Gloundha House, Dunmanway, West Cork

Gloundha House, Dunmanway, Co. Cork

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Detached House|4 Bedrooms|4 Bathrooms

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For Sale by Private Treaty

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Charming period residence on c. 8.9 acres This remarkable residence was built in the 1850's, it was originally used as a Bianconi coach house which would explain its prime position between Skibbereen, Bantry and Dunmanway. Charles Bianconi revolutionised public transport in Ireland with the use of horses and carriages. He established a network of routes, which eventually covered most of the country from Belfast to Cork. It was then used in subsequent years as a shooting lodge for Lord Bandon. This delightful South-East facing house is approached by a private driveway. It was brought by its current owners in the 1970's when it was sympathetically and architecturally restored and extended to include all the conveniences of modern living standards and has been very well maintained. In the course of the restoration great care was taken to retain and enhance its' outstanding period features. A most attractive feature are the landscaped gardens surrounding the house including terracing with a wide variety of semi-tropical plants, shrubs and a selection of mature trees. The remainder of the 8.9 acres is laid out in paddock with extensive public road frontage and would be excellent for residential development. In a superb location, in the heart of West Cork between Dunmanway, Skibbereen and approx. 1 hour from Cork airport.