60 McCurtain Villas, College Road, Co. Cork

Set in the quiet peaceful little enclave of McCurtain Villas off College road is this beautiful three bedroomed home. No 60 McCurtain Villas comes to the market presented as turn key home well designed and laid out to cater for family life. The property enjoys a convenient sought after location with every amenity within walking distance. The property has been upgraded and well maintained by its current owners who have enhance all of the charm and natural features expected from a property which began its life in the 1920s. It now presents as a bright, warm modern home finished with tasteful touches in the use of tiles, fitted units and internal oak doors. The external elevation of this home offers a mix of old red brick complimented with dry dash finish and with the original wrought iron entrance gate and railings retains its original appealing look. The property has a C1 energy rating and extends to 84 sq mt. The accommodation in brief gives entrance hall with guest wc off, kitchen, open plan living/dining room all at ground floor level. The first floor has three bedrooms and family bathroom. There are mature gardens to the front with centred pedestrian access. The rear gardens are beautiful capturing the south and westerly sunshine throughout the year. These gardens are a haven of their own. The location of this home is second to none and the convenience of Cons fresh fruit and veg shop at the top of the road coupled with the well-stocked Centra within 2 minutes of the property ensures everyday needs are catered for. Not to forget the renowned Jackie Lennox fish and chip shop for those lazy evenings. The city centre is a short walk from the property with all of its restaurants and shopping facilities. The abundance of open green parks to include Fitzgerald's Park and even closer the Connaught Park off Connaught Avenue with The Lough in the opposite direction are all within an easy stroll. The area abounds with a number of primary and second level schools close by while UCC, Bons Secours Hospital, CUH and the Mercy Hospital are also on the doorstep Viewing highly recommended. Entrance Hall With the original limestone plinth still in place the entrance hall is accessed via PVC door with glazed inset and overhead fan light. Finished with olde world terracotta tiles. Bespoke built in unit for coats and shoes. Guest WC Two piece guest bathroom located off the entrance hall. Corner sink unit complete with vanity unit fitted for storage and tiled. Finished with terracotta tiled floor. Kitchen 3.10m x 2.00m (10.17ft x 6.56ft) Accessed via oak door from the entrance hall with glazed inset and located to the rear of the property this room is wonderfully bright with lots of natural light coming from the rear elevation combined with recessed lights. Extensively fitted with floor and eye level units in cream colour tastefully finished with pelmet gives maximum storage arranged with single drainer sink unit. Floored in a continuation of the terracotta tiles this kitchen has everything close at hand. Fitted appliances include cooker, hob, extractor, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer and all will remain in the sale. The room offers plenty of work top space with tiled backdrop. The kitchen accesses directly out to the rear garden via fully glazed door. Living/Dining Area 7.00m x 3.40m (22.97ft x 11.15ft) Located off the entrance hall via oak door this room is beautiful and gives two distinct areas. Originally constructed as two rooms the current owners made a change for the better and it now runs front to rear in an open plan layout giving a bright dual aspect space. This room can adopt any layout and in its current configuration the dining area is located close to the kitchen and looks out over the front garden. This dining space finished with oak Junker floor is spacious and has alcoves offering built in opportunities. The living room finished with a continuation of the oak Junker floor runs to the rear and has direct access via double glazed doors to the rear garden. Floor to ceiling fitted shelf unit. Landing Finished with carpet. Old style Velux at landing level to ensure natural light and brightness. Stria to attic, floored offering easy access to additional storage. Bedroom 1 3.50m x 2.80m (11.48ft x 9.19ft) Located to the rear of the property this is a fine double bedroom finished with wood laminate flooring. Hot press offering additional storage. Bedroom 2 3.00m x 4.00m (9.84ft x 13.12ft) Located to the front of the property this is another fine double bedroom finished with wood laminate flooring. Built in alcove unit offering shelving with overhead and underneath storage presses. Bedroom 3 2.90m x 2.20m (9.51ft x 7.22ft) Located to the front and finished with wood laminate floor. This room has double robe fitted. Bathroom 2.00m x 1.70m (6.56ft x 5.58ft) Fitted with three piece shower suite to include fully tiled shower cubicle, fully tiled floor and tiled over sink unit all in neutral tones. Electric shower fitted. Sink unit to include built in storage and over vanity mirror complete with wall lighting overhead. Outside : This home sits on lovely mature gardens front and rear. The front garden is lawned either side of the pedestrian access and has mature hedging to the front and sides to give privacy. Selection of shrubs and trees planted. Original iron gate and railings. The rear of the property has a deck running the entire width of the property which can be accessed from the kitchen and the open plan living/dining room. There is outside power and water here. The rear garden which extends beyond is lawned and enclosed and offers a private enclave in an almost city setting. Finished with mature hedging as well as a selection of plants and shrubs. Garden shed for outside storage.