Description
This is truly a wonderful opportunity for a discerning buyer to acquire this beautiful, bright and spacious period home at No.4 Phoenix Terrace in Blackrock which enjoys panoramic views over Dublin Bay and Blackrock Park.
Built in 1847, as part of a terrace of just 6 houses, this unique terrace was originally built as homes for sea captains.
This beautifully presented four bedroom home comprises of 149sqm (1604sqft) of accommodation which oozes character and charm. The current owners who have lived here for over 25 years, have refurbished and maintained the property in beautiful condition, retaining many original period features including coving, shutters, fireplaces and exposed original timber floor boards.
Number 4 is located right beside the entrance to Blackrock Park, where new owners can enjoy a leisurely stroll to the village with all that is has to offer. For sea swimmers, there is easy access to the bathing facilities at the nearby popular swimming point at the Martello Tower in Blackrock Park.
A lovely private westerly rear garden with a paved area is ideal for entertaining or al fresco dining, this which leads to a timber decked area with mature planting to all sides. There are double gates on the rear garden boundary wall, which provides vehicular and bicycle access, accessed via Marine View.
Although the property is in walk in condition, for those who require even more space, there is also the benefit of a granted planning permission. This comprises of granted permission for a new bathroom extension on the first floor return, a new ensuite to bedroom 4 at the garden level and new external steps to the front lightwell providing additional access to the garden level.
On entering Phoenix Terrace, it presents wonderful views towards Howth Head and beyond. There is residents car parking in front of the house along Phoenix Terrace and also in the carpark in the adjacent Blackrock Park. The highly convenient location is second to none, close to Blackrock Clinic and in the highly desirable coastal village of Blackrock with it's range of boutique shops and excellent restaurants, local pubs and shops. It is has great transport links including the nearby DART and regular bus routes linking to the city centre.
A host of leading primary and secondary schools are just within walking distance of the house including Blackrock College and St. Andrew's International School.
This type of property does not come to the market very often with it's unique location and qualities. Viewing of this special property is not to be missed. Accommodation
Ground Floor -
The property is accessed via a few steps to the hall door which opens to a lovely bright and wide hallway with high ceilings and oak flooring. It gives access to the inner hallway, and both reception rooms, the living and dining room which are interconnecting, both have attractive Victorian fireplaces and original timber flooring and high ceilings.
Entrance Hall - 1.38m x 4.02m
Oak flooring, ceiling coving, high ceiling with archway leading to inner hallway.
Inner Hall - 1.38m, x 4.19m
Oak flooring, high ceiling, stairs to Garden level and upstairs
Living Room - 4.02m x 4.07m
Lovely bright room with window overlooking the Park and views to the sea, Victorian fireplace, original floorboards, ceiling coving, original sash window and shutters, folding doors to dining room.
Dining Room - 3.61m x 4.14m
Lovely bright interconnecting room with original timber floor, original sash window and shutters, Victorian fireplace, overlooking rear garden.
Ground Floor Return -
Attractive staircase leading to half landing with window to the rear allowing lots of natural light.
Bathroom - 2.00m x 4.59m
Timber flooring and two windows with frosted glass. Fitted and niche shelving, antique rolltop bathtub with claw feet, step in shower cubicle, wash hand basin on feature tiled wall with mirror, and wc.
First Floor -
On the first floor return there is a lovely large window on the landing, which floods the entrance hall and staircase with natural light. Further up on the first floor level , there are three bedrooms, two large doubles and a small double to the front. The two bedrooms to the front have wonderful views over Blackrock Park and Dublin Bay.
Landing - 1.81m x 4.14m
leading to all bedrooms
Bedroom 1 - 3.24m x 4.04m
Large double bedroom with window overlooking the rear garden, Victorian fireplace, high ceiling, fitted desk unit and shelving, carpet flooring, original sash window and shutters.
Bedroom 2 - 3.60m x 4.14m
Large double bedroom with window overlooking the front with superb views over the park to Dublin bay, carpet flooring and high ceilings, original sash window and shutters.
Bedroom 3 - 2.15m x 2.84m
Double bedroom to the front with window overlooking the Park to Dublin Bay, carpet flooring, original sash window and shutters.
Garden Level -
A flight of stairs leads downstairs to the garden level where there is a fully equipped kitchen and dining room with double doors leading out to the rear garden.There is also a large room to the front at this level which is currently used as bedroom. but has potential for a den or playroom directly off the kitchen. There is access to a coal store under the steps leading to the front door.
Hallway - 1.39m x 3.91m
Nice bright open plan hallway leading to kitchen and living/dining room.
Kitchen - 2.00m x 4.59m
Long bright Scandi style kitchen with fitted cupboards and presses, sink unit, open shelving, Bosch oven, 4 plate Zanussi hob, plumbed for washing machine, gas burner, 3 windows overlooking the rear garden, recessed lighting.
Living / Dining Room - 5.32m x 3.91m
Comfortable room with attractive cast iron fireplace, polished timber flooring, double glazed French doors leading to rear garden.
Bedroom 4/Play Room - 5.36m x 3.71m
Large double bedroom with cast iron fireplace, display shelving on either side, double glazed doors leading to front patio. Excellent built in storage cupboards, carpet flooring. Access to coal store under the front steps.
Features
- Lovely period property built c. 1847
- High ceilings in main reception rooms
- Stunning period features and fireplaces
- Original sash windows
- Gas central Heating
- Adjacent to Blackrock Park
- Breath-taking sea views across Dublin Bay
- Residents permit parking to front and in Park
- Private westerly facing rear garden with vehicular access
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