West-wing luxury in €375k Blackrock apartment

Apt. 7 Blackrock House, Blackrock Road, Blackrock, Cork

Blackrock, Cork
€375,000
Size	48 sq m (517 sq ft)
Bedrooms	1
Bathrooms	1
BER	Exempt

If you deserve commander-in-chief luxury and style, then this ‘west wing’ base might be just the property for you.

Apartment 9 is a one-bedroom luxury accommodation option at the western end of at the prestigious Blackrock House.

The original building, a former Ursuline Convent, dates to 1770 and has the impressive 10.5ft ceilings and hefty walls to show for it. Modern tastes and standards have been catered for with central heating, double glazing, and a contemporary kitchen. Twenty-first century life is well covered within this secure and gated development of 27 residents — with allocated parking for one car.

Agent Sean McCarthy, of ERA Downey McCarthy, said he’s seeing interest from couples making their first purchase, investors, and people keen to downsize without compromising on quality or location.

“It’s a super apartment within walking distance of schools, shops, restaurants, bars, and the city centre, and you’re five minutes from the Atlantic Pond and the popular Marina Promenade,” said Mr McCarthy.

VERDICT: Where heritage meets high-end living in a great location.