Gerahies House, Gerahies, Bantry, Co Cork, P75RK57
€650,000
- Price per m²:€3,170
- Estimated Stamp Duty:€6,500
- Selling Type:By Private Treaty
- BER No:103248654
- Energy Performance:169.87 kWh/m2/yr
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Description
Offers In Excess of €650,000 EXCEPTIONAL, CAREFULLY CRAFTED COASTAL DETACHED 3/4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW RESIDENCE, SET ON A UNIQUE ELEVATED SITE OF 3.25 ACRES APPROX. OVERLOOKING GERAHIES PIER AND BANTRY BAY. This unique home enjoys a spectacular setting with sweeping coastal views and mountain surroundings that enhance its tranquil atmosphere. The property is located within a short walk of Gerahies Pier and is just 10km from Bantry town in scenic West Cork. SPECIAL FEATURES - Superb coastal residence recently renovated throughout and set on a remarkable panoramic site above Gerahies pier on Bantry Bay. - The main reception areas are designed for entertaining and offer a seamless flow between the main living areas and the front patio. - Sunny aspect with extensive glazing, including atrium style roof lantern which creates a striking architectural feature in the front orangery. - Accommodation extends to 205 sq. m. / 2,206 sq. ft. approximately. - Gas fired central heating throughout and open fireplace. - Well maintained gardens with lawns interspersed with specimen trees and shrubs creating a private setting. - Integral car port, 25 sq. m. approx., adds to the appeal of this fine home. - Bespoke Home Office, 15 sq. m. approx., set in the garden. - Solid river-white granite internal windowsills & blue limestone external windowsills. - New natural slate roof providing exceptional durability and long-term protection in this coastal setting. RESIDENCE The front entrance opens into a distinctive, spacious and light-filled Orangery creating a striking first impression. This leads into a substantial dining and sitting area centered around a magnificent granite and stone open fireplace. The generously sized kitchen is bright and airy, connecting to the dining space through modern barn-style bi-folding glazed doors and a convenient serving hatch. The west wing features a double-aspect master bedroom overlooking the surrounding coastal and mountain landscape. The bathroom includes underfloor heating, twin washbasin vanity units, a walk-in shower, and a luxurious double bathtub with river-white granite surround. The second bedroom is currently used as a dressing room, leading to a bright south and west facing double-aspect room presently arranged as a study (bedroom 3). The south wing consists of a fourth bedroom, guest WC/shower, hall and a corridor leading to the utility area and a warm and inviting sunroom. HOME OFFICE The garden features a bespoke home office positioned on an elevated site. Built on a concrete base with a timber frame and insulated steel cladding, it incorporates wide double-glazed sliding patio doors that maximise the natural setting. The home office is fully equiped with its own electrical spur, high-speed internet, and security camera. GROUNDS The property is set on 3.25 acres approx. of mature landscaped gardens and is accessed via distinctive stone-built entrance pillars leading to a tarmac driveway and front parking area. The grounds comprise a variety of lawns and natural garden spaces bordered by mature specimen trees, shrubs and flower beds. Thoughtfully designed landscaping enhances privacy while preserving the exceptional setting and tranquil atmosphere of the property. LOCATION This property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful and private lifestyle in a superb coastal setting. Gerahies Pier is within easy reach and the picturesque town of Bantry is approximately a 10-minute drive away. The home is located off the road leading to the renowned Goat Path drive and onwards to Kilcrohane, Ahakista and Durrus on the celebrated Sheep’s Head peninsula in West Cork. Notice: Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
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School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | St James' National School Durrus | Distance | 3.8km | Pupils | 17 |
| School Name | Carrigboy National School | Distance | 4.5km | Pupils | 83 |
| School Name | Rusnacahara National School | Distance | 4.9km | Pupils | 23 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Trafrask Mixed National School | Distance | 7.7km | Pupils | 20 |
| School Name | St Brendan's National School | Distance | 9.8km | Pupils | 22 |
| School Name | Gaelscoil Bheanntraí | Distance | 10.0km | Pupils | 121 |
| School Name | Scoil Mhuire Agus Bharra | Distance | 10.4km | Pupils | 341 |
| School Name | Kilcrohane National School | Distance | 10.8km | Pupils | 31 |
| School Name | Adrigole National School | Distance | 11.4km | Pupils | 25 |
| School Name | Ballydehob National School | Distance | 11.7km | Pupils | 24 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Colaiste Pobail Bheanntraí | Distance | 10.0km | Pupils | 766 |
| School Name | Schull Community College | Distance | 13.4km | Pupils | 359 |
| School Name | Beara Community School | Distance | 23.0km | Pupils | 298 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Skibbereen Community School | Distance | 24.6km | Pupils | 945 |
| School Name | Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine | Distance | 26.9km | Pupils | 614 |
| School Name | Maria Immaculata Community College | Distance | 33.1km | Pupils | 639 |
| School Name | Scoil Mhuire | Distance | 33.2km | Pupils | 106 |
| School Name | Mount St Michael | Distance | 38.9km | Pupils | 379 |
| School Name | Colaiste Ghobnatan | Distance | 44.2km | Pupils | 224 |
| School Name | St. Brigid's Presentation Secondary School | Distance | 46.6km | Pupils | 770 |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Durrus | Route | 232 | Destination | Castletownbere | Provider | Tfi Local Link Cork |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 4.6km | Stop | Durrus | Route | 232 | Destination | Kilcrohane | Provider | Tfi Local Link Cork |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 5.8km | Stop | Ahakista | Route | 232 | Destination | Kilcrohane | Provider | Tfi Local Link Cork |
Type | Distance | Stop | Route | Destination | Provider | ||||||
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 7.8km | Stop | Trafrask | Route | 232 | Destination | Castletownbere | Provider | Tfi Local Link Cork |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.0km | Stop | Seafield | Route | 236 | Destination | Bantry Via Bandon | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.0km | Stop | Seafield | Route | 270 | Destination | Bantry Via Bandon | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.0km | Stop | Seafield | Route | 236 | Destination | Castletownbere | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.1km | Stop | Dromacoosane | Route | 236 | Destination | Cork | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.1km | Stop | Dromacoosane | Route | 270 | Destination | Skibbereen Via Bally | Provider | Bus Éireann |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 8.1km | Stop | Dromacoosane | Route | 236 | Destination | Glengarriff | Provider | Bus Éireann |
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BER Details
BER No: 103248654
Energy Performance Indicator: 169.87 kWh/m2/yr
Ad performance
- Date listed13/06/2025
- Views7,282
- Potential views if upgraded to an Advantage Ad11,870
Daft ID: 16069551