Cork, Macroom, Ireland

DNG Country Homes & Estates are delighted to present to the market Coolalta, Carrigdroghid, Macroom, Co. Cork, P12DW64

Perched on a stunning elevated site overlooking the River Lee and equidistant from Macroom and the village of Coachford, this is a charming, detached home which is full of character and tastefully decorated. Deceptively spacious and enjoying a spectacular secluded setting, this home sits on a wonderful 2 acre site, which contains a mix of beautifully maintained pleasure gardens, a greenhouse and raised beds area and a rewilded hill area, plus a barrel sauna nestled beside the little brook running along the western boundary. In addition to the main house, the property also includes a separate two storey bijoux cottage, which was formerly a store for the local creamery and a post office. The building was converted to living accommodation many years ago and still retains the old-world charm of a bygone era in its attractive façade, whilst including all the necessary modern conveniences inside, and provides the owners with the possibility of using it as separate guest accommodation or for generating additional income through holiday rentals.

Originally built as a fishing lodge, this home has quite the story to tell. By the late 1800’s, the building beside the main house was used as creamery shop, selling the milk produce from the surrounding agricultural hinterland to the local residents. It was also the local post office. Indeed, the post is still collected each day from the distinctive green post box which sits in the front wall. In the mid 1950’s, the nearby Carrigadrohid Hydro station was constructed and this was one of two hydro stations constructed at the time on the River Lee, used to provided power to the city of Cork.

The grounds of this unique property merit a special mention. Well stocked beds are bursting with colourful plant life and the mature tree boundaries add to the home’ sense of privacy. The barrel sauna would be a welcome addition to any home but this sauna’s woodland setting beside a babbling brook is particularly lovely. The discreet greenhouse is a joy to behold as it sits unobtrusive to its immediate surroundings. Wooden arches, gravel pathways, raised beds and a rewilded section complete a green haven surrounding this home, full of natural beauty. The property also enjoys the added benefit of a garage and ample storage sheds, ideal for storing sporting equipment.

Internally, the house is tastefully decorated and features an attractive sunroom, two separate living rooms and a separate dining room, in addition to a well-equipped kitchen cum breakfast room. The kitchen is modern, having been recently upgraded, and features warm grey shaker style floor and eye level units, a breakfast bar, granite worktops, a SMEG gas fired cooker and Baumatic extractor fan. There are three bedrooms, one of which has an ensuite, and a sumptuous family sized bathroom, complete with underfloor heating, a jacuzzi bath and separate shower.

Special Features
Total accommodation c. 166 sq m, comprising main house and separate cottage.
c. 2 acre site
Idyllic setting
Views of River Lee
Extensive gardens with mature planting
Greenhouse & Raised beds
Barrel sauna
Brook on site
Garage
Storage sheds
OFCH
Stoves fitted to both living rooms
French doors to gardens from living room
Fitted wardrobes in each bedroom
Jacuzzi bath and separate shower in bathroom
Underfloor heating in bathroom

Located less than 40 minutes’ drive from Cork City Centre and less than 10 minutes’ drive from either Macroom or the village of Coachford, this home is a outdoor pursuits enthusiast’s dream location. Enjoy rowing on the River Lee at Carrigadrohid Castle (located less than 2km away), stroll along the banks of the River Lee on the Coachford Greenway or hike at Mullinhassig Woods and Waterfalls.
Location Approximate Distance
Macroom 6km
Coachford 7km
Blarney 26km
Cork City Centre 34km
Cork Airport 35km
Killarney 56km

Accommodation:
Main House c. 136 sq m: sunroom, entrance hall, living room, sitting room, dining room, kitchen cm breakfast room, 3 beds, ensuite, main bathroom.
The Cottage c. 30 sq m: 2 beds, open plan living/ kitchen area and WC/shower room.
Main House:
Kitchen 4.7 x 3.3 - fully fitted kitchen, breakfast bar, sky lights
Living room 4.8 x 2.3 - timber flooring, sky light, stove, coving
Dining room 4.8 x 3.1 - timber flooring
Living room 5.2 x 4.2 - solid timber flooring, stove, coving, bay window, French doors leading to garden
Sunroom 5.1 x 2.5 timber flooring, sky lights
Bedroom No. 1: 4.4 x 2.8 timber flooring, built in wardrobes, bay window
Bedroom No. 2: 2.8 x 5.1 open fire, walk in wardrobe and built in units
Bedroom No. 3: 4.4 x 2.1 built in wardrobes
En suite 2.1 x 2.4 tiled, electric shower
Bathroom 3.5 x 2.6 floor to ceiling tiles, shower, jacuzzi bath

Separate 2 storey cottage:
Kitchen/ living room 3.7 x 3.1 including fully fitted kitchen, breakfast bar
WC/Toilet 0.8 x 2.2 floor to ceiling tiles, electirc shower
Bedroom No. 1: 3.8 x 2.3 carpet
Bedroom No. 2: 2.9 x 2.9 carpet