3 Ard Dara Drive, Blarney, Co Cork, T23H765

Welcome to No. 3 Ard Dara Drive, a well maintained, four/five bedroom, detached residence extending to approximately 1,528 square feet. Built in 2000, the property has been lovingly cared for and benefits from an excellent B3 energy rating, with external cavity wall insulation, attic insulation and a new boiler, making the home eligible to qualify for a green mortgage and ensuring long term energy efficiency. Situated in a mature and highly sought after development, it offers a wonderful balance of living and bedroom accommodation throughout. On entering, a spacious hallway sets the tone for the home. To the front, the living room is bright and welcoming with a bay window overlooking the garden and offers an open fireplace. A generous open plan kitchen and dining area enjoys sliding doors that open directly to a private southwest facing garden, making it ideal for both everyday family living and entertaining. Also on the ground floor is a versatile bedroom that could equally serve as a playroom or home office, along with a utility room and a guest bathroom. Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to four bedrooms, three doubles and one single, together with a family bathroom fitted with a corner jacuzzi style bath, a separate corner shower unit and a hot press. Externally, the property is finished in a beautiful red brick façade with a paved driveway providing parking for two cars and a lawned front garden with mature shrubbery. Gated side access leads to a large and private rear garden, fully enclosed with wood panel fencing and is not overlooked. The area is laid to lawn and completed with a Barna shed for all one’s storage needs. Blarney village is a short 15 minute stroll and provides a wealth of services and amenities right on the doorstep including the iconic Blarney Castle, the famous Blarney Woollen Mills, an excellent choice of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as highly regarded primary and secondary schools and a vibrant sporting community. Conveniently located just a short drive from both Ballincollig and Cork City Centre, No. 3 Ard Dara Drive is a substantial family home in an exceptional setting and viewings are highly recommended to appreciate all that it has to offer. Entrance Hall The entrance hall is bright and spacious, finished with a tiled floor, fully alarmed and offers excellent understairs storage options. Living Room 3.97m x 5.46m. The living room is generously proportioned with a large bay window overlooking the front garden, an open fireplace, carpet flooring, a centre rose and cornicing creating a warm and inviting space. Bed 5/Playroom/Home office 2.53m x 5.78m. The ground floor also includes a versatile fifth bedroom, equally suited as a playroom or home office. This dual aspect room is filled with natural light and is finished with carpet flooring. Kitchen/Dining 6.49m x 4.90m. The kitchen is well appointed with an extensive range of floor and eye level units complete with an integrated four plate hob, oven, extractor and stainless steel sink. It is plumbed for a dishwasher and features a large window overlooking the rear garden. A tiled floor and splashback complete the finish while a sliding patio door open directly to the southwest facing garden creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living and making it ideal for dining and entertaining. Utility Room 2.53m x 2.45m. Located just off the kitchen, the utility room is fitted with a range of floor level units and finished with a tiled floor. The space is plumbed for both a washing machine and dryer, while a glazed door provides convenient access to the garden. W.C. The guest bathroom comprises of a two piece suite with a tiled floor and splashback. Landing A carpet staircase leads to a spacious landing providing access to four bedrooms, family bathroom and the hot press. Main Bedroom 4.97m x 4.03m. The master bedroom is generously proportioned and is situated at the front of the home with carpet flooring throughout. Bedroom 2 3.35m x 3.25m. A spacious double bedroom overlooking the rear garden and featuring wood flooring and a double built in wardrobe. Bedroom 3 3.77m x 3.25m. A spacious double bedroom overlooking the rear garden and featuring wood flooring and a double and single built-in wardrobe. Bedroom 4 2.43m x 3.00m. A single bedroom overlooking the front garden with laminate wood flooring. Bathroom A beautifully appointed family bathroom with a contemporary feel, comprising of a four-piece suite including a corner jacuzzi style bath and a separate corner electric shower. The room is fully tiled throughout with recess lighting and benefits from a heated towel rail and ample storage offering both style and functionality.