Extensive period gem on Cork’s golden mile

Architect’s ownership has helped ensure this fine Blackrock home has been minded and not mucked up, writes Tommy Barker

The owner of the 200-plus year old home Mahonville has been comfortably at ease with his property — thanks to a touch of insider knowledge.

He’s an architect, who knows when sensibly to leave things well enough alone, and when to do the small and clever tweaks as well: as a result, Mahonville has been minded, and not mucked up.