Saturday, November 26, 2011
APTLY named is the extended and upgraded Drinagh, west Cork home called Stone House: it has managed to retain much of its original build material inside and out, but done in a smart way, not too rough and rustic.
APTLY named is the extended and upgraded Drinagh, west Cork home called Stone House: it has managed to retain much of its original build material inside and out, but done in a smart way, not too rough and rustic.
It’s set 20 minutes inland from both Clonakilty and Skibbereen, a mile or two uphill above Drinagh lake, and looks down into that lake, and stands on a site of around three-quarter of an acre which clearly have been taken in hand by a gardener and given a landscaping twist, with attractive paths, steps and pond, as well as sun-trap (well, in this weather, sheltered at least) seating areas.
It will suit someone who’ll enjoy that setting and the slight remoteness, and is for sale with Pat Maguire Properties in Skibbereen with a modest-seeming €195,000 asking price. Put a house of this quality close to the sea and you could add another €100k to that guide.
It’s all smartly done and crisply finished, with a side sun-room with high ceiling and views, as well as a sitting room with exposed stone internal wall painted white, oak floor and antique fireplace, study, well-fitted modern kitchen/dining room with tiled floor, and three bedrooms, plus main bathroom with Jacuzzi bath.
VERDICT: A very nice house and lifestyle, not too far off the beaten track.
Sq m: 149 (1,160 sq ft)
Bedrooms: 3
BER rating: Pending
Broadband: Yes
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