Description
"By the riverside on the sunny bank, how beautiful is the view by Santa Rosa." - Finnegans Wake by James Joyce, 1939.
"Santa Rosa" is a charming, aesthetically pleasing, Edwardian residence of great stature, which is wonderfully perched above the banks of the River Liffey and beneath the grounds of the Phoenix Park. "Santa Rosa" enjoys beautiful and scenic views over Chapelizod and the surrounding area.
This generously proportioned home boasts a gracious and inviting atmosphere, ideal for raising a family in a serene and secure environment on private landscaped grounds that extend to approximately 0.4 acre.
The well-maintained, bright and spacious interior, beautifully retains the period features, embellishments and the elegance of the Edwardian era to include; fan-light over the front door, large hallway, hallway pediment with intricate detailing, double height ceilings, intricate detailing over the reception room doors, sash windows, feature fireplaces, decorative ceiling cornicing and ceiling centre roses.
The accommodation extends to 223sqm / 2,400sqft in the main house, this is augmented by an additional 65sqm / 700sqft in the adjacent guest Mews. Accommodation consists of;
Main house - entrance hallway, sitting room, dining room, lounge, kitchen / dining room, office / study, utility / boot room, guest wc, five bedrooms, family bathroom, separate shower room and a boiler room with wc.
Mews - kitchen/ dining / living room, two bedrooms and bathroom.
"Santa Rosa" is perfectly positioned to ensure both privacy and seclusion in this most convenient setting. Approached through electric wrought iron gates, the sweeping driveway leads to the side of the residence, which has ample parking for a number of cars.
The property boasts beautifully landscaped gardens which offer an abundance of privacy. The tiered gardens have an eclectic choice of expertly chosen, trees, shrubs and specimen plants which ensure a colourful year round display that will enthral. The gardens really have to be seen to be fully appreciated. The gardens further benefit from three large block built sheds, which total c.15sqm / 161.50sqft.
The location of "Santa Rosa" is second to none. The property is perfectly perched overlooking the banks of the River Liffey to the front and backing onto the Phoenix Park to the rear. The property is only a short stroll from Chapelizod village with a pedestrian footpath leading from the front door to Main Street. The property is equally only a short drive from Castleknock Village, again with a footpath leading from the front of the property to Castleknock Village.
A host of local amenities are on its doorstep including schools, transport links, shopping facilities, recreational clubs and most importantly the Phoenix Park, Europe's largest city park comprising of 1,750 acres. "Santa Rosa" is approx. 6km from the city centre and within a short distance to the N4/M4/M50 and Heuston Station.
Viewing is highly recommended and is by appointment only. Contact Eoin Gorry (Lucan Branch) or James McKeon (Castleknock Branch). Accommodation
Entrance Hallway - 1.84m x 7.85m
Welcoming entrance hallway with mosaic tiled flooring, 10 foot high ceilings, bespoke Edwardian style stained glass front door, celiing coving, ceiling centre rose and a picture rail.
Sitting Room - 4.54m x 3.97m
Spacious bay windowed living room to the front with a feature marble open fireplace, solid wood flooring, ceiling coving, ceiling centre rose and a picture rail.
Dining Room - 4.57m x 3.9m
Large bay windowed dining room to the front with a feature marble open fireplace, solid wood flooring, picture rail, ceiling centre rose, ceiling coving and double doors connecting to the lounge.
Lounge - 4.57m x 3.5m
Elegant lounge located off the dining room with solid wood flooring and a marble fireplace.
Office/Study - 2.13m x 2.92m
With tiled flooring, recessed lighting and a separate entrance door to the garden.
Kitchen/Dining Room - 4.55m x 6.07m
Open-plan kitchen / dining to the rear with a fully fitted handpainted "SieMatic" kitchen with Quartz work surfaces, large island unit with Marble countertop, marble tiled flooring, two Velux windows and recessed lighting.
Utility Room - 1.7m x 3.9m
With tiled flooring and plumbing for the washing machine.
Landing - 1.82m x 7.5m
First floor return with guest wc and leading to a fantastic landing with carpeted flooring and a Stira stairs to the attic space.
WC - 0.9m x 2.23m
Guest wc located on the return with tiled flooring, a whb and wc.
Master Bedroom - 3.9m x 4.12m
Spacious bay windowed master bedroom to the front with solid wood flooring and built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 2 - 2.6m x 3.69m
Double bedroom to the rear with built in wardrobes and carpeted flooring.
Bathroom - 2.41m x 1.92m
Fully tiled bathroom with a bath, wc, whb and chrome towel rail.
Shower Room - 2.48m x 1.81m
Tiled shower room with a wc, whb and shower.
Bedroom 3 - 2.63m x 3.67m
Double bedroom with a feature cast iron fireplace, carpeted flooring, built in wardrobe and picture rail.
Bedroom 4 - 3.93m x 4.1m
Spacious bay windowed room to the front with solid wood flooring, built in wardrobes, ceiling coving and a picture rail.
Bedroom 5 - 3.44m x 2.84m
Single bedroom to the front with wood flooring and a picture rail.
Features
- Built 1909
- Outstanding Edwardian detached residence
- Lovely 0.4 acre elevated site
- 223sqm / 2,400sqft
- Overlooking the River Liffey to the front
- Backing onto the Phoenix Park to the rear
- 5 Bedrooms / 3 bathroom
- Separate 2 Bedroom mews c. 65sqm / 700sqft
- Mature & private landscaped gardens
- Gated vehicular entrance
- Large paved driveway
- Attractive brick fronted facade
- Elegant original features throughout
- 10ft / 3m high ceilings
- Oil fired central heating
- Three large sheds totalling c.15sqm / 161.50sqft.
- Located only a short walk from Chapelizod Village
- Short drive from Castleknock Village
- Footpaths to both Chapelizod & Castleknock Villages
- Only 6km west of Dublin city centre
- Easy access to M50 & Dublin Airport
BER Details
BER: D2
BER No: 117454959
Energy Performance Indicator: 277.49 Negotiator
D20 TH77 
