Apartment 3, Blackrock House, Blackrock, Co. Cork, T12XDX3

Apartment 3, Blackrock House, Blackrock Road, Cork, T12 XDX3 Located in the heart of Blackrock Village is this beautiful two bedroomed dual aspect ground floor apartment. This home is set within the meticulous refurbished listed landmark Blackrock House in the heart of Corks most sought-after residential locations. A private gated development of just 27 apartments this 18th century building has retained the character and features expected of a property of this age and No. 3 does not disappoint. With high ceilings, arched windows and flooded in natural light this home combines generous living space with modern technology and design to give an appealing home. This home extends to an impressive 1,200 sq. ft. (111.48 sq. m) over just one level. The owners of No, 3 bought a blank canvas and with attention to detail and a keen eye on internal finishes and design have created a distinctive home. The property has own door access and leads through to a welcoming entrance hall, the accommodation in brief offers a distinctive open plan lounge cum dining room, kitchen, utility/pantry, two beautiful double bedrooms both with en-suites. The use of the same floor covering running through the main rooms accentuates the flow of space. Fitted furniture was sourced from Reece Wall of Willow design at Watergrasshill. Bespoke cabinetry, shelving, and statement furniture was used and in the living room this shines through as both functional and relaxing giving a beautiful room full of energy and character. The bedrooms were treated to the same level of detail with custom built in robes taking care of all storage needs while at the same time creating relaxing rooms to enjoy at the end of the day. The property is heated by a district heating scheme that gives a cosy warm home throughout the year and instant hot water on demand. Approached by a tree-lined avenue and nestled between park lands and formal gardens to the north and south the dual aspect of this home ensures you are surrounded by green spaces. A beautiful fountain sits within the private highly landscaped area on the southern side of the building capturing all day sunshine and a lovely place to sit, enjoy and relax at any time of the day. Set with Cork Harbour as its backdrop along with Pairc Ui Chaoimh, The Atlantic Pond and The Marina this home has easy connection onto the Cork Greenway Blackrock Castle 8K loop walk along the old rail line that serviced Crosshaven. Blackrock village has a host of coffee spots and artisan bakery as well as dining and the farmers market on Sunday mornings offer great food and craft stalls. The whole of the Marina from Blackrock Village through to Centre Park Road is well used and many peoples favourite way to pass the time. Just 3 km from the city centre this location is complemented by the iconic Marina Promenade, the 1.8km walkway along the banks of the River Lee, alongside elevated tree walkway, woodland paths, and the renovated Barrington’s Folly. The Holland Park section near Blackrock, with its new playground and refurbished slides, sits perfectly alongside the Atlantic Pond with wider paths, new seating, and an amphitheatre-style area to sit and enjoy nature. The location is well serviced with regular public transport on the doorstep. Viewing highly recommended. Entrance hall: 9.15m x 1.8m A beautifully painted front door leads through to a wide entrance hall with two tall sliding sash windows marrying with high ceilings to give a bright welcome. Decorated in neutral pallet it sets the tone of what to expect from the rest of this home. The dept in the windows gives natural seating or display space. Finished with wide plank engineered wood floor. Lounge cum dining room: 5.34m x 7.5m This room is steeped in period features and design elements with four tall sliding sash windows, high ceilings and is exceptionally well proportioned. Painted in neutral calming tones this room is dual aspect and permanently flooded with natural light. Arranged around a bespoke feature fireplace with inset of electric fire the lounge area of this room is relaxing. Well-designed fitted cabinetry with calming lighting plan, presses at lower part and open book and display shelves overhead in complimenting tones with wood top takes care of all storage needs in the lounge function of this room. The dining room sits inside the two southern windows looking out onto the ornamental gardens to the rear. The bespoke furniture is carried through to this part of the room with dresser complete with glazed press beautifully lit sitting over lower storage acting as a radiator cover. This room is finished with wide plank flooring carried through from the entrance hall. Kitchen: 3.1m x 2.7m Arched from the lounge cum dining room and yet tucked away is a well fitted kitchen. In keeping with the expected colour pallet, design and finish this kitchen does not disappoint. It offers a host of storage at floor and eye level with taller than average units sitting within the floor to ceiling space. Built in oven, hob and integrated extractor fan along with integrated dishwasher and deep set sink unit are incorporated within the back gable of units topped with marble counter top and upstand. A tall bank of cupboards and presses incorporates an integrate fridge/freezer while a lower level of units with marble countertop almost acts as a breakfast bar and an ideal spot to sit and have a coffer looking over through the extensive window onto the rear landscaped gardens. Wide plank flooring carried through from living space. Utility cum Pantry: 2.7m x 1.2m Located off the kitchen this room is invaluable to the home and gives a double function as utility as well as pantry. Fitted with a series of open shelving and plumbed for washing machine this room takes care of all storage needs. Bedroom 1: 6.1m x 3.1m A beautifully calm relaxing room looking south over the gardens beyond. Bespoke robes are fitted offering tremendous storage. Finished in neutral tones and fitted with carpet this room is perfect in proportion. A tall sash window brings plenty of natural light. En-suite: 2.7m x 1.9 Tremendous in size this en-suite acts as a Jack and Jill arrangement with second access from the entrance hall. Completely tiled floor and matching wall tiles the suite includes wall hung wc and sink with vanity mirror overhead. A large walk in shower fitted with dual Raindance shower head getting the best of both world when showering . Radiator fitted as standard with heated towel rail to add to the cosiness of this room. Bedroom 2: 3.0m x 6.0m Another fine double bedroom finished in calming tones. Fitted robes in deeper colours take care of all storage needs within. Finished with carpet and looking out over the gardens to the rear. En-suite: 2.7m x 1.1m Fitted with three piece white suite to include wall hung wc and sink with vanity mirror overhead. Another large walk in shower fitted with dual Raindance shower head getting the best of both world when showering . Radiator fitted as standard with heated towel rail to add to the cosiness of this room. Fully tiled with matching floor and wall tiles. Outside: This home sits within a host of landscaped spaces and has direct access via private gate to the landscaped formal gardens on the southern side. Within the scheme is a beautiful fountain sitting within a highly landscaped area on the southern side of the building capturing all day sunshine and a lovely place to sit, enjoy and relax at any time of the day. The property has two car parking spaces as well as plenty of visitor spaces. New EV chargers have been recently installed to take care of charging needs.