Raffeen Kinsale, County Cork

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1 Raffeen Kinsale, County Cork

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3 Viewing strictly by prior appointment Raffeen Kinsale, County Cork Cork 27 km. Cork International Airport 21 km. (Distances approximate) An attractive Georgian house set in an outstanding position on the water s edge overlooking the inner harbour Porch, Entrance Hall, Staircase Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Butlers Pantry Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility. Six Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms. Gated access to Carriage Circle and Parking Area. Two-storey period Warehouse. Summerhouse. Garage. Delightful Sheltered Gardens. Flagged Sun and Waterside Terraces. Steps down to Foreshore. Davit. Stunning views over Inner Harbour. 40 metres Shore Frontage, directly opposite Kinsale Marina. In all about 0.16 Hectares (0.40 Acres) FOR SALE FREEHOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY RAFFEEN Raffeen is a most attractive Georgian house of five bays, set in a spectacular waterfront position overlooking Kinsale s inner harbour. Dating from the mid 18th century, the house has bright southerly aspects and occupies undoubtedly one of the finest waterside settings in this much sought after location. The house has been well maintained and improved yet retains many of its original period features. The large sash windows and high ceilings afford a comfortable and airy interior full of light, with the main rooms enjoying the stunning harbour views. The easily managed and well-proportioned accommodation extends to some 320 sq metres (3,500 sq ft) arranged on two floors and includes two reception rooms and six bedrooms. Raffeen was at the heart of the once thriving herring fishing industry that operated from the town throughout the 19th century. The peninsular on which the house sits was central to the industry at the time. It was surrounded by timber processing sheds together with stone warehouses and factories. One of these stone warehouses still stands, directly adjacent to the house and would suit a number of uses or convert to further accommodation, subject to the necessary consents. In addition to its central location, Raffeen also offers much privacy with gated access and charming gardens. The house would serve equally well as a magnificent waterside retreat or exclusive holiday hideaway. COUNTY CORK Kinsale is an historic and pretty town set on one of the most picturesque natural harbours along this stunning coastline its once strategic worth can be gauged by the massive fortifications built here during the Napoleonic Wars; with the town guarded by the Charles Fort, one of the finest surviving star forts and James Fort, diagonally across the harbour mouth. The location of the property is first class set directly on the waterfront, yet in the heart of the town and also offering a high degree of seclusion and privacy. There is excellent access to Cork city and International Airport. Kinsale is located at the mouth of the Bandon River and the harbour area surrounding it offers wonderful coastal scenery and outstanding beauty. Once a busy shipping and fishing port, the town still retains its fishing fleet. There is a peaceful pace of life and a mild yearround climate generated by the Gulf Stream ocean current. The town is feted as the Gourmet Capital of Ireland with many first class restaurants and pubs together with numerous shopping and leisure facilities in the area. Kinsale remains a sought-after location, cosmopolitan in nature with excellent communications, being situated only 20 minutes drive from Cork International Airport serving UK and European destinations. Kinsale has a delightful sheltered harbour with two first class marinas with much sailing activity in summer. There are beaches close by and superb golf courses within 15 minutes including the renowned Old Head course. There is deep-sea fishing available from the town with game fishing by arrangement on the Bandon and Argideen rivers.

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5 ACCOMMODATION Porch Approx m x 1.45 m Glazed hardwood porch with glazed double doors. Slate flooring. Half glazed double doors to Entrance Hall Approx m x 2.85 m Ceiling cornice and centre rose. Doors off to reception rooms. Double doors with stained glass fanlight over and wing windows to Staircase Hall Approx m x 2.90 m Staircase to first floor lit by arched window. Ceiling cornice. Doors off to kitchen, butler s pantry and rear lobby. Drawing Room Approx m x 5.80 m A bright room double aspect room with four sash windows. Open fireplace with white marble chimneypiece. Ceiling cornice and centre rose. Picture rail. Wall light points. Dining Room Approx m x 5.60 m Double aspect with three sash windows. Open fireplace with polished slate and cast iron chimneypiece. Ceiling cornice and centre rose. Picture rail. Door off to Butler s Pantry Window to rear. Shelving. Approx m x 1.50 m Kitchen/Breakfast Room Approx m x 4.55 m Fitted oak kitchen with range of base level storage and drawer units with oak worktops over. Island unit with oak worktop and 1½ bowl Franke sink unit with mixer taps and Fisher & Paykel double dish drawer washer under. Four-oven oil Aga. Built in shelved cupboard. Ceiling hooks. Porcelain floor tiles. Glazed double doors to sun terrace and gardens. Picture rail. Rear Hall Door to rear yard. Utility/Cloaks Belfast Sink, WC. Plumbing for washing machine. Plant Room Water tank. Landing Door and stairs to Attic Bedroom 6 (Approx m x 4.00 m) Bedroom 5/Study Approx m x 2.00 m Bathroom Shower cubicle, vanity sink, WC. FIRST FLOOR Landing Bedroom 1 Approx m x 5.80 m Double aspect with four sash windows. Fireplace with marble chimney piece. Two built in wardrobes. Ceiling rose. Picture rail. Bedroom 2 Approx m x 4.75 m Built in wardrobe. Built in shelved cupboard. Picture rail. Bedroom 3 Approx m x 3.90 m Double aspect room with three sash windows. Vanity wash hand basin. Ceiling cornice Picture rail. Bedroom 4 Approx m x 2.60 m Ceiling cornice. Built in cupboard. Bathroom Porcelain tile floor with Lunasa shower cubicle with seat and multi-head shower system. Corner Jacuzzi bath with showerhead attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, Bidet and WC. Heated towel rail. Hairdryer. Concealed ambient lighting. OUTSIDE The house is approached via entrance gates, opening to a gravel carriage circle with parking off. Immediately adjacent to the house is a two-storey Warehouse, (approx 17 m x 8.50 m) originally built as a store for the fishing industry in the 19th Century. The building would suit a number of uses including conversion to further accommodation, subject to necessary consents.

6 TENURE & POSSESSION The property is offered for sale freehold by private treaty with vacant possession being given upon completion. FIXTURES & FITTINGS Only those specifically mentioned in these details are included in the sale. VIEWING Strictly by appointment with the sole agents. Tel or DIRECTIONS Leave the town centre, taking the road for Scilly. On reaching The Spaniard pub take the right hand turn where the gates to the property will be found at the bottom of the hill adjacent to the slipway. Please note that no signboards are erected on the property. IMPORTANT NOTICE These particulars are for guidance only and are prepared in good faith to give a fair description of the property but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Any description or information given should not be relied on as a statement of fact. Neither Michael H. Daniels & Co., The Mayfair Office, nor any of their employees has any authority to give or make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only. Directly overlooking the water is a Summerhouse with Garage/Store to rear. A charming low stonewall with wicket gate, opens to steps, which descend to the water. Along side the summerhouse is a timber sun terrace and davit for lowering and raising boats. There are delightful sheltered gardens with trees, shrubs and lawns. A semi-circular wall to the west off the kitchen encloses a charming lawned and flagged terrace, with fruit trees. SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage. An on-demand pressurised water system has been installed together with central heating via Wood pellet fired boiler to convection radiators. Mains gas is due for connection to the house in WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY The property is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, either public or private, all wayleaves and easements whether specifically mentioned or not. PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES These are based on the Ordnance Survey of Ireland and are for reference only. All measurements are approximate only - they will be deemed to be checked by the purchaser who will have satisfied himself as the description of the property and any error or misstatement shall not annul this sale or entitle either party to compensation thereof East Grange, Fermoy, Co. Cork, Ireland mhdanielsandco@eircom.net +44 (0) Cashel House, Thayer Street, London, W1U 3JT info@mayfairoffice.co.uk

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