9 Abbotswood Avenue, Monastery Road, Rochestown, Co. Cork, T12D27E

9 Abbotswood Avenue, Monastery Road, Rochestown, Cork, T12 D27E An exceptionally well-located family home in one of Rochestown’s most sought-after residential developments. This attractive four-bedroom semi-detached property extending to approx. 1,300 sq. ft over two levels is situated in the mature and highly regarded Abbotswood development in Rochestown, offering an ideal combination of space, comfort, and convenience. Presented in excellent condition throughout, the home is perfectly suited to first time buyers, growing families or those seeking a turnkey property in a prime suburban location. The house was constructed in 2000 as part of the original Abbotswood development, a carefully planned residential scheme renowned for its family-friendly layout, generous green spaces, and strong sense of community. Built in the traditional block built era the choice of building materials used in the external elevation includes mellow brick, terracotta tiles, smooth plaster with feature arched windows. Homeowners invested heavily in landscaping from the beginning meaning Abbotswood now presents as a very mature scheme despite its short life. No 9 boasts a C3 energy rating. This home is brought to the market by its original owner and from stepping inside the front door it is clear to see that this home has been well minded in their care. The accommodation in brief gives wide and welcoming entrance hall, extensive lounge with feature fireplace fitted, open plan kitchen cum dining cum family room with direct access to the rear garden, utility room and guest WC all at entry level. The first floor is home to four bedrooms with the main bedroom enjoying its own en-suite. A family bathroom supports the rest. This home is exceptionally bright with the natural light accentuated by the higher than average floor to ceiling heights at both ground and first floor. Arched windows at the landing level and fourth bedroom bring a level of interest and character inside and out. The location of this home is second to none. Rochestown as a location has everything to offer home owners and caters well for all types of family life. A few minutes’ walk brings you to the Bus Stop (routes 216 & 223), Shops, Garage, Pharmacy and easy connection onto the amenity area of Cork Greenway 8K loop walk along the old rail line that serviced Crosshaven for walking, cycling and other recreational activities. The property is also well located with access to the south link road network in both directions while at the same time being within close proximity to Douglas Village and all that it has to offer. Schools (primary & secondary) are on the doorstep and the regular bus service caters for needs at the city centre Accommodation Entrance Hall: 5.6m x 2.7m Accessed via a sage green painted half glazed front door with side window the entrance hall of this home is particularly spacious and bright. Finished in neutral paint colour and fitted with carpet. Lounge: 5.5m x 3.8m Accessed from the entrance hall by double doors the Lounge is a beautiful size. This room enjoys a deep set bay window accentuating the light from the front of this home. A black cast iron fireplace sits at the heart of this room giving deep alcoves either side. A second set of double doors leads into the open plan kitchen cum dining room to the rear of this property. Kitchen cum Dining cum Living Room: 6.44m x 3.8m Running the width of the property to the rear is a fine room host to three uses in one. The kitchen is fully fitted in a U shape with the kitchen units offering extensive storage at both floor and eye level. Appliances included in the sale include fridge/freezer, cooker with extractor fan overhead and integrated dishwasher. A double bowel sink unit is set below a picture window looking out over the mature enclosed rear garden. The entire room is finished with a black slate floor tile. The peninsula part of the fitted kitchen gives a divide to the dining area located just inside double sliding doors to the rear garden. Given the size of this room it is easy to fit a relaxation space and TV here as well should a discerning purchaser wish. Utility Room: 1.0m x 1.2m Located off the kitchen and finished with the same floor tiles the utility is perfect in size. Home to a newly installed gas boiler and plumbed for washing machine cum tumble dryer included in the sale. Door to access the side and rear garden. Guest WC: Set off the reception hall is a Guest WC complete with two piece white suite finished with white floor tiles. A gable window brings in natural light and ventilation. Stairs & Landing: 4.3m x 3.1m The stairs and landing of this home is finished with a neutral carpet carried through from the entrance hall below. An arched feature gable window floods both levels with an abundance of natural light. Access to the attic from here. Main Bedroom: 3.9m x 3.6m Located to the front of the property and enjoying a sister bay window to that in the lounge below is the main bedroom of this home. A fine double room it has extensive built in wardrobes to take care of all storage needs. Finished with stained wood floor. En-Suite: 2.6m x 1.5m A fine en-suite services the main bedroom of this home and is fitted with three piece shower suite to include corner entry shower cubicle, pedestal sink with vanity mirror overhead and WC. Fully tiled in neutral tones with punch out tiles running floor to ceiling this room is fitted with heated towel rail. Bedroom 2: 3.4m x 3.4m Located to the rear of the property is another fine double room complete with robes. Finished with stained wood floor. Bedroom 3: 3.1m x 2.7m This room is also double in size and is located to the rear looking out over the garden. Finished with wood stained floor. Bedroom 4: 2.3m x 2.1m With its feature arched window bedroom 4 is located to the front and could easily be used as a home office space should the next owners have a requirement. Fitted with bespoke shelving for storage. Bathroom: 2.6m x 1.9m Set off the landing is the family bathroom. Fitted with three piece white bathroom suite to include bath tub with shower attachment and tiled surround. A WC, pedestal sink with vanity mirror and shelf complete the suite. Fully tiled floor. Outside: A long driveway accesses the property giving plenty of parking for two cars to the front. Flanked by mature lawns on both sides. A privacy screen fence with side access gate leads through to the side and rear of the home. The enclosed side access of this home is laid with patio and has the benefit of a garden shed already in place to take care of all outdoor storage needs. The rear garden of this home is lawned with an exceptionally well planted border of mature trees, shrubs and low level plants enclosing it and maximising its privacy.