rosscarbery are all within a reasonable distance.

The Mullaghagowan River flows along the southern boundary of the property, while Ballinlough fishing lake is situated 1 km west of the property.

Selling agents: Sherry Fitzgerald O'Neill, Bantry, Clonakilty, Skibbereen.

Hideway, Reenogreena, Glandore Guide price €795,000

"Hideaway" is a remarkable coastal residence, situated on approximately 3 acres, with 3,550 sq ft (330 sqm) of living space. Built in the 1980s and meticulously renovated in 2003, it features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, and 2 sunrooms.

The property offers great privacy, nestled behind a natural stone entrance and private drive, while boasting breathtaking coastal and ocean views. This makes for an idyllic retreat that combines natural beauty and an unparalleled coastal aspect.

Inside, the house is warm and inviting with high-quality finishes throughout. The kitchen is well-designed with bespoke cabinets, granite surfaces, and an exposed stone chimney breast with a wood-burning stove. The living areas include a sunroom, dining room, living room, and conservatory. Also on the ground floor, you will find a cloakroom and a bathroom with a large jacuzzi bath and a separate sauna.

The first floor has a master bedroom with triple aspect windows offering wonderful coastal views and a shower ensuite, three additional bedrooms, all of which have coastal views, and one that could be used as a study.

The property includes two garages, a selection of storerooms, a greenhouse, and ample parking. There are both south and west sun terraces with landscaped grounds featuring mature trees, flowering plants, and shrubs, as well as picturesque woodland, heather, and gorse, all adding to the natural charm.

"Hideaway" is the perfect retreat, providing all the comforts of modern living in a tranquil and breathtaking coastal setting. BER C1

Selling agents: Charles McCarthy Estate Agents, Auctioneers, and Valuers.

Slipway House, The Cove, Baltimore, P81 WF82

Slipway House is one of the finest coastal residences to come to the market in Baltimore. Elevated and set back from the road, it is accessed via a beautiful curved stonewalled drive. This wonderful architecturally redesigned and extended residence has undergone a dramatic recent renovation. It maximizes its superior coastal position with spectacular uninterrupted sea and harbor views.

Generously proportioned throughout, consisting of 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, Slipway House measures approximately 365 sq m (3,900 sq ft), offering a wonderful balance of living and sleeping accommodation. The interiors have a classic pared-back Nantucket style that blends seamlessly with a West Cork feel due to the use of natural light, muted textures, and soft tones with a clean aesthetic, complementing its enviable waterfront position. The harbor aspect can be admired from each floor.

Set over three floors, with the main living space occupying the mid floor. The open plan kitchen/dining/living area is an exceptional room that uniquely sits among the tree canopies, enjoying a breathtaking harbor aspect, enhanced by the extensive use of glazing and large double bi-fold doors.

Also on this floor, there is a large home office with French door access to a Juliet balcony overlooking the gardens and sunken courtyard. This link to the outside is also extended via an atrium/conservatory that opens onto a very secluded canopy deck which leads into the beautifully mature well-stocked gardens with ambient lighting. The southeast of the garden also has a private double-level deck to enjoy the sounds of the sea.

On the ground floor, there is a guest cloakroom and boot room, a very cozy den/TV room with an open fireplace. Extra depth and warmth are added to this room by the clever use of paneled and natural stone walls. Here, you will also find the remaining four bedrooms, all of which are ensuite. All the bedrooms have a coastal ambiance, with muted tones and cozy coverings.

Surrounded by an attractive stone wall, the courtyard has been revitalized as a superb entertaining space with a BBQ area and firepit. Pathways and curved natural stone steps also lead from this area to the enchanting gardens.

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, Baltimore has a thriving community with a shop, a number of pubs, cafes, and restaurants, including one with a Michelin Star. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the West Cork coastline and serves as a gateway to the nearby inhabited and uninhabited islands, drawing sailing enthusiasts to the area with its sheltered harbour.

Selling agents: Charles McCarthy Estate Agents, Auctioneers, and Valuers.

Ballydevlin, Goleen Asking price: €545,000

A former coaching inn has been renovated and extended with impressive results in Goleen. The sprawling property has five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, study, music room, library, large laundry as well as allocated space for a gym with potential for a full sauna. It's not surprising then that selling agents Sherry FitzGerald O'Neill say it could easily be adapted to suit lifestyle uses including Airbnb, retreat house, yoga center, art studio, or creating a multi-generational home.

The property requires some internal finishes but far from being a disadvantage, this will allow the new owner to put their own unique stamp on the home containing 428 sq m of internal space.

The house is on a site of 0.75 acre planted with oak, birch, and willow. The majority of plants are either native to Ireland or are edible. To the rear, there is a large open, sandstone terrace and a covered terraced space for dining. Many of the old ruins on the property were repurposed and are now raised flower beds, which is just one example of the great care and attention to detail bestowed on this unique property.

Selling agents: Sherry FitzGerald O'Neill, Bantry, Clonakilty, and Skibbereen.

Island View, Garranagoleen, Clonakilty Asking price: €885,000

With five bedrooms, four reception rooms, five bathrooms and a separate, detached studio Island View, on the outskirts of Clonakilty, adds up to a pretty special property. Built in 1996, and completely renovated and extended in 2008, the specification of this property (measuring 3,800 sq ft) is of the highest calibre, with many unique features throughout.

The garden room is particularly breathtaking with an instant 'wow factor' created by its double height ceiling with mezzanine landing, complete with balcony access. A recent addition to this room is a Tulikivi fireplace and bake oven. It's a wood stove made from original Finnish soapstone, and when the temperature is at its peak, it can double up as a pizza oven or as a slow cooker. Now, that's not something on offer in too many homes!

Gardens and grounds are stunning with impeccable landscaping and various terraces to enjoy views of Inchydoney beach. As if all that wasn't enough to entice and tempt, there's a detached high-quality studio that could be used for a variety of purposes, including a gym or home office. Maeve McCarthy of selling agents Charles McCarthy sums it up perfectly by describing Island View as 'a property of superior quality and a rare home in a much sought-after location.'

Selling agents: Charles McCarthy Estate Agents and Auctioneers, Skibbereen.

Gull Cottage, Crookhaven Asking price € 795,000

Crookhaven is one of West Cork's most sought-after locations for house hunters, and not surprisingly many of them have flocked to see Gull Cottage. The name is more than a bit misleading as it's far from a cottage: it's a three-bed extending to a roomy 112.28 sq m. Living accommodation comprises a separate living room and dining/conservatory.

Current owners have given the property numerous upgrades over the years, including finishing the exterior with stonework and timber cladding, making it visually appealing and in harmony with its coastal location. The interior vibe is similar. In pristine condition, there's plenty of light and large glazing to enjoy views of Crookhaven Harbour and lush countryside. Outside decking areas and a raised patio provide the same opportunities.

The property is located at the entrance to Crookhaven village and just five minute's drive from Barleycove beach – that's if you can tear yourself away from the comfort of home!

Selling agents: James Lyons O'Keeffe, Schull.

Glounathnaw, Bantry Asking price €425,000

This extended traditional farmhouse, 8km from Bantry, is charm personified and is the perfect opportunity to acquire a unique, rural retreat. "This property was rescued and lovingly restored by a couple who moved here from the UK, just over a year ago, the husband passed away. This has influenced his wife's decision to return to family in the UK. In their search for a home in West Cork, position and privacy were vital factors to consider when buying the property, and this property offers both in abundance," says selling agent Henry O'Leary.

It now extends to almost 2,500 sq ft and features two reception rooms, three bedrooms, an office, a store room, plus a large detached lofted workshop. There is also a polytunnel and a stable. Location is peaceful, but not too secluded either, with Bantry town just 8km away.

"This is an ideal property for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a rural setting," added Henry.

Selling agent: Henry O'Leary Estate Agents, Clonakilty.

Lisnacunna, Clonakilty Asking price €595,000

Exclusive country residence on c.1 Acre of professionally landscaped lawn gardens situated just 6 miles North of Clonakilty Town. Extending to a spacious 3,100 sq ft, this five-bed property, six miles outside Clonakilty town, is ideally suited to family living.

Space won't be an issue here, nor will comfort, but despite being modern and slick, the house still boasts a unique sense of charm and character. As well as a kitchen and dining space, living accommodation comprises two reception rooms and a conservatory. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor, with the rest on the first floor.

A big draw is the fact that the attic accommodates two rooms usable for storage, kids' dens, etc – options are endless. And there's more – namely a 2,500 sq ft detached garage with a fully lofted first floor, accessible by stairs. Attractive gardens and grounds extend to around an acre, with lawns leading downwards to the banks of the River Owenkeagh.

Selling agent: Hodnett Forde Property Services, Clonakilty.