Lispatrick, Old Head, Kinsale, Co. Cork

A spectacular site of 1.13 acres with full planning permission for an architecturally designed, 4-bed family home with a double garage and no local housing need requirement, in a stunning location just footsteps from the beach. Set on one of West Cork’s most captivating stretches of coastline, this exceptional site of approximately 1.13 acres presents a rare and compelling opportunity to create a truly distinctive home in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Occupying a prime position on the renowned Old Head of Kinsale, the property enjoys an enviable setting along the celebrated 6km coastal loop walk between Garretstown Beach and The Speckled Door, where rolling farmland meets the Atlantic in a landscape that is both dramatic and scenic. Offered with the benefit of full planning permission, the site allows for the construction of a striking architect-designed four-bedroom residence extending to almost 3,000 sq. ft., complemented by a detached double garage. The approved design is both elegant and contemporary, thoughtfully composed to sit comfortably within its surroundings while maximising light, aspect and connection to the outdoors. The house artfully pairs traditional gabled silhouettes with the sophisticated texture of charred black larch cladding, creating a home that is as visually compelling as the headland itself. Generous glazing, clean lines and a refined palette of materials combine to create a home of real architectural presence, with a layout designed for modern family living, including expansive open-plan reception spaces and well-balanced bedroom accommodation. What sets this offering apart is not only the quality of the design and the scale of the site, but the rarity of its planning status. The absence of a local housing need requirement is a significant advantage in such a sought-after coastal location, opening the door to a wide range of purchasers seeking either a permanent residence or a refined retreat by the sea. The setting is nothing short of exceptional. Just footsteps from the beach, the property enjoys immediate access to some of the finest coastal scenery in the country, with sandy beaches, cliff walks and panoramic ocean views all on the doorstep. Despite its peaceful coastal setting, the vibrant harbour town of Kinsale is within a convenient 10km drive, offering renowned restaurants, shops and cultural attractions, while Cork Airport is easily reached within approximately 32km. This is a place where architecture and landscape come together in perfect harmony, it's a site of scale, presence and privilege, offering the opportunity to create a home as remarkable as its surroundings. Interactive tour of the area: https://tours.hol.ie/lispatrick/