What this neighbourhood is really like
Day-to-day life here is genuinely easy without a car. With 69 walkable amenities and 27 shops, pharmacies, and clinics within 800 metres, most routine errands — groceries, prescriptions, a quick appointment — can be handled on foot. Fourteen transit stops within 500 metres means getting further afield is straightforward too, so owning a car is a convenience rather than a necessity. Families will find the school density notable, with 13 schools within 1.2 km covering a good spread of options, and there are 18 cafés, restaurants, and pubs nearby if you want to eat out or grab a coffee without much effort. Honestly, it's hard to find a meaningful gap in the day-to-day picture here — the main trade-off is likely noise and density rather than lack of access, so buyers who prefer a quieter, more suburban feel may want to visit at different times of day before committing.
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Verdon, Hettyfield Park, Douglas, Cork, Ireland
Description
<p>Glenn O’ Connor of DNG O’Connor Finn auctioneers is delighted to present this superb 4-bedroom semi-detached property with a garage in the higly-sought after location of Hettyfield, Douglas to the sales market. This property is situated on a large corner site and is in beautiful condition throughout. The property has a new drainage system which was installed in 2025.</p> <p>Built in 1950 this property extends in excess of 1,470 sq ft / 136 sq m in size. It is heated by oil fired central heating with PVC double-glazed windows throughout and is fully alarmed. The property has a D1 energy rating. This property boasts a beautiful fully enclosed gardens with a large driveway to the front of the property for parking for 3-4 vehicles and generous side access.</p> <p>Located in the highly sought-after suburb of Douglas, this property enjoys a prime residential setting in one of Cork’s most desirable areas. Hettyfield is just minutes from Douglas Village, home to two shopping centres and a wide range of amenities. The property is conveniently located only 12 minutes from Cork Airport and benefits from a regular bus service to Cork City Centre, which is approximately 3.6km away. Residents can also enjoy easy access to an excellent selection of primary and secondary schools, as well as shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants nearby.</p> <p> </p> <p>ACCOMMODATION CONSISTS OF:</p> <p>Entrance Hallway (3.9m x 1.52m)<br>Bright and spacious hallway with wooden laminate flooring.</p> <p>Guest Bathroom (1.98m x 1.42m) <br>This bathroom is fully tiled from floor to ceiling with an electric shower, wash hand basin & WC. There are two windows to the side of the property for added light.</p> <p>TV Room (4m x 3.47m) <br>This room has wooden laminate flooring with an open fire and a window to the front of the property.</p> <p>Living Room (7.55m x 3.71m) <br>The spacious living room has carpet flooring with an open fire and three windows to the front of the property. There are sliding doors leading out to the front garden.</p> <p>Kitchen / Dining Area (4m x 1.79m) <br>This beautiful open plan kitchen / dining area is finished with tile flooring and recessed lighting. The kitchen boasts a fully fitted kitchen with built-in appliances and tile splashback. There is a window to the rear of the property for added light and a door leading into the utility room. </p> <p>Utility Room (4m x 1.79) <br>This utility room is fully plumbed with tile flooring. There is a window to the rear and a door leading out to the rear garden.</p> <p><br>FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION:</p> <p>Landing (3.79m x 1.12m)<br>The landing has carpet flooring with a window to the side of the property. </p> <p>Bedroom One (3.72m x 3.48m) <br>This beautiful bedroom boasts wooden laminate flooring, built-in wardrobes and three windows to the front of the property for added light. </p> <p>Bedroom Two (4m x 3.55m) <br>This double bedroom is finished with wooden laminate flooring, built-in wardrobes and a window to the front of the property.</p> <p>Bedroom Three (3.04m x 2m) <br>Single bedroom with wooden laminate flooring, built-in wardrobes and a window to the front of the property.</p> <p>Bedroom Four (3.61m x 2.21m) <br>Single bedroom with wooden laminate flooring and a window to the front of the property.</p> <p>Main Bathroom <br>This bathroom is finished with tile flooring with a bath and a window to the rear of the property for extra lighting.</p> <p><br>Features</p> <p>Superb 4-bedroom semi-detached property with a garage in excellent condition throughout. </p> <p>Situated on a beautiful large corner site.</p> <p>new drainage system installed in 2025.</p> <p>Oil fired central heating & PVC double glazed windows throughout.</p> <p>Beautiful fully enclosed rear garden.</p> <p>Year of construction 1950. </p> <p>In excess of 1,470 sq ft / 136 sq m in size.</p> <p>Parking for 3-4 vehicles to the front of the property with generous side access.</p> <p>Building Energy Rating is D1.</p> <p>Excellent location close to all amenities. </p> <p><br>DNG O'Connor Finn, for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of the property whose Agents they are, give notice that: (i) The particulars contained herein are set out as a general outline for the guidance of intending purchasers or tenants, and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract and are not in any way legally binding. (ii) All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. (iii) No person in the employment of DNG O'Connor Finn has any authority to make or give representation or warranty whatever in relation to this development. (iv) The particulars contained herein are confidential and are given on the strict understanding that all negotiations shall be conducted through DNG O'Connor Finn. (v) DNG O'Connor Finn disclaims all liability and responsibility for any direct and/or indirect loss or damage which may be suffered by any recipient through relying on any particular contained in or omitted from the aforementioned particulars.</p> <p> </p>
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Location
Verdon Hettyfield Park, Douglas, Cork City, Cork City
Douglas is a popular, leafy Cork City suburb with a village feel, great schools, parks and strong shopping. A 4-bedroom house suits the area’s family-focused housing stock and appeals to upsizers seeking space near the city and coast.
- •Douglas Village shops & eateries
- •Quick to Cork city; good bus links
- •Family suburb; upsizers buy 4-beds
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