Seefin, Buxton Hill, Sundays Well, Cork, Shanakiel, Co. Cork, T23XF1W

Seefin, Buxton Hill, is a beautifully appointed five-bedroom, Victorian semi-detached home built in about 1880, located off Sunday’s Well Road and extending to approximately 200 sqm. Spanning three floors, this home, which is rich in original features, offers generous living space throughout. On entering, you are welcomed by a charming reception hallway that leads to two spacious reception rooms on either side and a modern architect-designed rear extension comprising an open plan kitchen/dining area, a utility room, and a downstairs bathroom. The first floor hosts two spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the second floor offers three additional bedrooms. To the rear, with access via Buxton Hill, there is parking for up to three cars, and to the front you are met with a large, south-facing garden. It provides an extended private haven framed by mature hedging and trees. The location is truly ideal. Situated in the sought-after Sunday’s Well area, this home is a hidden gem, peaceful yet exceptionally convenient. It is just a short distance from Cork City Centre, University College Cork, Mercy University Hospital, CUH, and the Bon Secours, and within walking distance of a range of local amenities, including Fitzgerald’s Park and the Lee Fields. A range of primary and secondary city centre schools are within walking distance. This is a fantastic opportunity to live in one of Cork’s most desirable and well-connected neighbourhoods. This property offers the rare opportunity to enjoy Victorian character with a modern twist, while still allowing the new owner to put their own stamp on it. Viewing is a must! Entrance Hall 6.92m x 1.35m. Entry to the house is via an elegant west-facing façade punctuated by large windows and featuring an original Tudor-arch doorway with pleasing decorations which are echoed by the original porch eaves and fascia boards. The entrance hallway itself also displays many original features, featuring a timber floor and understairs storage. It provides access to both living rooms as well as the staircase leading to the first floor. Tall ceilings here and throughout the house generate an impressive sense of space. Living Room 5.50m x 5.35m. The south-facing living room features a wood floor, bay frontage with original sash windows and shutters, and an open fireplace. It’s a spacious, light-filled room complemented by decorative coving. Reception Room 5.50m x 3.94m. The reception room features wood flooring, a west-facing sash window, and a cosy atmosphere, with a decorative fireplace cleverly used for firewood storage. Double doors open directly into the kitchen. Kitchen/Dining room 5.50m x 5.24m. The kitchen, a recent addition in the extended part of the house, is contemporary and bright. It features underfloor heating, Shaker kitchen units with an oven, induction hob, and marble countertops, along with a spacious island finished in matching marble that includes an integrated sink, system for refuse, and ample storage. Pendant lights hang over the island, and a large floor-to-ceiling sliding door floods the space with natural light. A space for dining features integrated seating with a view through the sliding doors. The sliding doors and windows are triple-glazed and insulation is to passive house standards. Utility Room 3.07m x 4.95m. The modern utility room is accessed from the kitchen and includes a door leading outside. It offers some storage, features a tiled floor, plumbed for washing machine and is modern and bright throughout. Guest Bathroom 1.48m x 2.68m. The bathroom features a three-piece suite with an electric shower, a tiled floor, and a tiled walk-in shower space. It includes a window to the rear as well as a frosted internal rectangular window for added light and privacy. Landing 5.50m x 1.35m. The landing provides access to two bedrooms and a bathroom. It features a west-facing sash window that brings in evening light and includes a second staircase leading up to the top floor. Bedroom 1 5.50m x 5.35m. The main double bedroom is a bright, spacious room with a south-facing aspect, timber flooring, integrated wardrobe storage, and again original sash bay windows and shutters. Bedroom 2 3.67m x 3.94m. A double bedroom with timber flooring and a sash window with shutters. Family Bathroom 2.77m x 3.94m. The newly renovated family bathroom features a four-piece suite with a separate shower and a freestanding bath. Dual-aspect sash windows with partially frosted glass provide natural light while maintaining privacy, and the room is finished with tiled floors. Landing 2 5.50m x 1.35m. The landing is carpeted and provides access to three rooms. It features a west-facing sash window that brings in light from the south-west and west and lends itself to use as a space for reading at a desk or sofa. On this floor, elevated vantage points to the south and west encompass sweeping views over the city. Bedroom 3 5.50m x 3.99m. A large front-facing double bedroom with three sash windows and shutters that bring in abundant natural light, complemented by timber flooring. Bedroom 4 3.67m x 3.94m. A double bedroom with timber flooring and a sash window, with shutters. Bedroom 5 2.33m x 3.94m. A west-facing office or fifth bedroom featuring timber flooring and classic sash windows with shutters, making it an ideal study or home office. Property Features • A house with an imposing sense of scale, well-proportioned rooms rich in original features, and situated on an extensive south-facing site offering views of the city and green spaces to the south and west • An elegant contemporary extension to the rear providing a light-filled and spacious kitchen • Prime location vis-à-vis the city centre and a wealth of local amenities, all accessible on foot • Large, private and adaptable south-facing garden