Upon arrival you are greeted by original stone castle walls with electronic gates that grant access to an attractive tree lined gravel drive with a Gate Lodge to one side. The jewel in the crown are the gardens created by Poulnacurra House s owner with many influences by long time friend Brian Cross. Bedrooms one and two are particularly luxurious featuring high ceilings with plaster coving, sash windows with shutters and window seats and an original fireplace in bedroom one. From here are seven spacious double bedrooms, all enjoying different aspects over the magnificent gardens. Upstairs is a large open landing with two sash windows and window seats to enjoy the mesmerizing views beyond. The kitchen has access to an attractive central courtyard via a back hallway which also connects to a large utility space and a day to day living room. To the rear overlooking a sunny west facing central courtyard is the kitchen that is fully fitted with eye and floor level units. In addition is a study with wall-to-wall book shelving. Stepping inside over the limestone threshold and through the imposing solid wood front door you are immediately greeted by a welcoming reception hall which features a broad staircase with paneling and framed sash window on the return which gives an array of natural light.įrom here there are three generously proportioned reception rooms featuring fireplaces, the drawing rooms being an Adams, all with sash windows & shutters and original plaster coving. 50 years, Poulnacurra House is sure to impress those seeking a private family oasis. Set high over the Glanmire River on over 5 acres of magnificent, landscaped gardens created by its current owners of c. Poulnacurra House (The Pool of the Weir) is noted as being one of the most beautiful classically proportioned two story over basement Georgian residences in Cork, built in 1741 on the grounds of the former Poulnacurra Castle which ceased to exist by the end of the Cromwell era.
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