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05 Sept 2025

PICTURES: Rare chance to own picture-perfect pub in one of Ireland's most scenic settings

A picture-perfect Irish pub with panoramic waterfront views, a cosy beer garden, and a self-contained apartment has hit the market in coastal Cork.

Murph’s Pub, located in the scenic village of Monkstown, is an award-winning stone-fronted premises with direct views over Raffeen Creek. The pub sits just across from the proposed new greenway along the Cork Harbour estuary, placing it in prime position for footfall and future tourism.

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Murphs Pub, Strand Road, Monkstown, Co. Cork, T12FP80

Inside, the ground floor boasts all the character of a classic Irish pub with a rustic bar and lounge area with built-in seating and a wood-burning stove. A commercial kitchen, cold room, and two south-facing outdoor spaces, including a covered beer garden, make this a dream spot for anyone looking to run a hospitality business by the sea.

Upstairs, a separate two-bedroom apartment offers views across the estuary and Raffeen Golf Club, with a modern kitchen-living area and recently refurbished bathroom.

The property sits on a 0.5-acre site and includes a 17-space car park, fibre broadband, a 7-day publican’s licence, and modern security systems. With seating for over 120 guests across indoor and outdoor areas, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic harbour pub in one of Ireland’s most picturesque settings. Murph’s Pub is listed on Daft.ie with an asking price of €650,000.

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