Millboro House - Woodward Auctioneers

For Sale by private Treaty with vacant possession. Viewing by appointment only. [image:image-1]

This gem of a property is situated on the banks of the River Lee on private grounds of circa 13 acres. It is ideally suited for the discerning buyer who seeks a quiet haven away from the buzz of the city but requires easy access to the city centre. Though needing substantial upgrading, the residence offers a handsome interior with original period features throughout.

The executors' sale of this historic Cork Georgian residence was the home of Dr Daniel Coleman and his French wife, Monique Loiseau. The house, with two storey annexe and outbuildings is being brought to the market by their children who recall it as a magical place to grow up.  

Idyllic summers were spent exploring and playing with family and friends, enjoying swimming, tennis, boating and fishing in the extensive grounds and river banks.

The history of families associated with Millboro dates back to the Fitton family who in 1790 are noted as having iron and flour works, mill houses and land there, hence the name of the property.  In 1875, Frederick Rohu who had a successful taxidermy and furrier business in Cork, moved to Millboro House with his wife and eight children. He also had a French connection as his father, John Vincent, who was in the Royal Navy, was the son of Bonaventure Rohu who was a wealthy Breton farmer. In 1953, the house was purchased from the Murphy family by Dr Coleman and it is where he and his wife lived and reared their own family in this beautiful setting.

On viewing the house and grounds and its history, it’s easy to see why the location at only three miles from Cork city centre, appealed to professionals with large families who sought a tranquil home.

The house has plenty of charm and character, with period details still in place,such as fireplaces, cornicing, timber panelling, shutters, notably in the hall, drawing and dining rooms. The library has a beamed ceiling and from here there is a staircase to access the 2,000 sq ft annexe extension.

The kitchen has a Stanley cooker and terrazzo flooring with a pantry off.  A rear hallway is currently used as a utility area. There is also a guest WC.  The potential buyers will probably enjoy planning a more contemporary kitchen and utility area here.

There are four bedrooms upstairs. The timber panelling is also continued in the Master Bedroom upstairs which also has an ensuite bathroom.  The annex includes another four bedrooms, two shower rooms, one bathroom and a landing/playroom..

At the front of the residence the orangerie/conservatory overlooks the lawn, ornamental pond,fountain and the gardens which have a lovely aspect for relaxing and enjoying the wonderful views of the River Lee.

The large gardens include an orchard and terraced gardens to the west of the property. There is also a tennis court for the tennis enthusiast which the future owners will probably need to resurface / upgrade.

There are numerous workshops and storerooms on the property and also a 840 sq ft uncompleted house with a turret / tower  to the side with potential for renovation / development.

Viewing is strongly recommended in order to appreciate the uniqueness of this property and its enormous potential for development.  This is a rare opportunity for the discerning buyer to acquire an idyllic peaceful home / investment property, and is only three miles from Cork city centre.