The School House, Altar, Toormore, Co. Cork

Relax with the whole family at this unique and peaceful place to stay along the wild Atlantic Way in the beautiful setting of Toormore half way between the villages of Schull and Goleen in West Cork with a secluded safe swimming beach 200 metres from the property. Explore the magnificent Mizen peninsula, its stunning beaches and walking trails whilst enjoying amazing local artisan food, restaurants and markets. You can also enjoy access to water based sporting activities in a superb environment. This is a truly unique property in the area of Toormore, approx 7 minutes drive West from Schull. The property is set off the road shortly after the well known Altar Wedge Tomb. The current owners have reinstated the the Old School House in great taste and consideration for the time in which it functioned as a school. Many furniture items within the house are antiques and have been sourced from other school houses and historical buildings (more information on this below). The kitchen / dining / living space is open planned and allows light to filter in through the elegant shuttered windows and light the entire space. An original butchers block forms the central focal point of the kitchen. It also has a large fridge, electric cooker, microwave and dishwasher as well as all the expected cooking implements and crockery. There is a lounge area off the kitchen with a couch, multifuel stove and piano. The living room offers comfort with a large couch, TV with free-sat channels and views of the sea. There is a utility room with large sink and washing machine. This house does not have a dryer but it does have a clothes horse and heated drying rack. The downstairs bathroom has WC, WHC and pressurised shower. Upstairs are three large bedrooms: Master Bedroom has a king-size bed, with sea views. Bedroom 2 has a double bed. Bedroom 3 has twin beds. The main bathroom has a large bath and large shower as well as WC and WHB. Large front Patio area with sea view which gets sun all day long and is ideal for Al Fresco Dining.