Ahakista, Graham Norton's place
Far be it from me to drop names, but the bauld Mr Norton is a very involved and visible member of the Ahakista community. He heads an annual August Bank Holiday charity quiz in the town which is almost immediately sold out, despite the 4 am queue for tickets. Ahakista itself is a lovely little burg on the shores of Dunmanus Bay on the Sheeps Head peninsula. It has a feeling of solidity, of an integrated community that can easily absorb the celebrity bestowed on it for one weekend every year. It’s basically the Montreux of West Cork.
Anyway, to business, and this glorious property on the Bay shore. People buying homes in West Cork gravitate towards the sea - et pourquoi pas? - and you can’t get more iconic than this one. And if the 8 acres isn’t enough, you’ll also own another 1-acre island that’s only accessible when the tide goes out.
Period Property on c. 9 Acres with access to the water
Situated on the Sheeps Head Peninsula and overlooking Dunmanus Bay to the Mizen Peninsula, the property is located on one of the most stunning areas in West Cork.
Well maintained charming period house in secluded garden, south facing with many features like hard wood floors, attractive windows etc.
The property comprises of 8 acres of good agricultural land. There is a lovely sea garden well landscaped with lawn, shrubs and mature trees with direct access to the water.
Approximately 6 Km from Durrus village and 3 Km from Ahakista Pier, Cork Airport is approx 90 mins drive.
€700,000
ps West Cork real estate is buzzing this week with news of Skibb’s Liss Ard estate purchase by the US St Dominic Properties group. With a reputed sales price of €3.5 million, the property has a long, colourful and eclectic history from the Cold War to Star Wars. The new owner says, “It is a legacy estate in one of the most beautiful areas in the world. We had long been attracted to West Cork for its natural beauty, rich history, and culinary excellence.”
