Owners of a lucrative Cork City site of a former Good Shepherd Sisters convent have taken the property off the market.
Devotees of Little Nellie of Holy God, known by many as the unofficial patron saint of Cork who is buried at the sight, have continuously voiced concerns about being able to access the grave.
Moneda Developments ensured there would be access to her resting place but blocked pilgrims from entering the site due to “public safety concerns” on Little Nellie’s birthday. However, they added they provide access for maintenance of the grave and requests for limited access could be made through their team.
The company had the site on the market for just five months. The land was on sale for €6.75 million.
A planning application for almost 200 apartments and over a dozen houses was approved by An Bord Pléanala. Its prime location close to Cork city and university and Apple headquarters makes it a desirable development opportunity.