Lauriston offers a total package in Midleton

THE detached family home 4, Lauriston, The Park, right in the heart of east Cork town of Midleton was only built in 2000, but its owners seem to be restless.

Now preparing to move on from the smart and comfortable No 4, in the intervening years this c 17 year old home has a rear sunroom addition from its early days, an attic conversion with en suite room and landing was installed in 2009, the kitchen was upgraded in 2010, a new zoned heating system was put in three years ago, 2014 after insulation was upgraded 2012.

Phew, that’s pretty consistent attention to one’s home, and as a result No 4 Lauriston, The Park, achieves a particularly decent B3.

After all the works carried out, the house-proud owners say “we loved the way the glazed design to the rear takes full advantage of the benefits of the south-to-west aspect from midday, right through to the evening sunset.

The living areas flow seamlessly into the patio area, which becomes a cosy relaxing area on glorious summer evenings. It is a fantastic family home.’’

Local estate agent James Colbert seeks €320,000 for this total Lauriston package, noting that it has four first floor bedrooms with one en suite, the attic room with en suite is multi-purpose, and at ground there are two reception rooms, refitted kitchen and compact sized sunroom with tiled roof off, used as dining space and giving further garden access.

Extra touches include storage under stairs with sliding doors, and there’s also a garden shed with power and water supply, as well as a utility in the main house.

Condition is excellent, the gardens are good sized, there’s off-street parking, and the town’s on the doorstep, as are schools, and sports amenities.

VERDICT: Housing supply’s tight in Midleton, demand is high, and at €320k a family will get a spotless three-storey four/five-bed detached at No 4, for about the price of a city three-bed semi-d

Midleton, East Cork

€320,000

Size: 158 sq m (1,700 sq ft)

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 4

BER: B3