24 Corrig Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

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Beds	5 beds
Price	Sold
Property Type	House
Size	300 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
Refreshed on
Eircode	A96Y795
Group Name	DNG Dun Laoghaire
Sales License Number	004017

Description

STUNNING VICTORIAN FULLY RENOVATED HOME WITH A CHARMING SECLUDED GARDEN AND IMPECCABLE SELF CONTAINED STUDIO APARTMENT AT GARDEN LEVEL.DNG are thrilled to present 24 Corrig Avenue, a handsome & impressive Victorian three storey over garden residence to the market. The property has recently been renovated (2016-2023) and is an impressive 300 sq.m / 3,229 sq. ft. and boasts most of its original period features to include cornice work, authentic windows, shutters and fireplaces, all of which have been superbly maintained over the years. No. 24 has very generously proportioned and well-appointed accommodation and further benefits from a lane to the side and rear, offering vehicular access if required. The substantial rear garden is stunning, meticulously maintained and full of wonderful flowers and shrubs. This tranquil private retreat is such a joy, and will appeal to any of those who value space, privacy surrounded by beautiful plants. For those who like to get a full body tan, this garden couldn't be more suitable. Clever planting with beautiful shrubs to include a fabulous pleached Hornbeam flying hedge, Ginkgo Biloba trees, fig, olive, pear & mulberry trees and grape vines, plus wonderful wild flowers, which creates something just a bit special. It's not just the owners who enjoy the garden, it's aslo a haven for birds, bees and insects. The location needs little introduction, being just seconds walk from all that Dun Laoghaire, Sandycove & Glasthule have to offer. The area is well serviced by public transport links to include DART & bus and is surrounded by many of South Dublin's finest junior & senior schools. Dun Laoghaire offers beautiful coastal walks, the pier, the 40 Foot at Sandycove and many gourmet shops, cafes and restaurants.The charming fully renovated, accommodation is laid out over four floors and comprises: gracious entrance hall, drawing room, living room, study/bedroom, kitchen/dining room, guest wc x 2, utility room, four bedrooms and four bathrooms. This terrific property is currently laid out as a full family home but does have a cleverly designed studio apartment, which is accessed from the front, is at garden level and occupies approximately half of the ground floor. This area of the house offers numerous opportunities, including a potential rental income as required. The property further benefits from a converted attic. Points of Note: • Existing 1970's extension demolished and new extension added at rear garden level, sliding doors to garden. Lead roofing detail. • Separate studio unit to front with own entrance (can also be open to main house) • New concrete stairs to basement Roof • Roof reinstated using original Banger Blue slates to the front and Spanish slate to the rear, replacing fibre cement slates. • New lead flashings and gutter installed. • Attic insulation installed to achieve a U-value of 0.22W/m2K • Velux Windows Floors • Basement floor - New insulated polished basement floor, U-value 0.25m2K • Missing and damaged original skirtings reinstated using original profiles. • New solid oak engineered floor throughout loft area Walls • Basement walls treated with substructure waterproofing system and rerendered Ceilings • Damaged and missing mouldings replaced • Cornice replacements and ceilings repaired using traditional materials and methods • New ceilings throughout basement Doors • Internal doors refurbished and replaced using existing profiles. • Original door locks restored, with the ground floor keys in working order. • Aluclad double glazed sliding patio doors to kitchen/garden and three large windows Windows • All sash windows replaced with Slim Lite double glazed units matching the original bishop's hat profile. Frames to front were retained with new frames to the rear replacing old pvc units. • The large triple sash window on the front elevation has been fitted with distortion or wavy glass to replicate the original antique glass. • Double glazed Velux pivot windows to loft area along with a glazed hatch window with access to front parapet and roof • Victorian window shutters repaired and in full working order Front Door • Stripped filled and repainted, The portico has been carefully restored with the Ionic capitals and columns repaired and the bases replaced. • The pediment has also been totally remade to replicate the original. Plumbing • The entire house has been replumbed with a new boiler, new radiators and underfloor heating to the dining/den area. A 3 bar booster pump as been installed to ensure adequate water pressure on the upper and attic floors. • Gas central heating system and dual gas/electric supply to cooker • The front Basement area heating is on a separate circuit which can be controlled separate to the rest of the house. Electrical • The entire house has been rewired, using low energy light fittings, Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. • New intruder and fire alarm system linked to Phonewatch monitoring centre. • External electrical sockets at rear and front gardens Staircases • New staircase constructed reconnect entrance level to ground level (Previously removed) • New staircases and return hand made to match existing Victorian staircase from first floor top loft Bathrooms • Four new bathrooms with high quality fittings installed, marble tiling • Two separate WC/cloak rooms replaced Gardens • Front garden extensively developed with basement excavation to create private terraced garden • Car access to front • Extensive rear garden designed in zones to maximise privacy (eating, playing, relaxing, cooking) considerable planting with continuous seasonal interest • Large pavilion style wooden garden room/storage • Hot bin composting at front and rear gardens Easily accessible attic storage with lighting Utility room with storage and clothes drying area Toilets at every level Side rear lane with side access Special Features:• Charming Victorian Property (C.1854)• Stunning fully renovated home• New bathrooms, kitchen and flooring• Fully fitted kitchen with stunning work tops• Double glazed windows• Replumbed and Rewired• Gas fired central heating with new boiler• Beautiful fireplaces• Magnificent garden• Residents permit parking available as required• Stone's throw to Dun Laoghaire Town Centre and Dart station• Close to Monkstown• Short stroll to the sea• Surrounded by excellent schools

Accommodation

BER Details

Exempt

Negotiator

David Dobbs

Description

Accommodation

BER Details

Exempt

Negotiator

David Dobbs