Incredible Cork home and castle back on the market with €200k price drop
Last year, when we showed off the truly remarkable Carrigacunna Castle in Cork, it had a price tag of €2.7million — and for good reason.
The home, which boasts an incredible five bedrooms, three reception rooms, a home spa and pool, and of course, a literal watch tower, Carrigacunna is still on the market; but this time around, has a price tag of €2.5million. Bargain!
The property has a rich history behind it, also; Originally built in the 1800s next to a 16th-century Norman tower house, the tower house was owned by the Nagle family, which included Sir Richard Nagle served as private secretary to King James II, who reportedly spent a night at the tower. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
Heading into the home itself, the Georgian Manor has been extended and renovated to include the contemporary features, but has kept some of its original charm — including the Georgian fireplace and intricate ceilings. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
Undergoing an exceptional transformation over two decades and spanning two floors, the home spans four reception rooms are truly spectacular rooms and allow for plenty of natural light with large windows and glass walled spaces which flood the home with year round lighting. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
The main home has three luxurious bedroom suites, as well as a bedroom annex in the adjoining Fisherman's Cottage (more on that in a moment) while the office space on the first floor can also be easily converted into a bedroom. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
Beyond the house are extensive grounds totalling a massive 50 acres, boasting mature gardens, woodland trails, grazing pastures and 1000 metres of fishing rights along the Blackwater River. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
The Fisherman's Cottage is also on the grounds of the property; measuring 72 square metres and boasting one bedroom, being perfect for guests. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
The estate is also situated in a peaceful and unspoiled region of Blackwater Valley, an area renowned for its fertile farmland and natural beauty. The Blackwater River meanders through the home's landscape alongside the banks. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
The home also boasts incredible unobstructed views of the Blackwater Valley, which extends to the Galtee Mountains and Ballyhoura Mountains. The home is also brilliantly served by access to national road and rail networks, while Shannon and Cork airports are both around an hour's away. Pic: Lisney | Sotheby's
Carrigacunna Castle, Carrigacunna, Killavullen, Co Cork is available via Lisney | Sotheby's, with an asking price of €2.5million.
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