Description
Perfectly positioned within a short stroll of the city centre, UCC, and the Bons Secours Hospital, this home offers unparalleled access to everything Cork has to offer. While in need of modernisation, it boasts well-proportioned, bright accommodation extending to approximately 841 sq. ft. over two levels, complete with a private enclosed yard.
This is a genuine blank canvas, recently vacated by its long-term owner, awaiting your personal vision to transform it into a stunning urban retreat.
Property History & Features:
Dating back to 1888, this characterful home sits on a street rich in history, formerly known as Cat Lane. The property boasts a cream-painted exterior, a classic redbrick chimney stack, and double-glazed PVC windows. Heating is provided by an efficient town gas system.
Accommodation Overview
Entrance Level:
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Entrance Hall: (10.80ft x 3.40ft) A bright and welcoming space, accessed through a classic teak door with glazed inset and fanlight. Painted white to maximise the natural light.
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Living Room/Bedroom 3: (10.10ft x 10.20ft) A comfortable front-facing room featuring a charming brick fireplace with a cork stone hearth, wood laminate flooring, and a large double-glazed picture window overlooking the street. Double doors lead through to:
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Dining Room/Family Room: (14.60ft x 10.50ft) A fantastic, versatile space flooded with light from double sliding patio doors that open to the rear yard. Centred around a fireplace with a gas fire, this room is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Includes valuable understairs storage.
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Kitchen: (11.90ft x 5.90ft) A practical galley-style kitchen fitted with a range of floor and eye-level units, extensive tiled countertops, and a large picture window. A single door provides direct access to the rear yard.
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Bathroom: (13.30ft x 5.20ft) Fitted with a three-piece white suite comprising a WC, pedestal washbasin, and a fully tiled shower cubicle with an electric shower.
First Floor:
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Bedroom 1: (11.00ft x 10.90ft) A generous double bedroom to the rear, featuring excellent built-in wardrobes and flooded with natural light from a large Velux window.
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Bedroom 2: (14.50ft x 10.20ft) A spacious front-facing double bedroom, enhanced by a pop-up dormer window that creates a bright and airy atmosphere.
Outside:
A low-maintenance enclosed yard to the rear offers a private outdoor space, ideal for morning coffee or evening entertaining.
Viewing is Highly Recommended:
To appreciate the immense potential of this city centre home, contact Keystone Real Estate to arrange your private viewing.