Ard Alainn
The Highlands
Glounthaune
Cork
T45CA43

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful four-bedroom detached home on approximately half an acre, surrounded by mature trees and greenery. Ard Alainn offers stunning, uninterrupted views over Cork Harbour and combines the space and solid construction of a 1970s build with immense potential for modernisation.

Generously proportioned, the property provides a wonderful balance of living and bedroom accommodation. The layout includes a porch, entrance hallway, four bedrooms (one ensuite), a main bathroom, kitchen, two bright and inviting living rooms, an attached garage, and a gable-to-gable floored attic.

Externally, the property sits proudly on approximately 0.5 acre private site. To the front, a sweeping driveway leads to the house, complemented by a lawn and framed by mature trees and shrubbery for added privacy. To the rear, the extensive south-facing, tiered garden takes full advantage of the panoramic harbour views. Direct access from both reception rooms opens onto a paved patio that runs the length of the property, ideal for al fresco dining or summer barbecues. The first lawned tier provides generous outdoor space, while the second, edged with mature trees and shrubs, offers further versatility. A third tier, also lawned, could easily accommodate a log cabin, garden studio, or vegetable plot, perfect for children or adults to enjoy.

Location is another key feature of Ard Alainn. Nestled in a peaceful enclave just seconds from Glounthaune village, the property offers the feel of a countryside retreat with all amenities close at hand. Within walking distance you’ll find Glounthaune National School (120m), the church and bus stop (800m), the village pub (850m), and the local shop and deli (1km). The train station is just 1.5km away, while Harpers Island Nature Reserve is only 2km. For commuters, the N25, Jack Lynch Tunnel, and Cork City Centre are a short drive, ensuring excellent connectivity.

This exceptional property combines space, privacy, and location in one offering. Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate all that Ard Alainn has to offer.

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Entrance Porch 1.90m x 1.40m. Sliding double glazed uPVC door leads to the tiled porch area. It is filled with natural light and a frosted glass door gives access to the hallway.
Entrance Hall 7.20m x 3.2m A spacious welcoming entrance hall with carpet flooring with access to most rooms and to the large attic via stira.
Sitting Room 5.80m x 3.90m. This bright and spacious south facing reception room is positioned just off the entrance hall with double glazed windows and double doors leading out to the rear garden, giving panoramic views. This room benefits from a working open fireplace and carpet flooring.
Living/Dining Room 5.4m x 5.00m. Positioned to the rear of the property this room is light-filled by floor to ceiling double glazed windows stretching most of the width of the room and taking advantage of the southernly aspect and stunning views. Here entrance to the kitchen is provided by an archway, which can be closed off by sliding doors, giving an open plan or more delineated space. The rear garden and patio can be accessed through sliding doors, making al fresco dining an easy option. This room has a feature working open fireplace, with an ornate brass hood and built into a raised granite surround and seating area.
Kitchen 4.20m x 3.43m. The kitchen overlooks the front garden through large, double-glazed windows and benefits from a good range of floor and eye level style units. 1.5 bowl sink. Plumbing for a dishwasher. The garage can also be accessed from here.
Garage 4.10m x 7.10m. This large, block built, garage is connected to the side of the home and is currently being used as a storage space. It can be accessed from the kitchen or through external front and back doors. It could potentially be used as an office space, utility room, or extra living area (subject to planning). Inside the garage, there is the boiler room, working toilet, multiple electric sockets and plumbing for a washing machine.
Bedroom 1 4.10m x 3.30m. This is a double bedroom to the rear of the property with a large window overlooking the rear garden, Fota Island and the mouth of the River Lee. This room benefits from an ensuite, built-in wardrobes and carpet flooring.
Ensuite  The ensuite comprises of a three-piece shower suite with an electric shower. The ensuite features a frosted double-glazed window and fully tiled floors and walls.
Bedroom 2 3.60m x 3.40m. This is a double bedroom to the front of the property with carpet flooring, double glazed windows, built in wardrobe and vanity unit.
Bedroom 3 3.60m x 3.30m. This is a double bedroom to the front of the property with carpet flooring and double-glazed window looking out to the front garden.
Bedroom 4 2.40m x 2.30m. This bedroom is located just off the hallway. Ideal as an office or fourth bedroom. Double glazed and carpeted flooring.
Bathroom 3.70m x 1.80m. The bathroom comprises of a four-piece bath suite. A sunken bath with shower overhead, bidet, toilet and sink with storage beneath. The bathroom features tiled floors and partly tiled walls. Floor to ceiling tiles around bath. Double-glazed window.
Attic Room 16.3m x 6.6m Stira takes you to this attic space which is fully floored with underfloor and cavity wall insulation, offering potential for conversion (subject to planning permission). It also benefits from two large windows bringing natural light into the area. The easterly double-glazed window gives views over Harpers Island, the Estuary and Fota Island.

BER: D1
BER Number: 118289974
Energy Performance Indicator: 226.2kWh/m2/yr

Glounthaune is a village situated in County Cork, some 10 km east of Cork city, on the north shore of Cork Harbour, the estuary of the River Lee. Locals enjoy the privacy and tranquillity of the verdant countryside and the sea, while never far from modern day amenities and facilities. Aside from the convenient location, it is the beauty and vibrancy of the natural landscape that attracts buyers to the area.