A98 P7N2 6 beds2 baths201 m2
| Beds | 6 beds |
| Price | Sold |
| Property Type | Detached House |
| Size | 201 meters2 |
| Energy Rating | BER-D1 |
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| Eircode | A98 P7N2 |
| Group Name | Sherry FitzGerald Bray |
| Sales License Number | 002183 |
Description
Situated within walking distance of picturesque Enniskerry at the gateway to the Garden County and set on approx. 1.7 acres, Ashridge Green's name stems from the stand of mature ash proudly ranged along a natural ridge on its easterly and south-westerly boundary overlooking Knocksink Wood. This Wood, to which Ashridge Green has direct access by a pedestrian gate, is a c.129-acre state-owned national nature reserve. It encompasses a large section of the Glencullen River valley and contains numerous paths and tracks and provides excellent recreational space which is superb for long walks with friends, family and dogs at all times of year. The wonderfully secluded, elevated and private nature of Ashridge Green means it is easy to momentarily overlook the fact that the property is on the city-bound 44 bus route Ashridge Green is also convenient both to Bray DART and Cherrywood LUAS for commuters seeking alternatives to the nearby N11/M11/M50 corridor. Few vendor families enjoy the same home for as long as Ashridge Green's half a century, in round figures. Built of timber frame construction in 1970, to accommodate the parallel needs of a growing young family and space to work from home, six bedrooms, two bathrooms (one ensuite) and a study complement the well-proportioned principal reception area approached from the front door through a hallway with guest cloakroom/ WC off. A fine L-shaped dual-aspect living room with patio doors to the garden opens into the dining room, in turn opening to a kitchen with its period cupboard units, and an adjoining Family Room / TV snug. While elements such as the kitchen and bathroom suites are of their time, and need refurbishment, other design aspects such as the hardwood double-glazing were forward-thinking, and in latter years solar panels were fitted to heat domestic water. This property offers a buyer, with a little flair and imagination, scope to create a stylish home as the garden setting with a grass paddock sets it apart from the usual half-acre or so one tends to expect with modern bungalows. This extra space also means there is good potential to gain planning permission to build an additional dwelling if so desired subject to consent. Enniskerry is a vibrant community and a wonderful place in which to live; set out as a model village by the then Viscount Powerscourt between the late 18th and early 19th century, its central clock-tower a reminder of historical times. Nowadays the village boasts an eclectic range of artisan food outlets, antiques and curios, neighbourhood convenience shopping, churches and two primary schools, as well as a library and the 185 bus service to Bray all within a pleasant walk (or minutes' drive) of Ashridge Green. The wonderful Powerscourt Estate and gardens are close at hand, as are thousands of acres of woodland and forestry in which to enjoy hill-walking along with the adjoining Knocksink Wood providing excellent additional recreational space which is superb for long walks with friends, family and dogs. All in all, an intriguing property enjoying great scenic views which we heartily recommend viewing
Accommodation
Ashridge Green - The spacious living accommodation comprises approx.. 201.17 sq.m/ 2165 sq.ft., set out Entrance Hall - with glazed door opening to the principal reception area. Guest Cloakroom - with W.C., wash basin, and coloured glass slatted window. L-shaped Living Room - a well-proportioned dual-aspect area with a picture window framing south/easterly views of Bray Head and the Little Sugarloaf. UPVC sliding patio doors open south directly to the garden and a sun-trap terrace. Recessed ceiling lights. Stone-clad chimney-breast featuring wall niches and a wood-burning stove on a stone hearth. leads through an open arch to: Dining Room - with southerly orientation; glazed door leading to a snug T.V den, and via another door to the kitchen. Kitchen/Breakfast room: - a dual aspect south and west lends pleasant light to the preparation and breakfast area where period wall and floor level cupboards complemented by worktops with tiled splashbacks, a double-drainer stainless steel sink unit, Space for fridge/freezer. 4-plate electric cooker hob, Electrolux extract hood, Tricity electric oven. Open-plan with: Utility Area - with timber-board wall finish, Earthenware sink, plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher etc.; Glazed door to rear garden via carport with corrugated translucent roof. Family Room / T.V Snug - with wall-to-wall fitted book shelving and a built-in cupboard. Glazed doors to utility area, dining room and living room, from where a glazed door accesses the bedroom wing. Bedroom corridor leading (proceeding clockwise) to: - Airing cupboard with hot-water cylinder and immersion heater. Family Bathroom with coloured suite: - Wall mirror with vanity light over wash-basin; W.C; bath with tiled surround and shower mixer fitting. Bedroom 1 - twin double built-in wardrobes; westerly aspect; Ensuite: - with corner tiled shower, W.C., stainless steel bevelled bowl design, wash basin set in vanity counter with mirror. Study/Home Office: - located at the end of the corridor with a shelved cupboard; enjoying a dual aspect west and north with direct garden access via part-glazed door. Bedroom 2 - Built-in double wardrobe; easterly aspect Bedroom 3: - easterly aspect; built-in double wardrobe. Shelved double sized linen cupboard in corridor. - Bedroom 4 - easterly aspect; built-in wardrobe. Bedroom 5: - Easterly aspect; built-in double wardrobe. Shelved store cupboard in corridor. - Nursery/Bedroom 6: - Westerly aspect; built-in wardrobe. Attic Space - There is access to extensive attic storage space which is partially floored Boiler house / Garden shed - Outside: - The bungalow is surrounded by mature flowering shrubs, bushes and specimen trees including eucalyptus, a variety of evergreens, and the beautiful ash trees which inspired its name. It is approached from the country road at Monastery via a gated serpentine avenue sweeping gently uphill between mature hedgerows to arrive at a turning and parking area by the residence's study door. Wishing to be in harmony with nature and avoid hard outlines in such idyllic surroundings, the owners have allowed a grassy path to lead around to the hall door. In addition to the lawned main garden area with its kitchen garden section, a triangular area beside the avenue close to the entrance was for many years used as a vegetable garden and with a little effort could be restored to its original productive use. Outbuildings include a boiler/store house, a water pump/store house, a garden shed and a covered log store. The north-westerly boundary is laid out as a grazing paddock which holds fond memories of rescue donkeys and offers undoubted potential in the hands of new owners.
Features
BER Details
BER: D1 BER No: 116280454 Energy Performance Indicator: 234.36 kWh/m2/yr
Negotiator
Barbara Spollen
Date created: Apr 6, 2023
