Carrigbawn, Blackrock Road, Cork, T12PYR6

Carrigbawn, a distinguished detached period residence on the Blackrock Road, is steeped in Cork’s social and architectural history. Once home to prominent civic and commercial figures, the house combines classic Victorian character with modern comfort. Rebuilt after the 1920s, it retains elegant proportions, mature gardens, and a sense of heritage that makes it one of Blackrock’s most storied properties. As one enters the gated residence from Blackrock Road, a distinct sense of seclusion is immediately apparent, created by the mature trees and substantial stone boundary walls that frame the approach. The exterior displays the hallmark characteristics of Georgian architecture such as balanced symmetry, elegant bay windows, and a refined hipped roof which offer a fitting prelude to the distinguished interior that awaits. As you pass through the stained-glass front door, you are welcomed into an elegant hallway that immediately establishes the character of the residence. The space is enhanced by refined parquet flooring and impressive ten-foot ceilings adorned with decorative coving. This generous ceiling height continues throughout the principal rooms of the house, with the rear hall, utility room and guest w.c., located to the rear of the property, being the only areas where this differs. The entrance hall is flanked by reception rooms on either side at the front of the house, that enjoy excellent natural light that flows in through the bay windows, taking full advantage of the southerly aspect. The remaining ground floor accommodation consists of a kitchen, dining room, guest w.c. and utility room. The first floor follows the same footprint as the ground floor with ten-foot ceilings and comprises four double bedrooms (one en-suite) and the main bathroom on the return of the landing. Full-height French doors with expansive glass panels open onto a south-facing balcony with affords wonderful garden views to the front of the home. To the front and side of the property lies a fully enclosed garden, enhanced by an abundance of mature trees, shrubs, and flowering plants, with a lawned area positioned to one side. The cobbled driveway, accessed from the Blackrock Road, provides generous parking for several cars and also leads directly to two garages and a gated side entrance to the rear garden. To the rear, the home enjoys an exceptionally private garden, fully enclosed by mature trees, hedging and a stone wall. Two separate spacious and secluded paved patios adjoin the house, one of which opens onto the lawned garden beyond where a number of beehives are discreetly situated, offering an appealing feature for bee enthusiasts. The location is exceptional, close to the rejuvenated Blackrock Village, the Atlantic pond, and the Blackrock Railway walk. There is convenient access to two boat clubs, St. Michael’s Tennis Club, and a full range of primary/secondary schools in the area or in the city centre. The property is within walking distance of the city centre and is also on a main bus route to and from the city centre. Carrigbawn, which affords stunning views over Cork City, will appeal to those seeking a period residence with scope for thoughtful personalisation, while preserving the original charm and architectural features that give a home of this era its exceptional character. Viewing comes highly recommended for this very special and historic home. Entrance Hall 2.19m x 7.37m. Accessed through the stained-glass front door, the entrance hall immediately establishes the tone for the property, featuring elegant parquet flooring, ten-foot ceilings, and decorative coving. Living Room 4.87m x 4.57m. Positioned to the front of the house, this room features a bay window to take full advantage of the natural light from the southern aspect. The living room features solid wood flooring, and an open fire with an ornate cast iron and marble surround and decorative coving. Sitting Room 4.87m x 4.24m. Parallel to the living room, the sitting room also enjoys superb natural light, with a matching bay window that creates a pleasing symmetry to the front of the house. This room features solid wood flooring, decorative coving, and an inset multi-fuel stove. Dining Room 4.87m x 3.67m. The dining room features solid wood flooring, decorative coving and a large window that fills the space with an abundance of natural light. French double doors offer access to a paved patio and the lawned rear garden. Kitchen 4.88m x 3.97m. The kitchen overlooks the rear garden and features a wood pellet stove, set within a glazed ceramic tiled hearth, that adds a warm and inviting focal point to the room. Black and terracotta floor tiles create a period-style finish that create a strong visual contrast, and the kitchen features tiled splashback and ample floor and eye-level units. Rear Hallway 3.14m x 2.64m + 0.83m x 1.46m. The rear hallway provides access to the guest w.c., utility room, larder and kitchen. It features black and terracotta floor period style tiles. A door on either side of the hallway each open onto one of the two separate patio areas. Larder 0.96m x 1.42m. Compact larder with open wooden shelving Guest W.C. 1.40m x 1.17m. Two-piece suite with tiled flooring and a window that overlooks the rear garden. Utility Room 2.39m x 1.43m. Located to the rear of the house, the utility room features tiled flooring and is plumbed for a washing machine. It features a window that overlooks the rear garden. Landing 1 1.77m x 2.52m. Two Velux windows provide much light to the landing area, which is flanked by storage presses. Main Bathroom 2.39m x 2.71m. A three-piece shower suite with a dual aspect, providing excellent natural light and offering views toward both patio areas. Landing 2 2.12m x 8.51m. The return stair landing leads to the main bathroom and first floor accommodation which includes four very spacious double bedrooms (the main which includes an ensuite). The landing features double French doors with a glazed window overhead that opens onto a south-facing balcony that affords a wonderful view of the front garden. Main Bedroom 4.91m x 4.55m. Beautiful and expansive dual-aspect main bedroom situated to the front of the house and overlooks the garden. It features solid wooden flooring, an open fireplace and provides access to the ensuite. Ensuite 1.57m x 3.68m. Three-piece shower suite with solid wood flooring and a window that overlooks the rear garden. Bedroom 2 4.91m x 4.30m. Dual-aspect double bedroom to the front of the house with solid wood flooring and an open fireplace with tile surround. Bedroom 3 4.89m x 3.95m. A beautifully proportioned bedroom enjoying serene views over the rear garden and extending towards Cork City, enhanced by a full wall of floor-to-ceiling built-in wardrobes that add both elegance and exceptional storage. Bedroom 4 3.26m x 3.67m. A large double bedroom overlooking the rear garden, with elevated views extending across Cork City. Boiler Room 1.62m x 2.36m Garage 1 2.61m x 6.85m. Block built single garage with a roller door. Garage 2 2.55m x 4.84m. Block built single garage with a wooden sliding door.