From family homes right on the shore to luxury holiday homes where you can see the ocean from your bedroom window, your perfect property is sure to be along Cork's coast

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Who doesn't want to live beside the ocean? Waves lapping up on sunkissed shores, surrounded by the song of seabirds.

It's a dream for many people to live as close as they can get to the beach. With just under 2,000 kilometres of coastline, there's ample opportunity to enjoy some coastal living in Cork.

Whether it's a luxury holiday home where you can see the ocean from your bedroom window or a family home with the beach within footsteps of the front door, your perfect property is sure to be along Cork's coast.

From the Mizen to Midleton, we've put together seven spectacular dream properties that are up for sale along Cork's coast, each with stunning sea views.

This lovely family home has uninterrupted views over Roaringwater Bay from huge double windows in the sunroom. The surroundings of this 4 bed, 5 bathroom home are just beautiful. All the glamour of seaside living in a shallow, sheltered inlet.

The property itself makes for a substantial family home. Built in 2000, this is a decent two-storey detached property sitting on a generous 1-acre site with ample garden space - and steps away from the ocean.

One notable feature of this fab property is it's large sheltered courtyard area. Surrounding by pillared archways and drenched in sunlight - the outdoor courtyard area is very Mediterannean and a perfect spot to bask in the West Cork sea breeze.

Inside is an open plan kitchen and dining room, utility room, spacious living room, gorgeous sunroom and a downstairs bathroom. Upstairs, are four generous bedrooms - all ensuite and all filled with sunlight.

This dreamy family home has an asking price of €625,000.

2. 11 The Coastguard, Schull, West Cork

With wonderful views out over Schull Harbour, the beacon at Copper Point and beyond to Cape Clear, this beautifully maintained terrace home is one many of us dream of.

The 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is on the sea-facing side of the Coastguard development, which comes with direct sea access, a private slipway and a mooring in sight of your bedroom window.

Just a stroll away from the foreshore path to the pontoon and pier, this is an unbelievable spot for anyone looking to get as close as they can to the ocean while maintaining an air of town living.

The home itself is in great condition, with a sun-filled open plan kitchen and dining area, and an airy living room space with double doors leading to a patio and front garden area.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, one ensuite and a family bathroom. There are also stairs to an attic space.

With an asking price of €695,000, this space is ideal for anyone itching for ocean views from your bedroom window.

3. Chevron Point, Rushnachara, Ahakista, Sheep's Head Peninsula,West Cork

Charming, elegant and with impressive coastal views over Dunmanus Bay, this three-bed family home brings together both rustic farmhouse living with all the luxury of modern design.

With an extremely high-quality finish, stunning design and secluded coastal setting - it's hard not to be taken aback by the beauty of this property. Not only does this spot boast impressive sea views, but also mountain views along with plenty of natural light.

The property consists of a traditional Irish farmhouse, guest cottage and 8 acres of land with outbuildings, set on stunning mature grounds and woods. It's clear meticulous attention has been paid to detail throughout the property both internally & externally.

The potential here is endless and this beautiful place could offer a home away from home, an investment opportunity or a permanent home to enjoy the good life in coastal West Cork.

Chevron Point has an asking price of €850,000.

4. 43 Barleycove Villas, Barley Cove, West Cork

This Barleycove property oozes luxury, with stunning views over one of Ireland's best Blue Flag beaches. The view from this 4 bedroom semi-detached house gives panoramic scenes over Barleycove - particularly from the home's private balcony area.

The accommodation itself is finished to a superb standard, totally contemporary and modern open plan kitchen, dining and living area. The decent-sized property would make an amazing holiday home for families, or could even work as a glamourous home year-round for those seeking a quiet life out on the rural Mizen Peninsula.

This home has a unique layout, where three bedrooms and a family bathroom are on the ground floor, and an open plan living space and kitchen are upstairs - along with a fourth ensuite bedroom.

This spot has no outdoor garden area, but it's just 50 metres from the Barleycove Beach Hotel where owners of the property can enjoy the use of the common areas including a football pitch and tennis court.

This lovely Barleycove property has an asking price of €375,000.

5. Aerie, Jamesbrook, Midleton, East Cork

This four-bed property is unique in that there are very few properties on the market with such stunning south-facing coastal sea views, with views stretching right over Cork harbour.

The 3,000-square-foot residence in the sought-after Jamesbrook is on a split level, meaning the views from the living areas are just the best.

The property’s design both inside and out maximises the views with a large living room leading onto a glass-fronted balcony that extends to the width of the property and further enhances the already light-filled living area.

The kitchen, which also takes in the views of Cork's inner harbour, has an open plan design into a dining room which then leads onto a large side patio where the evening sun can be enjoyed.

The bedrooms are to the rear of the property but the main bedroom (with Ensuite) extends beyond the house and a south-facing feature window will gather in the all-important morning sun.

Below the living area, and accessed by internal stairs from the kitchen, is a double garage with two electric roller doors and 3 further rooms which offer great potential.

The stunning Midleton property has an asking price of €680,000.

6. Chapel Road, Ballycotton, East Cork

With superb coastal views over Ballycotton Bay, this three-bed townhouse is in an unbeatable location.

Not only does this spot have superb coastal views and is located in the heart of the village - within minutes of school, restaurants, cafes and bars. The village also boasts the wonderful cliff walk, Ballycotton pier, water sports and fishing.

This property was built-in 1912 but has been kept in good nick, with a well-maintained exterior, modern kitchen, retiled utility room, light and airy bedrooms and up-to-date bathrooms. And the property has kept its charm, with original pine ceilings and a kitchen fireplace that can be reopened if desired.

Outside, there is a rear year area with a patio that offers more spectacular views of the bay and scenic surrounds.

The asking price for this Ballycotton property is €310,000.

7. 2 Belgrave Place, Glenbrook, East Cork

It's been on the market for months, but a lucky buyer is yet to snap up this impressive four-bed property which boasts incredible views right out over Cork Harbour.

This terraced, three-bay, three-storey family home is just gorgeous. It comes with 19th-century architectural features that make houses of this era so unique.

Inside is impressive, with gorgeous features, both modern and classic. From a bright modern kitchen with skylights and electric blinds, to antique fireplaces and French doors opening onto a fully restored cast Iron balcony running the full width of the first floor - this home is one many people dream of.

The view from many of the light-filled, front-facing rooms boasts unbelievable sea views. And the front outdoor patio area allows for idle evenings soaking up the sun and watching the water traffic.

And a second garden area to the rear even comes with a hot tub.

The asking price of this beautiful spot is €775,000.