Forthill, Kinsale, Cork

€575,000

Beds
Price	€575,000
Property Type	Site
Size	meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
Refreshed on	Mar 24, 2025
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Group Name	Engel & Voelkers
Sales License Number	002737

Description

An extraordinary opportunity to purchase a prime building site in the highly sought-after area of Summercove, Kinsale. With full unrestricted planning permission in place (Planning ref 21/04554), this remarkable c 0.2 acre site offers the chance to build a stunning contemporary home with breathtaking views of Kinsale Harbour, Charles Fort, the Old Head of Kinsale and the surrounding countryside.

Accommodation

Located on Forthill, just up from Charles Fort, Summercove village and the famous Bulman Pub & Restaurant are just a short stroll away. Kinsale town is c. 5 minutes in the car or c. a 30 minutes’ walk along the Scilly Walk. The site extends to approximately 0.2 acres and benefits from Full Planning Permission for a spacious 2-storey residence, covering c. 188 sqm/2,030 sq ft. The plans feature a modern upside-down design with a large balcony and floor to ceiling window fronts to soak in the magnificent views. The proposed top floor features a large kitchen cum lounge cum dining room and a fine separate family room. Downstairs caters for a large master bedroom en-suite with walk-in wardrobe and a further two bedrooms, one en-suite and a family bathroom. Additionally, there's a versatile home office that offers the flexibility to serve as overflow accommodation, perfect for guests or additional living space. The master bedroom will also benefit from fine views. Situated on an elevated and quiet site away from the main road, the property caters for parking for two to three cars and a fine garden area. Boundary and retaining walls have been built, the wastewater treatment system and the rainwater soakaway are installed and an application has also been made to Irish Water for a mains water connection. A rare and exclusive prospect to own a site with sea views in this idyllic location, this property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. This truly is a fantastic development opportunity for anyone seeking a fine family or holiday home.

BER Details

BER: Exempt

Location:

Located just a 5 minutes' drive outside Kinsale town, this property is close to all the amenities of this pretty seaside town and approx. 25 minutes drive from the cosmopolitan city of Cork. This area of South West Ireland is of outstanding beauty with its dramatic coastline, unspoilt locations and safe beaches. Leisure activities are well catered for, Kinsale provides excellent sailing, yachting and fishing facilities from its two marinas. There are a number of golf courses in Kinsale, Clonakilty and Bandon including the renowned Old Head of Kinsale. Other recreational pursuits include walking, bathing, surfing, and horse riding. There are numerous cultural events held throughout the year, such as the world famous Kinsale Arts Festival, Kinsale Gourmet Festival, the Cork Jazz Festival, the Cork Film Festival, along with a thriving music and opera programme. Kinsale is also home to some of Ireland’s finest restaurants, contributing to its title as Gourmet Capital of Ireland. There are many top class hotels and lots of welcoming pubs. Cork International Airport is conveniently located 20 minutes drive from Kinsale with direct links within Ireland and to major European and UK cities.

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Forthill, Kinsale, Cork

€575,000

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