Site with FPP, Forthill, Summercove, Kinsale, Co. Cork
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Site with FPP, Forthill, Summercove, Kinsale, Co. Cork

€575,000

0.2 ac

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Description

  • Sale Type: For Sale by Private Treaty
  • Overall Floor Area: 0.2 ac
An extraordinary opportunity to purchase a prime building site in the highly sought-after area of Summercove, Kinsale. With full unrestricted planning permission in place (Planning ref 21/04554), this remarkable c 0.2 acre site offers the chance to build a stunning contemporary home with breathtaking views of Kinsale Harbour, Charles Fort, the Old Head of Kinsale and the surrounding countryside. Located on Forthill, just up from Charles Fort, Summercove village and the famous Bulman Pub & Restaurant are just a short stroll away. Kinsale town is c. 5 minutes in the car or c. a 30 minutes’ walk along the Scilly Walk. The site extends to approximately 0.2 acres and benefits from Full Planning Permission for a spacious 2-storey residence, covering c. 188 sqm/2,030 sq ft. The plans feature a modern upside-down design with a large balcony and floor to ceiling window fronts to soak in the magnificent views. The proposed top floor features a large kitchen cum lounge cum dining room and a fine separate family room. Downstairs caters for a large master bedroom en-suite with walk-in wardrobe and a further two bedrooms, one en-suite and a family bathroom. Additionally, there's a versatile home office that offers the flexibility to serve as overflow accommodation, perfect for guests or additional living space. The master bedroom will also benefit from fine views. Situated on an elevated and quiet site away from the main road, the property caters for parking for two to three cars and a fine garden area. Boundary and retaining walls have been built, the wastewater treatment system and the rainwater soakaway are installed and an application has also been made to Irish Water for a mains water connection. A rare and exclusive prospect to own a site with sea views in this idyllic location, this property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. This truly is a fantastic development opportunity for anyone seeking a fine family or holiday home. Location Description Located just a 5 minutes' drive outside Kinsale town, this property is close to all the amenities of this pretty seaside town and approx. 25 minutes drive from the cosmopolitan city of Cork. This area of South West Ireland is of outstanding beauty with its dramatic coastline, unspoilt locations and safe beaches. Leisure activities are well catered for, Kinsale provides excellent sailing, yachting and fishing facilities from its two marinas. There are a number of golf courses in Kinsale, Clonakilty and Bandon including the renowned Old Head of Kinsale. Other recreational pursuits include walking, bathing, surfing, and horse riding. There are numerous cultural events held throughout the year, such as the world famous Kinsale Arts Festival, Kinsale Gourmet Festival, the Cork Jazz Festival, the Cork Film Festival, along with a thriving music and opera programme. Kinsale is also home to some of Ireland’s finest restaurants, contributing to its title as Gourmet Capital of Ireland. There are many top class hotels and lots of welcoming pubs. Cork International Airport is conveniently located 20 minutes drive from Kinsale with direct links within Ireland and to major European and UK cities. Finest International Real Estate Ireland Ltd. t/a Engel & Voelkers act as agents for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that: 1. By sending an enquiry through the property portal in relation to any of our property listings you are consenting to the storage, use and processing of your personal data by the provider according to Engel & Voelkers’ privacy policy in order for us to reply to your contact request or request for information. A copy of our privacy policy can be viewed at www.engelvoelkers.com/westcork/privacypolicy. You can revoke your consent at any time in the future in line with the privacy policy. 2. The particulars are set out as a general outline for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not institute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. 3. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and any other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representatives of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 4. Any loose furniture, non-integrated appliances, white goods and curtains are deemed not to be included in the sale of the property unless specifically agreed between the parties and outlined in an inventory. Any reference to appliances refers to integrated appliances only. 5. No person in the employment of Finest International Real Estate Ireland Ltd. t/a Engel & Voelkers has any authority to make or give representation or warranty in relation to this property. 6. Availability upon agreement - subject to contract. This offer is subject to change of price, withdrawal or prior sale without notice. 7. Transfer fees, i.e. stamp duty, solicitor fees etc, are not included in the sales price and have to be paid by the buyer. The commission will be paid by the seller.
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  • Benefit of Full Unrestricted Planning Permission
  • Fine Sea Views

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Distance
Pupils
School NameSummercove National SchoolDistance800mPupils219
School NameSt Multose National SchoolDistance1.9kmPupils64
School NameScoil Naomh EltinDistance2.4kmPupils399
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School NameGaelscoil Chionn TsáileDistance3.3kmPupils153
School NameBelgooly National SchoolDistance4.9kmPupils358
School NameDunderrow National SchoolDistance7.6kmPupils188
School NameBallinspittle National SchoolDistance8.2kmPupils195
School NameRennies National SchoolDistance8.9kmPupils138
School NameBallinadee National SchoolDistance9.4kmPupils105
School NameKnocknamanagh National SchoolDistance10.6kmPupils100
School Name
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School NameKinsale Community SchoolDistance2.6kmPupils1465
School NameEdmund Rice CollegeDistance14.1kmPupils574
School NameCarrigaline Community SchoolDistance14.9kmPupils1068
School Name
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Pupils
School NameGaelcholáiste Charraig Ui LeighinDistance15.2kmPupils255
School NameColáiste Na ToirbhirteDistance17.1kmPupils434
School NameColáiste Muire- Réalt Na MaraDistance17.4kmPupils501
School NameSt. Brogan's CollegeDistance17.9kmPupils830
School NameBandon Grammar SchoolDistance18.1kmPupils730
School NameHamilton High SchoolDistance18.1kmPupils432
School NameDouglas Community SchoolDistance20.1kmPupils554
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TypeBusDistance540mStopCharles FortRoute253DestinationTown ShuttleProviderTfi Local Link Cork
TypeBusDistance1.6kmStopKilcawhaRoute226DestinationKinsaleProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance1.7kmStopKilcawhaRoute226DestinationKent Train StationProviderBus Éireann
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TypeBusDistance1.7kmStopKilcawhaRoute226xDestinationMtuProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance1.7kmStopKinsale HotelRoute254DestinationKinsale HotelProviderTfi Local Link Cork
TypeBusDistance1.7kmStopKinsale HotelRoute253DestinationTown ShuttleProviderTfi Local Link Cork
TypeBusDistance2.1kmStopKinsaleRoute253DestinationKinsaleProviderTfi Local Link Cork
TypeBusDistance2.1kmStopKinsaleRoute226DestinationKent Train StationProviderBus Éireann
TypeBusDistance2.1kmStopKinsaleRoute253DestinationClonakiltyProviderTfi Local Link Cork
TypeBusDistance2.1kmStopKinsaleRoute253DestinationTown ShuttleProviderTfi Local Link Cork

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