Dohilla, Valentia Island, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry, V23YH21
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Dohilla, Valentia Island, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry, V23YH21

€205,000

1 Bed1 BathDetached
  • Estimated Stamp Duty:€2,050
  • Selling Type:By Private Treaty

About Dohilla, Valentia Island, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry

Highlights

  • 100 year old stone cottage with stunning elevated ocean views across to Dingle Bay and onto Caherciveen and the Old Valentia Lighthouse
  • Chaplin Cottage - is a unique property that was owned by the late Josephine Chaplin daughter of the famous Charlie Chaplin.
  • The cottage has wonderful potential to a buyer that has time for refurbishing this wonder cottage, may qualify for the vacant home grant.
  • Short drive into Knightstown, Glanleam Gardens and beach.

Description

Steeped in history and enjoying an exceptional coastal setting, Chaplin Cottage under 50sq metres, is a unique property that was owned by the late Josephine Chaplin daughter of the famous Charlie Chaplin and the property still remains in the Chaplin family. Dating back over 100 years, this charming stone cottage was originally one of the original Coast Guard cottages perched on the dramatic headland of Dohilla, offering breathtaking views across the Atlantic and towards the historic Valentia Lighthouse. While the cottage requires extensive internal renovation, it presents a wonderful opportunity to restore a piece of Valentia Island`s rich heritage. The ground floor comprises a single open reception room featuring an attractive beamed ceiling, traditional stone flagged flooring, and original small timber windows that retain the property`s authentic character. There is also a bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs, a charming mezzanine sleeping area is accessed by a staircase, creating a cosy and character filled living space. The Chaplin`s purchased extra ground to the rear of the cottage and it goes all way back to the foot of the mountain measuring circa 800 sq metres. Folio Nos: KY23249 & Folio KY15045. Services: Water, septic tank across the road, electricity was pay as you go. Outside the front door is a small garden area, while to the rear there is additional elevated ground offering potential for an extension. Ideally located the renowened Tetrapod Trackway is within walking distance, while the beautiful Glanleam Beach and gardens is a short drive away. Surrounded by the natural beauty and rugged coastline of Valentia Island, Chaplin Cottage offers a rate opportunity to create a truly special coastal retreat in one of Ireland`s most scenic locations. Internal: Room 1 on ground floor: 6.34m x 3.88m High beamed ceiling, stone slabbed floor, stone fireplace, traditional wood windows. Bathroom: 2.51m x 1.98m Bathroom suite old style, Hot tank. First floor: Loft area: 3.89m x 2.19m The particulars herein are issued by Pauline Sugrue on the understanding that any negotiations in respect of the properties mentioned are conducted through them. Every care is taken in preparing particulars but the firm for themselves and the vendors/lessors disclaim any responsibility for any inaccuracy or omission in the particulars and terms of the properties referred to or for any expenses that may be incurred in visiting same should it prove unsuitable or to have been let, sold or withdrawn. Viewing should be by prior appointment with us and our representative will accompany prospective clients. Any reasonable offer will be submitted to the owners for consideration. .

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School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameValentia National SchoolDistance2.3kmPupils48
School NamePortmagee National SchoolDistance5.2kmPupils99
School NameCaherciveen National SchoolDistance8.3kmPupils158
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameAghatubrid National SchoolDistance8.9kmPupils52
School NameScoil An Ghleanna SnpDistance9.5kmPupils23
School NameSn Naomh MhichilDistance11.9kmPupils48
School NameFilemore National SchoolDistance14.2kmPupils71
School NameCoars National SchoolDistance15.3kmPupils41
School NameSt Finian's National School WatervilleDistance15.7kmPupils107
School NameS.n. Cillín LiathDistance19.3kmPupils47
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameColáiste Na SceilgeDistance7.1kmPupils562
School NameColáiste ÍdeDistance22.2kmPupils113
School NamePobalscoil Chorca DhuibhneDistance24.4kmPupils422
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameThe Intermediate SchoolDistance42.4kmPupils623
School NameMeanscoil Nua An Leith TriuighDistance42.6kmPupils158
School NameKillorglin Community CollegeDistance42.8kmPupils288
School NameBeara Community SchoolDistance43.0kmPupils298
School NamePresentation Secondary SchoolDistance49.3kmPupils683
School NamePobalscoil Inbhear ScéineDistance52.4kmPupils614
School NameCbs The GreenDistance57.4kmPupils799
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TypeBusDistance2.5kmStopChapeltownRoute287aDestinationCahersiveenProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance3.8kmStopKnightstownRoute287aDestinationKnightstownProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance4.9kmStopPortmageeRoute287aDestinationKnightstownProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
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TypeBusDistance7.3kmStopColáiste Na SceilgeRoute280DestinationKillarneyProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance8.6kmStopCahersiveenRoute279aDestinationCahersiveenviakillorglinProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance8.6kmStopCahersiveenRoute287aDestinationCahersiveenProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance8.6kmStopCahersiveenRoute287bDestinationAn Chillín LiathProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance8.6kmStopCahersiveenRoute280DestinationKillorglinProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance11.9kmStopBaile An SceilgRoute287bDestinationAn Chillín LiathProviderTfi Local Link Kerry
TypeBusDistance16.2kmStopWatervilleRoute280DestinationWatervilleProviderTfi Local Link Kerry

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