Lower Meadows, Ballybraher, Ballycotton, Co. Cork, P25W259

Lower Meadows on c.7.92 ha (c.19.6 acres), Ballybraher, Ballycotton, Co. Cork 2km Ballycotton village, 8km Ballymaloe House, 42km Cork city. 47km Cork airport & 264km Dublin city. A beautifully positioned residence full of charm and character, with wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and coastline. Lower Meadows offers three distinct experiences rolled into one. Of course, there are the beaches, the most popular of which is Ballycotton Bay, (a great beach for horse riding, walking and play). It is also the perfect residence for those who enjoy sailing, walking, fishing, snorkelling and all outdoor pursuits and finally, the home itself; full of natural light, charming reception rooms and a wonderful view stretching across the Atlantic Ocean. The property is accessed via automatic electric gates and approached along a ¼ mile driveway offering seclusion, privacy & security in abundance. The residential portion of the property consists of two main dwellings; namely an idyllic three bedroom thatched cottage, is linked to a luxurious four bedroom residence by way of a beautifully appointed leisure area. Accommodation: Ground floor The main residence consists of a large hallway leading to a bespoke handmade kitchen / dining area, living room with log burner (very much the heart of the home), utility room, private office, reception room with large open fire. There is a guest bedroom and downstairs w.c. The main house and the cottage have air to water heat pumps installed. First Floor Principal bedroom with en suite, two walk in wardrobes and a balcony which provides stunning views of Ballycotton Bay and of the Knockmealdown Mountains. There are two further bedrooms (with one en suite) and a main bathroom. The thatched roof cottage is of oak timber frame construction, giving the property real rustic charm and beauty. There is a bespoke handmade kitchen, overhead gallery area (office), reception room, 3 bedrooms with en suites, loft room with additional bathroom. A leisure area comprising of a swimming pool with an oak timber frame construction (10m x 4m and 1.4m deep) and wet area interconnect the two houses. The pool is heated via an air source heat pump. Outside facilities: Staff accommodation - comprises a 1 bedroom self-contained apartment adjoining the stable block. Large barn (galvanised industrial steel construction) with tack room & w.c. This barn has recently been extended. A large garden. An oak framed outdoor entertainment area. A block of 10 stables (two of which are foaling boxes) with rubber matting. 2 separate isolation boxes, all weather sand arena (30m x 30m), lunging ring (16m diameter), mini practice cross country course, observatory with office space. An ornamental lake stocked with various carp & landscaped gardens. Services: Water: Public & Private Supply. Electricity, Septic tank (Envirocare sewage treatment system). Broadband: Bay area networks (Dish). Heating: Air to water heat pump supplying underfloor heating. The solar panels at 24 ground mounted (300w) panels. There are two 6.3KWh Solax battery packs. Ballycotton Village: Ballycotton (Baile Choitín in Irish) is an unspoilt coastal village in Co. Cork, Ireland, situated about 40kms east of Cork city. It is a famous fishing village and has given its name to the folk band Ballycotton. The village is set on a rocky-ledge overlooking Ballycotton Bay and its sandy beach that stretches for about 25km east to Knockadoon Head. The current village is actually a re-settlement of an older village which is now entirely underwater. Cork International airport 46km Mallow Racecourse 76km Killarney Racecourse 128km Beaches: Ballycotton is surrounded by wonderful beaches. In the village there is a small beach called the Conger by Ballycotton Pier. For the more adventurous swimmers you can swim from "The men's bathing area" which is accessed by steps down to a rocky platform on your left going towards the Cliff Walk. In the middle of the village there is a slip way known locally as "The Cow" and here you will find a rocky beach which is great for rock pools. The Ballycotton Bay area has one long sandy beach that stretches for miles from Silverstrand near Ballycotton to Ballycrenane near Knockadoon Head. Fishing: Ballycotton has a proud fishing tradition and many locals still earn their livelihood from fishing. From Ballycotton pier and Breakwater you can fish for mackerel and conger (night time best) and from the Breakwater you can bottom fish for plaice, dabs, black sole and dogfish, codling in winter time and mullet inside the Breakwater. The Irish record for plaice and black sole have been recorded here. All around Ballycotton Bay has great fishing. Sailing: Ballycotton has a number of moorings or anchoring outside the harbour. This is the best option for visiting boats as the harbour is very busy with fishing boats. Ballycotton Bay provides excellent holding in a good anchorage in all westerly conditions. Access is straightforward as there are no off-lying dangers for an eastern approach. Golf courses: The region is famous for its golf courses and these include; 81km - Old Head links course at Kinsale, Co. Cork 32km - Cork Championship Golf Course located at Little Island, Cork 29km - Fota Island (home to the Irish Open in 2014) 15km - Castlemartyr a links style course Furthermore adjacent to the Ballycotton Island lighthouse and the sea is where you will find the local pitch and putt course. Directions: From Dublin merge onto the Naas Road then continue onto the N7 for c.20 km. Continue on the M7 signposted for Limerick, Cork & Waterford (M8 & M9) for c.74 km. Keep left to continue on the M8 signposted Cork & Durrow for c. 143 km. At the roundabout take the first exit onto the N25 signposted Rosslare & Waterford. Proceed along the N25 for c.15 km and at the Lake View roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the R630. Turn left onto the R629 and proceed for c.17 km whereby you will enter the village of Ballycotton. Once in the village turn right just before Ballycotton Pitch & Putt (uphill). Continue for c.1 km where Lower Meadows is on your right hand side (stone brick recessed entrance with electric gates). GPS coordinates - 51°49'31.2"N 8°01'58.0"W Eircode: P25X856