- NEWS
Pictures take you upstairs and downstairs in the ‘Big Houses’ of IrelandAn exhibition of Big House photos reveals some intimate moments in the lives of both the families and staff, says Tommy Barker
Appeal for public help in double murder probeA double murder investigation involving more than 50 gardaí got under way in Killorglin, Co Kerry, after autopsies confirmed a Lithuanian woman and her young daughter had died violently.
- WORLD
Brand divorced me by text, says Perry Pop star Katy Perry has revealed that Russell Brand told her he was divorcing her in a text message.
- BUSINESS
Aircraft leasing firm buys 10 Boeing jetsShannon-based aircraft leasing firm GE Capital Aviation Services have bought 10 new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners for an estimated $3bn (€2.24bn) at list price.
20% of rich see value of assets halved Nearly 20% of Ireland's wealthy people have seen the value of their assets halved as a result of their over-reliance on property.
- SPORT
GPA may get involved over Friday night championship dictatThe GPA could yet act on the behalf of the Carlow and Laois football panels as they have confirmed neither they nor the players were consulted about Friday week's All-Ireland round one qualifier.
Kearney keeps eyes on main prize Rob Kearney might not have felt like putting his best foot forward today as the Lions continued to prepare for Saturday's all-important first Test against Australia but he is experienced enough to know that after this midweek defeat by the Brumbies, it is essential for the main mission of the tour.
- LIFESTYLE
Bradley bares his soul Soul singer Charles Bradley found fame late in life, but is haunted by his past, writes Ed Power
PROPERTY
Hollywood calling from Carrig Lodge
With an elevated setting, this property ticks all the right boxes, Tommy Barker reports
House of the week
The owners of this quality Blackhill dormer have made the most of its interiors, and of its lush country gardens too.
Offers of €1.7m likely for 214-acre south Cork farm
PORTIONS of this south Cork farm have been sold over the past ten years, but now 214 acres are for sale in one lot, through joint agents, Ernest Forde, of Hodnett Forde, and Joe McCarthy, of Irish and European, for offers in the region of €1.7m.
Wide choice at Allsops auction
An IFSC Dublin investment in an historic old building, a thatched Co Tipperary holiday village, clusters of apartments on Cork’s MacCurtain Street and a number of bars are among the next auction date — Jul 4, Independence Day — for Allsops.
EMC at Mahon cluster
Cork’s City Gate Park in Mahon today takes a further step towards major IT talent clustering with confirmation of the arrival of hundreds of EMC Corporation jobs to the new office campus.
Open the Gates on a special site and special home
This one-off design has both the design attributes and eco-friendliness to attract plenty of interest, writes Tommy Barker
South View could be right for you and with a price to match
Tommy Barker uncovers a property with a great, close-to-city setting on Ballinlough Road
House of the week
Kilmaloda House near Timoleague, Co Cork, was built as the country seat of the Beamish family.
Good enough for Ralph Fiennes...
Tommy Barker uncovers Cois Cuain, a West Cork coastal spot where the actor, and his many talented siblings, learned to run wild.
Country feel within a walk of the city
THIS house at Lima Lawn, Glasheen, is truly a city home, but you’d never guess on an early morning visit. Facing onto a neat green, there’s a lot of tranquility here, despite being within a 20 minute walk from town.
Old-style semi with buyer appeal
No 8 Belmont is situated in a criss-cross grid of suburban parks between Douglas Road and Ballinlough Road in a settled suburb of Cork City. Tommy Barker reports.
A country retreat with old world charm — and a peaceful suntrap
Tommy Barker reports on an appealing offer near chic Castletownshend in West Cork.
House of the Week
A house with a cellar, steeped in Irish and horticultural history, is a summer seller in Cork.
Tesco Express go-ahead
Planning has been granted by An Bord Pleanála for a proposed Tesco Express and a Doc Morris pharmacy on the main Douglas Road in Cork city, by St Finbarr’s Hospital.
A modern take on a classic
Aloft and aloof, this polished gem sparkles atop the city with charming features and a cracking location, finds Tommy Barker
Got the scent for a bargain? Lodge your interest and future is Ros(e)y
Tommy Barker uncovers a green oasis in middle of Cork surburbia
House reborn under canny investor
A house in a great location has been gutted and transformed by an out-of town buyer and is now ready for the market, writes Tommy Barker
House of the week
WHAT a package Belmont is. This period/Edwardian three-storey four-bed home on a third of an acre in one of the best stretches of the Douglas Road in Cork is a desirable, new-to-market arrival.
Cow theme to the fore at new bar
IF YOU can put horses into burgers, why not cows into bars? Seasoned pub and club operators in Cork are set to cause a stampede of cow puns as they open their new premises, The Holy Cow.
Family home fits a wide range
Changes made in the past number of years make the family home at 106 Palmbury Orchard, fit for a wide range of uses — it’s been extended, and now has a ground-floor en suite bedroom, which is wheelchair-accessible.
East Ferry Lodge sets the standard in harbour living
Waterside home is awash with luxury and swimming options, writes Tommy Barker, with interiors to float your boat.
House of the Week
YEARS of professional architectural expertise went into making No 2, Woodview a simple viewing pleasure. It’s a Leeside home that works.
No 5 comes courting you
Tommy Barker says this 1970s large detached house in Ovens, Co Cork has been freshened up to move with the times.
Take off with airport site
STRONG covenants, market rents, and an initial yield of 10.7% are some of the attractions of an office investment for sale at Cork Airport.
Enabling the future
ENABLE Ireland/Lavanagh Centre is buying a seven-acre site west of Cork City for future development/relocation uses.
The right berth if you like your views nautical
Tommy Barker viewed a Victorian home that gets better with age
A choice of bungalows to make a home by your own lovely Lee
River vistas enhance these two Lee valley homes. Tommy Barker reports
Behold beautiful Baltimore bliss
A bunch of houses and apartments are on offer in this trendy West Cork village Tommy Barker reports
House of the week
THERE aren’t very many houses in developments as large, as good, and on as good grounds, as Fernwood — this Cois Chuain home is outstanding in its field.
Complex at your service
A 12,000 sq ft Cork City centre bar and nightclub complex has come to market as part of a liquidator/bank sale, guiding €875,000.
House of the week
The early 1990s were a busy time for the family just now setting sail from 14 The Paddocks. They were family-building and home-buying - and there was a little matter of competing in the Barcelona Olympics in 1992 to contend with as well.
With spades of charm
An immaculately restored 2,400 sq ft home, at peaceful Nadrid, Coachford, has up to six bedrooms and four bathrooms, says Tommy Barker and was found at the end of a six-month hunt by Andrew Ashford and Marian O’Leary, when they returned from Australia in 1999
Historic setting for remarkable home on the bay
Seamark, overlooking Bantry Bay, is a wonder, writes Tommy Barker
Fully supportive structure
The Open Door appeal for the Simon Community by the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland helped to create this house extension, writes Rose Martin
Interest in Cork land a positive indicator
Just over a month on the market and a residential farm in Ballingeary, Co Cork, has been sold for a sum above its most optimistic guide price.
Apartment blocks sold
A DEAL worth around €16m has been reached on the first bank/receiver sale of an entire apartment and retail scheme in Cork, at suburban Dennehy’s Cross.