Modern, revamped townhouse

THERE a couple of hideaway cul de sacs in the U-shaped Marble Hall Park in Cork, a first stopping off point leaving the city and heading out the Douglas Road.

Before passing St Finbarr’s Hospital, right at the start of the Ballinlough Road, hang a left into Marble Hall, and turn again for Marble Hall Close, a neat row of modern compact terraced townhouses where you’ll find No 6.

The two-bed brick-faced home is for sale with Jarlath Boyd of Hamilton Osborne King, with a €350,000 asking price. There’s parking in front and a walled-in back garden with shed.

The location and setting is mature, and the interior has been revamped to a good standard: money has been lavished on it, says Mr Boyd. That spending includes new plumbing and wiring, PVC double glazing and fascias, soffits and chutes, a new kitchen, upgraded bathroom and more.

There’s a living area to the front, with wood floor, recessed spotlighting, gas insert fire in a black cast iron surround, dining space to the back with patio access, and a compact kitchen with maple units and some appliances included in the sale.

Upstairs, the two bedrooms have built-ins or new wardrobes, and the bathroom has a power shower and is wired for stereo sound.

The setting is very private and super-close to the city centre — and the price is within the reach of many. In spick and span shape, this is definitely going to be quick seller.