Description
'Birch Haven' is a truly stunning 4/5 bed detached family home c.200 Sq.m located in A highly sought-after location in South County Dublin. The property has a south easterly aspect and is ideally positioned at the top of Glenageary Hall, a quiet and mature cul-de-sac, off Glenageary Road Upper overlooking a private green park area for the local residents to the front with views of Killiney Hill and Howth Head. .Constructed in the mid 80's this property has been completely renovated and upgraded by the current owners in 2005 and boasts a superb blend of reception and bedroom accommodation. The finishes throughout are superb including French Oak floors, double glazed windows, an excellent modern fully fitted kitchen, large principal bedroom suite and re modelled bathrooms. On entering the large drive, you are immediately struck by the privacy 'Birch Haven' has to offer. Once you walk through the private professionally landscaped garden to the front you immediately appreciate the light and warmth in the house. Much of the upstairs and downstairs floors are finished in solid French Oak floors which gives the interior a quality contemporary feel. There are two interconnecting receptions to the right of the house adjoining the extended kitchen to the rear. There is also a separate study and extended dining room which could suit a variety of uses as could the gym area to the side. The well designed and decorated guest cloakroom and the utility room and excellent storage completes the ground floor. At first floor level you have a spacious bright landing and the principal bedroom suite positioned at the front of the property. Originally two bedrooms this room is very bright and spacious with ensuite off. There are three other excellent bedrooms at this level and a main family bathroom. The location itself is exceptional and cannot be overstated. The superb amenities and facilities of Dalkey, Sandycove, Glasthule and Dun Laoghaire are within walking distance, packed full of great bars, cafés, restaurants, shops and boutiques. There is a wide range of recreation, leisure and fitness facilities close by including: tennis, sailing, golf, hockey, football, GAA, rugby, fitness centres, swimming pools and walks over Killiney Hill, the Vico and Dun Laoghaire seafront and pier. The popular Forty Foot bathing place at Sandycove along with four Yacht Clubs and the Dun Laoghaire Marina will be of great interest to any outdoor and sailing enthusiasts. The Dublin and Wicklow mountains are a short drive away for hill walkers.A host of excellent primary and secondary schools are positioned close by or within an easy commute.Glenageary Hall is ideally located for busy commuters with Glenageary DART station and bus routes within minutes' walk away connecting Glenageary to Dublin's city centre with easy road access to both the M50, M11 and N11 servicing the countryside.This home is recommended viewing to appreciate all that it has to offer. Accommodation
Entrance Hall -
Lovely bright entrance hall with floor to ceiling window looking out to the front secluded garden. French Oak floors, ceiling coving and inset lights. Double doors to large cloakroom closet. Inner hall with door to large walk-in larder with exceptional storage space. Understairs storage and accommodation off.
Living Room -
Lovely bright and spacious main reception with French Oak floor and picture window looking out on to the mature private front garden. Ceiling coving and inset lights. Wired for surround sound. Feature marble fireplace with marble hearth and coal effect gas fire. Double glass panelled doors lead to the family room at the rear.
Family room -
Another fine reception room with French Oak floor, inset lights, sound wiring and ceiling coving. Double patio doors to the rear natural stone patio and the garden beyond. Open plan arch to the kitchen / breakfast room.
Kitchen / Breakfast room -
Large extended kitchen / breakfast room with fully fitted modern Oak shaker style kitchen with extensive range of wall and floor units and ample work tops with breakfast bar, partly tiled walls and fully tiled floor. Lovely rear garden aspect with direct access to the garden. Including built in appliances, Bosch dish washer, Zanussi oven and Bosch hob with extractor over. Built in fridge freezer. Freshwater filter tap and stainless steel sink unit and drainer. Wired for sound, inset lights.
Dining room -
French Oak floors, bay window overlooking the private front garden. This room is a superb addition to the house and could be used for a variety of uses including additional bedroom, home office or playroom depending on a buyer's needs.
Study -
Bright and well positioned study with French Oak floor and large picture window flooding the room with light, positioned just inside the front door so ideal for a home office but could suit a variety of uses.
Utility Room -
Fully tiled floor, built in storage units and plumbing for a washing machine.
Guest Wc -
Really well finished guest WC with French Oak floor, wainscot panelling on the walls. Modern wall mounted WC and most attractive circular wash hand basin. Wall mounted mirror with recessed lighting.
Upstairs -
Landing -
Fine bright and wide landing with feature-stained glass window designed by contemporary local Irish artist Shirley Copperwhite. French Oak floors which have been insulated and sound proofed throughout the upstairs. Door to hot press. Access to attic which offers excellent storage.
Bedroom 1 (Front) -
Lovely large main bedroom suite which was originally two bedrooms and could easily be divided again if required. Two picture windows looking out over the front garden out to the green park area. Wired for sound and wall lights. Extensive built in wardrobes with vanity unit with mirror and light. French Oak floors
Shower room ensuite -
Fully tiled ensuite with Mira electric shower, modern WC and Wash hand basin set in vanity unit with storage. Built in wall unit with bathroom cabinet, shelving, mirror and light. Heated towel rail. Wired for sound.
Bedroom 2 (Rear) -
Fine double bedroom with French Oak floors, wonderful rear garden aspect and excellent built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 3 (Rear) -
Another fine double room currently used as a twin. French Oak floors and lovely rear garden aspect.
Bedroom 4 (Front) -
Lovely bright bedroom with French Oak floors and views of the private green. Wired for sound.
Shower room -
Fully tiled walls and floor with corner shower unit with Mira electric shower. Wc and pedestal wash hand basin. Heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror and light. Built in storage and space for bath if required.
Outside -
Hidden away at the top of the cul de sac the front garden features complete privacy with mature hedging and a spectacular granite stone wall. The sweeping decorative gravel drive offers ample off-street parking for up to four cars and is bordered by low ornamental brick walls enclosing mature lawned areas. There are also lovely flowering plants, shrubs and specimen trees. A gated side entrance leads to the private rear garden. The rear garden offers a real oasis of privacy and quiet with a westerly aspect taking advantage of the afternoon and evening sun. Again, featuring the superb granite wall and shaped manicured lawns. There are many flowering plants and shrubs and a Barna style garden shed with light and power. The garden has plenty of feature lighting highlighting many of the plants and trees particularly the granite wall. There is also a large natural stone patio, smaller seating area patio and neat pathways. The larger patio area, ideal for outdoor entertaining, has an electric sun awning and electric outdoor heater and a covered round pond with Oase fountain pump with gusher attachment creating a bubbling / foaming water effect and a submersible pond light creating a dramatic look in the evening time.
Features
- Highly regarded prestigious residential address within walking distance of Dalkey, Sandycove, Glasthule and Dun Laoghaire seafront and pier
- Surrounded by excellent schools, recreation and leisure facilities
- Within short walking distance to Glenageary DART Station and bus services.
- Easy access to M50, M11 and N11
- Spacious Family Home, Approx 200 Sq.m interior (2,152 sq.ft)
- South Easterly front aspect
- Fully refurbished in 2005 by the current owners Private professionally landscaped mature front and rear gardens with granite stone wall, feature lighting and covered pond.
- Ample off street private secure parking for up to four cars on decorative gravel drive. Quiet, mature and private cul de sac location overlooking a green park area to the front Superb master bedroom suite (originally two bedrooms) Extended reception accommodation offering great flexibility Flexible accommodation to allow for 4 or 5 bedrooms if required Modern Shaker style Oak kitchen OFCH Security alarm system including window sensors and contacts Double glazed windows and hardwood external doors throughout Hardwood French Oak floors Most attractive Oak panelled interior doors throughout.
- Many of the rooms are wired for sound with hidden wiring Separate utility room, superb storage and attic space.
BER Details
BER: D1
BER No: 114724206
Energy Performance Indicator: 228.52 Negotiator
A96F5T3 
