Description
Vincent Finnegan is honoured to present Glendalough House to the market. This magnificent five-bedroom, semi-detached family home offers a wealth of elegantly appointed accommodation. This classic two-storey, double-fronted, bay-windowed Victorian residence, extending to approximately 2,486 square feet (231 square metres), has been tastefully upgraded by its current owners and is presented to the market in turn-key condition. Light-filled and spacious throughout, the home features a generous mix of bedroom and living accommodation, offering beautifully proportioned areas for modern living.
While preserving many of its original features such as its marble fireplaces, ceiling coving, sash windows and working shutters, the house has been refurbished in a style which blends classic elegance with contemporary décor and comfort to suit a growing family. The kitchen/breakfast room which opens out onto the well-stocked courtyard style garden also blends period charm with modern convenience, featuring a four-ring electric hob and two-ring gas stove to cater for all cooking preferences. Under floor heating and a remote-controlled gas stove further compliments this homely space. Three of the bathrooms, two of which are ensuites, have also been fully refurbished.
As well as providing elegant bedroom accommodation with hand-crafted fitted wardrobes, the magnificent dual aspect master bedroom also provides commanding views of the surrounding neighbourhood. From the front bay window, it is possible to see the steeples of both St Pauls Church in Glenageary and St Joseph’s in Glasthule, as well as a glimpse of the sea and coastline. The bedrooms at the back of the house all feature panoramic views of Hudson Park. At weekends, the sound of sports teams, children playing and families enjoying the recreational facilities in this lovely little neighbourhood park can be heard through the open windows of the house.
Built circa 1889, Glendalough House is also steeped in history. The playwright John Millington Synge, whose seminal play “Playboy of the Western World” famously induced riots at the Abbey Theatre on its opening night, lived in the house for many years. Many of the literary luminaries of the day are thought to have visited Synge at Glendalough House, an address which features prominently in his archived letters and papers.
The property is approached via granite steps leading up to the large hallway. A gracious drawing room and living room are located off the hallway, both boasting impressive original marble fireplaces and ornate cornice work. The under stairs area off the hall serves as a dual function cloakroom/laundry room. The charming kitchen/breakfast room at the rear of the house is well equipped with double Siemens ovens, a remote controlled gas stove, electric hob, extractor fan and microwave. The kitchen leads out to a beautiful well-stocked low maintenance courtyard style garden with raised beds, and a terracotta clay tiled patio and barbeque area that is perfect for entertaining. Tucked away around the corner, a set of three sheds, incorporating the boiler house, have been fitted out with shelving to maximise storage. This space provides plenty of room to store bikes and sports equipment.
As you climb the first flight of stairs, light streams through the window, which illuminates the stairwell and landing of the first-floor return which houses a beautifully appointed dual aspect double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and ensuite bathroom. Up the next staircase, on the first floor, the wonderful bay-windowed master bedroom and two double bedrooms and stand-alone shower room are to be found. Tucked away at the top of the house, on the second-floor return, there is another double bedroom with its own fully tiled ensuite. This return also houses another light-filled fully tiled shower room.
The property is well set back from the road with the gravelled front garden providing ample off-street parking for three or four cars. There is also pedestrian access leading to the rear of the house.
One of the most appealing aspects of Glendalough House is its location on the outskirts of Sandycove and Glasthule village, with its array of speciality shops, coffee kiosks, gastro pubs and restaurants on its doorstep. Both Sandycove and Glenageary Dart stations are just a five-minute walk away, providing easy access for commuting into town or any of the many top schools dotted along the Dart line. The popular Forty Foot swimming area, Scotsman’s Bay, Dun Laoghaire Pier, the People’s Park and the recently upgraded walkway along the seafront are all just a gentle stroll away from this lovely family home. Accommodation
Ground floor
Reception Hall: Alarm console.
Drawing Room: Original marble solid fuel chimney piece, bay windows. Working shutters
Family/TV room: Original marble solid fuel chimney piece. Working shutters.
Kitchen: Dual aspect. Fully fitted with gas stove.
Return:
Bedroom with fully tiled ensuite shower room.
WC
First Floor:
Main bedroom: Dual aspect with fitted wardrobes. Bay window. Working shutters.
Bathroom: Shower, WC, WHB and chrome towel rail.
Bedroom: Fitted wardrobe and study desk.
Bedroom: Study desk and ample fitted storage.
Top floor:
Bedroom: Ensuite shower room.
Shower room.
Front Garden:
Gravel drive with off street parking for 3/4 cars, electrical point for electric vehicles.
Rear Garden:
Completely landscaped, feature terracotta tile patio areas, electric point and outside water tap, storage shed, bike shed and boiler house, side entrance. Features
Excellent mix of living and bedroom accommodation.
Two magnificent high-ceilinged reception rooms.
Included in sale: Carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings, cooker, hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer.
Five Bedrooms (two ensuite).
Four shower rooms and one w/c.
Stunning original features throughout, including marble fireplaces, coving, ornate cornices, picture rails and shutters.
Double glazed slide and sash windows in four bedrooms.
Picturesque but low maintenance well-stocked courtyard style rear garden.
Solar hot water panels (Smart ESB meter).
Situated on the outskirts of bustling Glasthule and Sandycove village.
Five-minute walk from both Glenageary and Sandycove Dart stations.
Ample off-street parking for three or four cars.
Pedestrian side entrance. BER Details
A96 N6C3 5 beds3 baths231 m2
A96 N6C3 5 beds3 baths231 m2
