Charles Cottage
Summercove Hill
Kinsale
Cork
P17 CP86

In a location rarely ever available, Charles Cottage is a unique character filled historic three bed family home perched high on Summercove Hill in Ardbrack with incredible panoramic views over Kinsale harbour. Packed with original features and enormous potential this is truly an incredible opportunity.

This spacious home was extended 20 years ago and has been impeccably maintained since. The light filled accommodation is generous with most rooms soaking up the south and westerly aspects with distant views. Accommodation includes a spacious reception hall, living room, sitting room, kitchen/ dining room, boot room, and utility on the ground floor. Upstairs boasts three bedrooms and a main family bathroom. To the rear there is a wonderful secluded garden spanning 90 feet. Just outside there is also a garage for storage or off-street parking

Steeped in history, Charles Cottage was built in the early 1800’s to house the vicars of Charles Fort and still features original Welsh slate front façade and many other original features throughout the property, including cornices and wooden shutters. Externally the rear features a well maintained courtyard with two recessed block shed spaces. Stepping up behind the courtyard, a private garden surrounded by orchard walls runs 90 feet to the rear. Beautifully maintained and planted with mature hedging, planting and a centre piece apple tree. The natural topography of the site creates an extremely private garden and living space whilst at the same time enhancing the spectacular views over this historic and majestic coastal location.

Ardbrack is noted as one of Kinsale’s most sought after addresses, situated just a short walk from the renowned Bulman Pier in Kinsale, this contemporary property offers the perfect base for water enthusiasts whether you're swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking. It is also a 5-minute walk to the historic Charles Fort and its stunning coastal walk. Kinsale is a 5 minute drive or can be accessed on foot via the picturesque Scilly walk. Enjoy the best of coastal living, with the chance to unwind at sunset with a drink in hand, soaking up the beautiful surroundings.

An historic town that is famous for its exemplary gourmet restaurants, breath taking views and old town centre. It also has the usual requirements for family living with a number of very good schools, both primary and secondary close by. Kinsale is immensely popular among the sailing and golf community with Kinsale Yacht Club, Old Head of Kinsale and Kinsale Golf Club on the doorstep. Kinsale is only 26km from Cork City centre (less than 30 minutes’ drive) and 21km form Cork International Airport. This is a very rare opportunity that should not be missed.

In an unrivalled position, Charles cottage is a once in a lifetime opportunity with enormous potential. To fully appreciate a viewing is a must. Don't delay arrange today

Entrance Hall  The spacious entrance hall features wall mounted lighting provides access to all ground floor accommodation, and the feature staircase to the first floor. There is also understairs storage/ cloaks.
Living Room 4.79m x 3.88m The living room has stunning views over Kinsale harbour with a southerly aspect that floods the space with natural light. Featuring solid oak original floorboards, original wooden window shutters, original ceiling cornicing and a recessed open fireplace with original marble surround.
Sitting Room 3.74m x 2.93m The sitting room is located to the front of the with a feature wood burning stove with tiled surround, original ceiling cornicing and original wooden window shutters.
Kitchen 3.68m x 3.42m The kitchen is open plan to the dining room and has an array of shaker style floor and eye level units, a kitchen island providing ample storage and countertop space, terracotta tile flooring and a centre piece AGA stove.
Dining Room 3.81m x 2.60m Positioned to the rear of the home, the dining room boasts a twin aspect with velux overhead making the space incredibly bright and airy. It features pine wood floors, floor and eye level units and patio door to the rear courtyard.
Utility Room 2.70m x 1.88m The utility is shelved providing additional counter space and plumbed for washing machine. Access to the rear courtyard is provided here.
Boot Room 3.10m x 1.22m Currently laid out for additional storage, the boot room has terracotta tiled flooring and built in storage cupboards.
Landing  Fully carpeted and provides access to first floor accommodation.
Bedroom 1 4.21m x 3.62m Stunning main bedroom with picture windows providing breathtaking views over Kinsale Harbour and Charles fort whilst flooding the room with natural light. It has window alcoves, wall to wall built in wardrobes and carpet flooring.
Bedroom 2 4.55m x 3.78m This is spacious double bedroom to the front of the home with picture window overlooking the harbour. It has window alcove, wall to wall built in wardrobes with vanity desk and carpet flooring.
Bedroom 3 3.58m x 2.35m The third bedroom overlooks the rear garden and includes window alcove, carpet flooring and built in wardrobes.
Bathroom 3.64m x 1.48m Three piece bath suite with tiled floors and shower unit, electric shower and window overlooking the rear garden.
Garage  Garage unit that is separate to the property providing off-street parking.

BER: D1
BER Number: 118649920
Energy Performance Indicator: 258.44 kWh/m²/yr

Kinsale is a fishing village in County Cork. Located some 25 km south of Cork City on the coast near the Old Head of Kinsale, it sits at the mouth of the River Bandon and has a population of 2,257 which increases substantially during the summer months when the tourist season is at its peak and when the boating fraternity arrive in large numbers.

Leisure activities include yachting, sea angling, and golf. The town also has several art galleries and a school of English. The town is compact with a quaint air of antiquity in the narrow streets. There is a large yachting marina close to the town centre. The town is known for its restaurants, and holds an annual "Gourmet Festival".