There’s a whole world hidden behind those gates.

And if you’ve always wondered what’s beyond the entrance to Tideways, the spectacular waterfront home on the Crosshaven Road, Carrigaline, now is your chance to get a peek inside.

The four-bedroom property just hit the market guiding at €750,000, offering one lucky new owner to enjoy a private paradise complete with panoramic views over the Owenabue Estuary.

Oh… and there’s a swimming pool and a snooker room if you prefer to do your relaxing indoors.

Access is via electronic gates, which lead onto a large tarmacadam driveway offering ample parking for several cars.

“On entering the property internally, you are greeted with an entrance hall and reception rooms to either side.” say agents, Sherry Fitzgerald.

“Accommodation is incredibly generous and is spread across two floors with the ground floor being host to all living accommodation and four bedrooms (two en-suite) are overhead with almost all rooms having views over the water, each giving a different aspect.” explains the agent.

As you explore the gardens further, you will find stepped access down to the water as well as your own private mooring – just picture the garden parties and summer barbecues.

“Despite the property being discreetly positioned and enjoying utmost privacy, all amenities both social and essential are all available in Carrigaline which is only a short stroll away.

“In addition, the popular Crosshaven railway walk is on the doorstep and Crosshaven itself is 7km away. Cork city and airport are also within easy reach.”

Ready to start the New Year on your own slice of Leeside heaven? Viewing is strictly by appointment only by arrangement with Sheila Flynn, Sherry Fitzgerald. You can see more photos here.