Welcome to Blair Glaisse a beautiful four bedroomed detached family home set in a private cul de sac of just 10 mature homes.  Deriving its name from Scottish heritage the translation of the words means “field of the glade” or “meadow of the glade”.  Its original naming was apt given the privacy that this home enjoys in its outside space.  Built back in 1930 the property extending to approx. 2,233 sq. ft. of internal space set on approx. 0.28 acres of gardens.  Boasting a floor to ceiling height of just over 9 feet in the ground floor (standard is 7ft 10”) the scale of space is apparent the minute you enter this home.

The exterior captures your interest immediately.   Built by Patrick Coveney it is understood that the homes at Endsleigh Park took their influence from the Counting House on South Main Street featuring Tudor style half-timbering.  With a white washed finish Blair Glaisse sets off perfectly the terracotta tiled roof.  The different twist and turns of this home can be easily seen from the outside and as you approach the home setting out what you might expect to come within and Blaire Glaisse does not disappoint.  Its is easy to see why most of the rooms contained within are dual in aspect such is the design used at the time.  The character expected from a home of this era is also in evidence in abundance from the floor to ceiling height as already mentioned to the original doors, skirting and architrave.  Fireplaces many original to the home have been joined by some new additions however still from the correct time.  Picture rails now back in fashion are set throughout the property at both ground and first floor.

The accommodation gives rise to an entrance porch, reception hall, lounge, family room, open plan kitchen cum dining room, teenage den/play room, utility room and full bathroom all at entry level.  The first floor is home to four double bedrooms with the main bedroom enjoying its own en-suite and a family bathroom takes care of the other three.  The attic is accessed by a full staircase.

The ground around Blair Glaisse is extensive in its overall size.  The property sits perfectly on an east west axis to take full account of all day sunshine both inside and out.  The overall site size extends to approx. 0.28 acres.  Wrought iron double gates painted in black are set within whitewashed piers and give access to a long driveway to easily take care of the parking of multiple cars.  The front garden is lawned and enclosed and its privacy is created by a now mature evergreen hedge.  There are strategic landscapes areas with a selection of mature shrubs and trees dotted around the front of the house and alongside the driveway to give that welcome home.

The rear garden is extensive in size and is particularly private.  It is fully enclosed on all sides to give that extra layer of safety for smallies playing outdoors.  While not in bloom yet the mature apple trees with give tremendous bursts of colour to this rear garden in the coming weeks with its crop to follow in the autumn.  There is a cobble lock central patio space within the rear garden (believed to have come from Patrick Street when it was being resurfaced) that is host to a vibrant Acser tree as well as evergreen mature trees.  The gardens are level and lawned ideal for trampolines, football nets or simply sitting still and relaxing.  There is access around the rear of the property again with mature planting that bring you back to the front of the property.

The location of this home is second to none with easy access by foot to Cork city centre in one direction or Douglas village in the other.  The medical facilities of The Bons Hospital, The Mercy Hospital, CUH and Mater Private are all within minutes reach.  Primary and second level schools abound in the area while third level at UCC are all within walking or cycling distance.  The public bus should it be needed runs at almost 10 minute intervals stopping right outside the door, with multiple routes serving the city centre, pharmaceutical hubs at Ringaskiddy/Carrigaline, large employers at Apple and Dell/EMC.  Cork Airport is less than a 10 minute drive from this home.

Viewing is highly recommended and strictly by appointment.

Accommodation

Entrance Porch

Accessed with sliding patio doors the entrance porch is finished with terracotta floor tiles and  whitewashed walls.

Reception Hall

Wide and welcoming and accessed via original front door in Tudor style traditionally painted in black and white.  The front door is set within a wealth of glazing with glazed panels each side as well as fanlight overhead.  The original features and character expected from a home of this era is on full display here from the archway half way along to the picture rail and original internal doors, skirting and architrave.  This reception hall is finished with hardwood flooring and offers no less than two individual store rooms to cater for all family needs from coats and hats to welly boots and buggies.  A window at the return of the staircase joins with a second window further up in the landing to flood this space with lots of natural light.

Lounge

Located to the front of this home is a peaceful relaxing lounge.  Dual in aspect with large picture windows to include a bay this rooms looks out over the gardens.  It is simply beautiful finished in warm tones and keeping the original features of picture rail.  An impressive fireplace built with limestone set within marble surround and marble heart you can imagine with ease a cosy winter evening in this room

Family Room

Located on the other side of the reception hall is another fine room, dual in aspect, with its own bay window.  This family room is finished with a light maple hardwood floor.  It is arranged around a feature fireplace finished in white marble, black marble heart with wood surround and mantle.  The recent addition of a black cast iron stove has transformed the cosiness of this room.

Open Plan Kitchen cum dining room

The kitchen cum dining room is well placed to the back of the property and looks out over the rear gardens.  This room has grown in size over its time to cater for an expanding family and now gives a great space as the heartbeat of the home.  The kitchen is arranged in a U shape offering a host of floor and eye level units capable of taking all family’s needs.  Tiled with a terracotta floor tile and an punch out over counter top wall tile the units are finished in country cream while the worktop is traditional wood.  A cute little serving hatch connects the kitchen with the family room beyond.  The extension to this room is evidenced by an archway that open plans the fine dining area.  Surrounded with windows and by extension the garden beyond, leaving this dining space is difficult at any time of the day.  Finished with a sister terracotta tile to that in the kitchen to keep the continuity an flow of space

Home office/teenage den/play room

Just when you felt you had seen all the reception rooms of this home,  Blair Glaisse gives you one more with a cosy tucked away room ideal for a myriad of uses as outlined above.  Currently set up as a home office with wall to wall book shelves and storage it again enjoys dual aspect now almost expected.

Utility Room

The most important room in any house is the utility and this room is bigger than average.  It is almost like a second kitchen or back kitchen as they would say.  Arranged with units at both floor and eye level with single drainer sink unit.  There is plenty of counter top space with tiling between the higher and lower level units.  A gable window gives plenty of natural light here.  Finished with terracotta tiled floor similar to that in the dining room.  Plumbed for washing machine and vented for tumble dryer.  A door leads from here directly outside to the rear making it an ideal landing space for muddy shoes or sports gear.

Bathroom

The clever inclusion of a full bathroom just off the utility room makes for an easy family life.  Tiled from top to toe this bathroom sports a three piece white suite.  It includes wall hung WC, wall hung vanity unit with wash hand basin, storage and mirror as well as corner entry shower cubicle with electric shower fitted.  Two gable windows take care of natural ventilation and daylight within this room.

Stairs and landing

Giving twists and turns the staircase has painted newels, spindles and handrail.  It is finished with neutral tone carpet.  You pass no less than two gable windows as you assent these stairs ensuring both the upper and lower levels are permanently bathed in daylight.  The landing continues the era of this home giving lots of space and finished with picture rail.

Main Bedroom

Located to the front of the property is a fine double bedroom.  Dual in aspect the room is finished with wood floor.  There are wardrobes fitted wall to wall, dropping to a vanity space as it passes one of the windows along the way.  They give a host of storage.  A fitted bookcase behind the door takes care of all nighttime reading.

En-suite

Fitted with three piece white suite and tiled from top to toe in neutral appealing tones.  The back wall has extensive mirror set within a tiled border.  The three piece suite includes wall hung wc, wall hung vanity sink with storage and mirror.  The fully enclosed shower cubicle is a great size.   The room is finished with recessed lights.

Bedroom 2

The bedrooms of this home are all double in size and it is difficult to number them.  This room is dual in aspect, finished with carpet and punched out colour in the picture rail.  Extensive fitted wardrobe to take care of all storage needs within this room.

Bedroom 3

Looking out over the rear garden this bedroom is beautiful.  It has double robe fitted and allows the bed to be turned and twisted to whatever position works best for its occupier.  Finished with carpet and painted in white with a punch out of colour in the picture rail.

Bedroom 4

Located up over the teenage den/play this room is dual in aspect.  Finished with carpet it still has the original cast iron fitted fireplace now painted in white.

Attic Room

What a treasure trove to have in this home.  It has over the years been the spot where children and in turn grandchildren have camped out overnight.  It is perfectly arranged, with lots of natural light via two Velux windows.  It also takes care of all easy access storage needs within this home. Finished with wood panelled walls and ceiling and carpet floor.

Family Bathroom

It is unusual to find a modern day bathroom that can host a four piece suite.  This family bathroom is set in the centre of all other bedrooms at this level.  It offers a full bathtub, corner entry shower, wall hung WC as well as wall hung vanity sink complete with storage and vanity mirror with light.  This bathroom is fully tiled with recessed lighting.  Two windows take care of ventilation and natural light.

Garage

Measuring 5.1m x 2.9m the detached garage is located to the rear of the property.  While in need of some upgrading it is solid and has its own power.  Window looking out over rear garden.

Outside

The outside of Blair Glaisse is extensive in its overall size.  The property sits perfectly on an east west axis to take full account of all day sunshine both inside and out.  The overall site size extends to approx. 0.28 acres.  Wrought iron double gates painted in black are set within whitewashed piers and give access to a long driveway to easily take care of the parking of multiple cars.  The front garden is lawed and enclosed and its privacy is created by a now mature evergreen hedge.  There are strategic landscapes areas with a selection of mature shrubs and trees dotted around the front of the house and alongside the driveway to give that welcome home.

The rear garden is extensive in size and is particularly private.  It is fully enclosed on all sides to give that extra layer of safety for smallies playing outdoors.  While not in bloom yet the mature apple trees with give tremendous bursts of colour to this rear garden in the coming weeks with its crop to follow in the autumn.  There is a cobble lock central patio space within the rear garden (believed to have come from Patrick Street when it was being resurfaced) that is host to a vibrant Acser tree as well as evergreen mature trees.  The gardens are level and lawned ideal for trampolines, football nets or simply sitting still and relaxing.  There is access around the rear of the property again with mature planting that bring you back to the front of the property.

Viewing highly recommended and strictly by appointment.