Avila, Convent Garden, Kinsale, Cork

This exceptional and truly unique penthouse apartment is presented to the market in immaculate, fully furnished show-home condition. This beautiful home is located in the heart of Kinsale town and enjoys spectacular views over the harbour.
Occupying the top floor of the beautifully restored Convent development, this magnificent three-bedroom penthouse enjoys an enviable position overlooking Kinsale town and harbour. The Convent has been thoughtfully brought back to life by the highly skilled team at Cumnor, in collaboration with Haroldo Oliveira of JCA Architects, creating a development that seamlessly combines the character and heritage of the original building with contemporary design and luxury.
Extending to an impressive 3,200 sq ft, this remarkable home is accessed via a private lift lobby on the top floor of Schooner Cove or through the original sweeping staircase from the Schooner Cove private entrance from Rampart Lane. From the moment you arrive, the exceptional attention to detail and quality of finish are immediately evident.

From the entrance lobby, you are welcomed into a breathtaking open-plan kitchen, dining and living space. Flooded with natural light, this beautifully proportioned room has been designed equally for entertaining and relaxing, with doors opening onto a private balcony complete with outdoor kitchen and magnificent views across Kinsale Harbour.
Every element of the interior has been carefully considered and expertly finished by Minima Home Ltd. The contemporary Italian kitchen, designed and supplied by Minima Home Ltd, features Arrital cabinetry and a sophisticated ceramic worktop. Arrital is renowned for combining innovative materials with highly functional and ergonomic design, resulting in a kitchen that is both elegant and exceptionally practical.

A striking overhead window fills the kitchen area with natural light, creating a wonderful space to enjoy a morning coffee. The original ornate arched windows to the front of the building provide a beautiful architectural backdrop, overlooking Kinsale town. Lovingly restored, these distinctive windows preserve an important part of the building’s heritage while sitting effortlessly alongside the contemporary interiors.

The accommodation continues with three generously proportioned bedrooms. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are bright and spacious, each benefitting from beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms. The bathroom specification reflects the exceptional standard throughout the apartment, with sanitary ware and finishes sourced from leading Italian and Spanish designers and manufacturers.

Ceramic washbasins and WCs are by Ceramica Galassia, Italy, with marble washbasins supplied by Stone Compact, Spain, and slate shower trays by Becrisa, Spain. Basin mixers and showers are by Daniel Rubinetterie SPA of Milan, while the floor and wall tiles are from Italian designer La Fabbrica. Airslate Graphite wall coverings by Porcelanosa complete the sophisticated specification.

The master suite is a true statement of luxury. The bespoke Gliss Master walk-in wardrobes, designed by Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen for Molteni & C, redefine the concept of the custom-made wardrobe. Elegant finishes, integrated handles, concealed mechanisms, soft-closing features and extensive customisation have been carefully selected to complement the apartment’s architecture and colour palette.

The master bedroom benefits from a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring twin washbasins, a large walk-in shower and a freestanding bathtub positioned to overlook the beautifully landscaped gardens. Rimadesio Valeria glass screens allow natural light to flow throughout the suite, while a private balcony provides another peaceful outdoor space from which to enjoy the sunshine and views across the gardens.

Beyond the living and bedroom accommodation, the apartment also provides a dedicated home office, generous utility room, guest WC and extensive storage throughout, ensuring that practicality is matched by the exceptional levels of design and finishes found across the home.

5 Schooner Cove represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly exceptional penthouse within one of Kinsale’s most distinctive restored developments — combining historic architectural character, contemporary Italian design and spectacular views in one remarkable home.

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