Mature three bedroomed semi-detached family home in one of the more sought after areas Cork city has to offer. This home has instant kerbside appeal with its external elevation sporting a mix of textures and colours. A vibrant re brick punches out the entrance inviting you in while painted reveals around the windows moves the colour palette towards the dash finish on the rest of the home. Double glazed PVC windows, painted gates and privacy screen mix well to punch out the greenery of the lawn and shrubs.
This home was constructed in 1950 and has been beautifully maintained down through the years. Many of the original features expected from a property of this era are very much still in place in perfect condition from the picture rails to the curved balustrade coupled with the panelled doors sitting perfectly within the original skirting and architrave. The design brief at the time was to fill rooms with plenty of natural light and deep set square bay windows couple with 2.5 floor to ceiling height tick the box.
No 3 St. Christophers Drive enjoys plenty of accommodation at both levels and an extra large side garden offers further potential to would be buyer to enhance this further. The gardens front and rear are extremely private. Accommodation spread over two levels give a entrance porch, reception hall, lounge, family room, kitchen/dining room, and sun porch all at entry level. The first floor is home to three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The location of this home is second to none. Montenotte is a sought-after suburb for those looking for a home. It is within an easy walk of the city centre while also well serviced by public transport. none. As a residential location Montenotte has it all with a host of national schools all within walking distance of this home at primary level from Gaelscoil an Ghoirt Alainn just around the corner to St. Patricks and St. Lukes within a small stroll. Secondary education facilities are in abundance and again within walking distance of this home from the local at Mayfield Community to those located along Wellington Road as well as the city centre schools. The tank field located close by is a well know meeting hub for outdoor sports and recreation with the adjoining GAA club of Brian Dillons catering for under age at all levels. Mayfield Sports Complex offers a range of activities with Dolphin swimming club working out of here. Other facilities include Karate, Martial Arts and full gym. Higgins SuperValu has all convenience needs catered for while Dunnes at Ballyvolane is within an easy reach from here.
The front garden of this home is a private space. Accessed via a double vehicular gate as well as single pedestrian gate the front of the home is given over to a space to be enjoyed. Enclosed with mature hedge above low red brick wall offering a lawned garden with some mature plants. This area could alter in layout with ease to give a driveway for parking.
The rear garden of this home is also exceptionally private. It is fully enclosed with a mix of walls and mature hedging to give a naturally relaxing space. The addition of two block built garden sheds takes care of all outside storage needs. The rear garden is lawned in the main with low level walls enclosing landscaped spaces. The side of this home gives a wealth of space should the new purchaser wish to extend. Currently laid out with gravel and enclosed by privacy fence it offers an evening sun trap for relaxation and outdoor dining.

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Accommodation

Entrance Porch ( 1.97 x 3.51 ft) ( 0.60 x 1.07 m)

Set within an arch of red brick is this welcoming entrance porch finished with tiled floor and wood panelled reveals. White PVC front door with glazed insets and sides.

Reception Hall ( 5.58 x 13.45 ft) ( 1.70 x 4.10 m)

This is an abundance of natural light within this space filled from the landing window as well as the glazed panels either side of the front door. Finished in neutral tones with carpet. A curved wall brings interest to the rear of this space.

Kitchen/Dining Room ( 8.20 x 14.44 ft) ( 2.50 x 4.40 m)

Located to the rear of the property and looking out onto the rear enclosed private garden this room is lovely. The kitchen is arranged in an L shape offering a host of floor and eye level units. A single drainer sink unit sits beneath a large window and is inset into great counter top space. Tiles are used as a splashback to break the lower and higher level units. Door to sun porch.

Sun Porch ( 9.19 x 10.50 ft) ( 2.80 x 3.20 m)

A great addition to this home is the sun porch set off the kitchen and connecting around to the family room. This sun porch has extensive glazing looking out onto the rear garden and potting shed. A corrugated roof lets in as much natural light as is possible for this space. The room is finished in an olde world terracotta tiled floor and as a result this room offers a myriad of uses. The independent storage presses located here takes care of all household storage needs with one currently taking on the role of utility. Door to rear garden.

Family Room ( 10.50 x 11.15 ft) ( 3.20 x 3.40 m)

Located to the rear of the home is a cosy family room. Almost perfectly square this room has feature fireplace at its heart finished in cast iron with tiled heart and upstand. All set within wooden surround with shelves and mirror similar to its sister in the lounge. Finished with carpet and picture rail. The rear window of this room looks out into the sun porch beyond and gives a hint of how an extension might work her to enhance the accommodation further.

Lounge ( 12.47 x 14.11 ft) ( 3.80 x 4.30 m)

Located to the front of this home this is a fine room. It has a deep set square bay window with glazing on all sides ensuring this room is magnificently bright regardless of the time of day. A feature fireplace sits at its heart completed in marble tiles and all set within a wood frame to include display shelf and mirror. Deep set alcoves either side. Finished with carpet and picture rail.

Stairs and Landing

Finished with carpet in neutral appealing tones and supported by a neutral pallet on the walls this stairs and lands is exceptionally bright. The including of a large bright gable window is responsible.

Bedroom 1 ( 10.17 x 14.44 ft) ( 3.10 x 4.40 m)

Located to the front of the property this is a lovely main bedroom. It offers plenty of space as the main with deep set bay window giving commanding views across the city. A tiled fireplace sits central giving deep alcoves either side for fitted robes. Finished with carpet and picture rail.

Bedroom 2 ( 10.17 x 11.15 ft) ( 3.10 x 3.40 m)

Nestled quietly to the rear of the property is another fine double bedroom. This room is spacious and mirrors bedroom 1 in that is has a similar tiled fireplace. Deep alcoves either side giving plenty of scope for fitted robes. Finished with carpet and nicely painted.

Bedroom 3 ( 7.55 x 7.87 ft) ( 2.30 x 2.40 m)

Almost perfectly square this is a fine third bedroom. Finished with carpet.

Bathroom ( 5.25 x 7.87 ft) ( 1.60 x 2.40 m)

Fitted with three piece white bathroom suite to include pedestal sink, bath tub and wc. This room is completely tiled both floor and walls. An electric shower is fitted over the bath. Vanity mirror fitted over the sink. Access to attic from here.

Hotpress

Accessed from both the landing and inside in the bathroom this hot press gives great storage and has a double function in that the gas boiler is located here.

• • Well maintained 3 bed family home
• • Lots of outside space with front, rear and side gardens
• • Further development potential to the side to enhance accommodation
• • Gas central heating
• • Double Glazed PVC windows
• • Convenient sought after location
• • Abundance of facilities from recreation to shopping on the doorstep
• • Host of primary, second level and third level within easy reach
• • Public transport on the door step