The Old Barracks, Church Road, Durrus, Co. Cork, P75FY76

Set in the heart of the charming village of Durrus on the Sheep’s Head Peninsula, The Old Barracks is a beautifully restored four-bedroom townhouse of considerable character with the rare benefit of a large private garden extending to almost half an acre. Originally constructed as part of the historic Royal Irish Constabulary barracks, the property today offers a wonderful blend of period charm and comfortable modern living in a highly convenient village setting. Set back from the street, a gated pedestrian entrance leads through a small enclosed paved garden to the front of the house. Extending to approximately 130 sqm, the residence has been carefully restored and upgraded over time while retaining many attractive original features including high ceilings, decorative fireplaces, sash windows and a traditional staircase. In recent years, the current owner has undertaken a series of thoughtful improvements including the installation of a pitched slate roof over the kitchen with Velux rooflight, the addition of a Town and Country solid fuel stove in the study, upgraded flooring and fittings, and a range of subtle interior enhancements throughout the house. The accommodation is bright and well-proportioned throughout. At ground floor level, an entrance hall leads to a comfortable sitting room with open fireplace overlooking the front garden. A cosy study provides an ideal work from home space and is complemented by a convenient shower room on the ground floor. To the rear of the house lies a spacious country style kitchen and dining room which forms the heart of the home and opens directly to a sheltered courtyard garden. Upstairs, the first floor comprises four rooms arranged around a central landing together with a shower room. The principal bedroom is particularly spacious while two further bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation. A fourth room is currently arranged as a dressing room but could easily revert to use as a bedroom if desired. Few properties in a village setting offer such an unexpectedly large and private garden. Extending to almost half an acre, the grounds include mature planting, productive vegetable beds and a polytunnel. The garden is bordered by established trees and woodland which provide privacy and a wonderful sense of seclusion. Off street parking is also available to the rear. Immediately outside the kitchen there is a sheltered courtyard garden which provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. A two-storey outbuilding adjoining the courtyard offers excellent storage and workshop space and has also benefited from recent upgrading including a new roof and replacement windows and doors. The Old Barracks occupies a prime position on Church Road within easy walking distance of the amenities of Durrus village including local shops, cafés and traditional pubs. The wider Sheep’s Head Peninsula is renowned for its spectacular coastal scenery, walking routes and outdoor lifestyle, while the market town of Bantry is only a short drive away. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a property of genuine historical interest combined with the convenience of village living and the benefit of exceptional garden space; a distinctive home in one of West Cork’s most attractive locations. Accommodation: Ground Floor Entrance Hall: 2.0m x 6.0m. Bright and welcoming entrance hall featuring attractive patterned tiled flooring and a traditional staircase with turned timber banister leading to the first floor. Sitting Room: 4.5m x 3.3m. Comfortable reception room overlooking the front garden and retaining a fine period fireplace with decorative surround and open hearth. Study: 4.3m x 2.2m. Cosy and characterful room currently used as a study and art studio with Town and Country solid fuel stove. Shower Room: 2.2m x 2.0m. Well finished ground floor shower room with subway tiled walls, large shower, wash hand basin and WC. Kitchen / Dining Room: 5.5m x 5.1m. A spacious country style kitchen and dining area forming the heart of the home, opening directly to the sheltered courtyard garden. Attractive painted kitchen cabinetry, Belling range cooker with six ring gas hob and three door oven. Store: Accessed through a characterful antique door with painted glass panel; housing the hot water tank. First Floor Landing: Attractive landing area with feature-stained glass window. Bedroom 1: 4.5m x 3.6m. Generous double bedroom enjoying excellent natural light. Bedroom 2: 4.5m x 2.7m. Bright double bedroom. Bedroom 3: 3.6m x 2.2m. Comfortable bedroom overlooking the rear courtyard. Bedroom 4 / Dressing Room: 2.7m x 2.2m. Currently arranged as a dressing room but equally suited for use as a fourth bedroom or home office. Shower Room: 2.2m x 2.0m. Stylish shower room with walk in shower, heated towel rail, wash hand basin and WC. Outside: Two Storey Barn Utility Room: plumbed for washer/dryer Enclosed courtyard Ample off-street parking Polytunnel A large garden enhanced by a recent programme of tree planting Services: Mains water & sewerage Oil-fired central heating Broadband available Title: Freehold BER Details: BER: C2 BER No: 113260392 EPI: 182.5 kWh/m2/yr