Sea view bungalow

IDEAL for retirees, and within a walk of the sea and beach at Claycastle in Youghal, east Cork, is No 10 Ballyclamasey – a one-off house, despite its having a number in lieu of a name.

Set at least 100’ above sea level, and with a sweep of sea views from its this ship’s bridge-like deck, this three-bedroomed home has around 1,000 sq ft of space, on a sloping, landscaped south-facing site.

Auctioneer Mairead Keogh of Conn Keogh and Son raves about the setting, and says it is in one of the most sought-after areas above the strand. “Look up from the beach here at Claycastle, and it is looking right down at you,” she notes, pinning a €300,000 price to the elevated bungalow home.

Location is a mile by road from the beach. It is very private, she adds, with about 500 sq ft of decking with scalloped front outline best placed to maximise the beach and sea views, along part of the five-mile strand and over to Ballycotton, the island and lighthouse.

Overall condition is good, and rooms include a porch and hall, lounge with open fireplace, a 19’ by 9’ kitchen/dining room, two double and one single bedrooms, and main bathroom.