3 Hillview, Cross Douglas Road, Cork City Centre, T12D7E8

Nestled in the heart of Cross Douglas Road, this beautifully upgraded three-bedroom mid-terrace home perfectly blends early 1900s charm with contemporary living. Fully retrofitted in 2019, the property retains stunning original features while offering all the benefits of modern efficiency and design. Upon entry, you're welcomed by a bright entrance hall with a clear view through to the rear garden, immediately showcasing the home’s sense of flow and space. The hall also features the original period staircase, lovingly preserved to retain the home's historic charm. Inside, the home boasts high ceilings, sash windows with shutter blinds, and elegant half landings that enhance natural light throughout. A double-storey rear extension has created expansive living space, while a striking floor-to-ceiling aluminium sliding door at the rear floods the area with light and opens out onto the garden — perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The 2019 retrofit included replacement of all windows and doors, full insulation, upgraded electrics and plumbing, and an energy-efficient heating system (combi boiler with zoning), the home benefits from fibre broadband. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. A generous loft space provides excellent storage or potential for future development (subject to planning). A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully modernised period home in a prime location, close to schools, shops, and excellent transport links. The area is very well served by public transport and has access to road networks such as the South Link making it the ideal property in terms of location and convenience with easy access to Douglas and Cork City Centre. There is pedestrian access to Tramore Valley park within walking distance of the property. Entrance Hall: 4.42m x 3.53m Before entering the property, you are greeting with a courtyard that has a been fitted with period tiles from the original house. Upon entering, your eyes are instantly drawn to the rear garden as the sliding door to the rear fills the home with natural light. Living Room: 3.98m x 3.37m The open plan space adds to the character of this home. This space benefits from an original brick chimney and timber floor that flows through the downstairs of the home. Kitchen/Dining Area 4.05m x 2.83m This modern galley kitchen is designed with both style and function in mind. Featuring a streamlined layout, it offers plenty of counter space and an abundance of smart storage solutions, including deep drawers, overhead cabinetry, and integrated shelving. High-quality finishes, contemporary fittings, and energy-efficient appliances. Utility Room: 3.34m x 2.51m Located off the entrance hall, this room has been cleverly designed to its full potential, offering additional storage, plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. The room also has access to a courtyard. W.c. Comprising of tow piece suite, this room is fully panelled and is located under the stairs. Landing: 7.98m x 2.09m The landing is a beautiful continuation of the home’s original charm, featuring classic half landings and high ceilings. This thoughtfully preserved area connects the upper rooms with a sense of openness and character rarely found in modern builds. Bedroom 1: 4.60m x3.80m Double bedroom overlooking the front garden, this room benefits from original timber floor, slide robes and window shutters offering great privacy but still provides great natural light to the room. Bathroom: 2.55m x1.68m This modern bathroom combines clean design with everyday functionality. Featuring classic white subway tiles with contrasting grout and a custom-made cabinet. A full-size bathtub offers comfort and relaxation, with a powerful pump shower. Bedroom 2: 4.0m x 3.22m Located next to bedroom 1, this double room is overlooking the courtyard to the side of the home. Benefits from timber floor. Bedroom 3: 3.55m x 2.34m Nestled away to the rear of the property, this room overlooks the rear garden and benefits from bottom-up blackout blinds. Garden: The rear garden is a private, thoughtfully designed outdoor space ideal for relaxing and entertaining. A porcelain-tiled patio provides a sleek, low-maintenance area perfect for outdoor dining, seamlessly extending from the interior through large sliding doors. A custom limestone bench adds a stylish and functional focal point, while the neatly laid grass lawn offers a soft green space for children to play or for simply enjoying sunny days. This garden perfectly balances elegance with practicality, making it a true extension of the living space.