A very fine butterfly brick-fronted period home, presented in excellent decorative condition throughout, with a sunny south-facing rear garden. Superbly located in the heart of Donnybrook and only a short walk to Ranelagh Village and Herbert Park, this home combines elegant period features with modern convenience.
Internally, the house is exceptionally bright and spacious extending to approximately 150m² (1,615 sqft) comprising a very fine reception hall with downstairs wc off, a large Living/Family room with cast iron fireplace and high ceilings. Double doors open into a superb open-plan kitchen/dining area. This impressive, bright space is flooded with natural light and fitted with a superb range of press and drawer units, marble worktops, an AEG cooker (oven and hob), integrated dishwasher, a breakfast bar, and double doors leading directly to the rear garden. Off the kitchen lies a practical family utility room.
A fine staircase leads to the upper floors. On the first floor there are two generous double bedrooms (one to the front, one to the rear), both with fitted wardrobes. A family bathroom with shower and hot press complete the accommodation on this level. On the second floor, there is a large attic/guest bedroom together with a separate shower room, along with storage in the attic eaves.
Outside, To the front, the railed and hedged garden is low-maintenance, laid mainly in gravel, with excellent bin and bike storage. To the rear lies a beautifully landscaped, sunny, south-facing garden.
Marlborough Road is an extremely popular and much sought-after residential road in the heart of Donnybrook, running from Morehampton Road to Sandford Road. Donnybrook and Ranelagh Village are only a short stroll away, offering a superb selection of restaurants, pubs, cafés, and specialist shops, including Donnybrook Fair and Una Bakery. The area boasts an excellent choice of schools including Muckross Park College, Gonzaga College, Sandford Park, St. Mary’s National School and St. Conleth’s. Herbert Park is a five-minute walk from the house. Dublin City Centre is easily accessible, with the Luas at Beechwood and Ranelagh within walking distance, as well as regular bus services along Morehampton and Sandford Road’s.
Accommodation
Ground Floor:
Reception Hall: 1.50m x 3.70m
Downstairs WC
Living/Family:
Living Room: 4.30m x 4.20m
Family Room: 4.10m x 2.80m
Kitchen/Dining:
Kitchen: 2.60m x 7.20m
Dining Room: 2.80m x 5.30m
Utility Room: 1.50m x 2.60m
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 (front): 3.30m x 3.70m
Bedroom 2 (rear): 3.50m x 3.00m
Bathroom: 2.00m x 2.30m
Hot Press
Second Floor:
Attic/Guest Bedroom
Or Home Office: 3.30m x 3.70m
Shower Room: 1.70m x 2.60m
Features
· Double glazed windows throughout
· Sunny south-facing rear garden
· Gas-fired central heating with new radiators throughout
· Re-roofed c. 2018
· High ceilings and many period features including cast-iron fireplaces
· Excellent near-city location with Donnybrook& Ranelagh Villages on the doorstep
· Herbert Park is a within a short stroll