Property Details

Perched on an elevated coastal setting with breathtaking uninterrupted sea views stretching across to Derrynane beach, Abbey Island and Monastry, Scariff and Deenish Islands and onto the majestic Beara Peninsula. This rare and character filled traditional two storey stone residence stands on approximately 1.69 acres, together with an additional 0.49 acre meadow located above the property.
Built in 1919, the house has been lovingly preserved in its original style, retaining the charm and authenticity of a bygone era. Rich in local history, it is said that the time and beams within the sitting room ceiling were salvaged from a cargo ship torpedoed off the coast during World War One adding a unique story and heritage to this remarkable home.
The original section of the house welcomes you into a traditional living room featuring the original concrete floor, open fireplace, and hearth. To the rear, an extension added in 1962 incorporates the kitchen along with a shower and toilet area. A separate sitting room provides additional living accommodation full of old-world character and warmth.
Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, both enjoying stunning ocean views through charming old style windows that perfectly frame the surrounding seascape and coastline.
The property has been carefully maintained and improved over the decades by the same family since it was purchased by the current owner`s father in 1961. Improvements carried out in 1962 included the additional kitchen, water tank , and restored natural water well on the grounds. In 1993 the roof was extensively upgraded with new slates, insulation, chimney repairs, replastering of walls and replacement of front windows.
Septic tank, toilet is connected to the water tank on roof, and shower has only cold water.
No electricity connected to the property, electric pole is outside the house ready for connection, broadband is along the road for connection.
Complementing the residence is a traditional barn, rebuilt in 2015, historically used for stabling and hay storage. First floor has a room, while the ground floor room has independent external access, offering excellent potential for storage, workshop, studio or future creative use. The property is located a short distance from Bunavalla harbour ideal for boat mooring or swimming, also access to some of the area`s most scenic coastal walks, including the renowned Mass Path trail. With its additional land, extraordinary views, historical character, and untouched charm, this unique coastal property offers a rare opportunity for a discerning buyer to place their own stamp on a truly special old style Irish home in one of the country`s most beautiful settings.