Description
DNG Rathfarnham are delighted to present 10 Saint Mary's Avenue to the market — a truly exceptional end-of-terrace home that has been extensively upgraded and transformed by its current owners over the past decade.
Situated on a quiet residential enclave of attractive 1920s-built homes, many of which retain their original two-up two-down layout, No. 10 occupies a unique position at the peaceful end of the terrace. It benefits from a larger-than-average site and garden — a rare advantage on a street where rear yards are typically modest in scale.
Four years ago, the property underwent a comprehensive architect-designed renovation that reconfigured and optimised every inch of space. The result is a beautifully balanced three-bedroom home that combines period character with contemporary design, modern comforts, and impressive energy efficiency.
Significant energy upgrades have delivered a B3 BER rating, rarely seen in comparable period properties. Enhancements include extensive dry-lining, high-performance Danish-designed slimline double-glazed Aluclad windows, and a high-capacity combination storage boiler with digital controls and contemporary radiators, resulting in a warm, highly efficient home.
While the internal layout has been completely reimagined, great care has been taken to retain the property's historic integrity. Original cast-iron fireplaces, timber floorboards, internal doors and architraves have been carefully restored, while original finishes that could not be reused — such as reclaimed quarry tiles — have been thoughtfully incorporated into the landscaped gardens. Contemporary brick-format tiling internally and externally references the home's heritage, creating a cohesive, authentic and refined finish throughout.
Exterior / Front Garden
Positioned at the end of a terrace of similar style homes number 10 has an attractive appearance from the exterior part redbrick and part pebble-dashed façade, with a lovely front garden with quarry tile path, gravel seating area with mature planter beds, a cherry blossom tree to one side and a very practical side passage with space and direct access for bin and bike storage. The side passage is screened with mature hedging and features a PIR security light and a walled area with mature bamboo planting which provides privacy screening to a double-height window to the rear living area allowing lots of natural light into the space due to its southerly aspect.
Ground Floor Accommodation
Entering via the solid timber front door, the welcoming entrance hall immediately sets the tone for the home. Attractive original floorboards have been sanded and varnished, complemented by a soft neutral wall palette that enhances light and flow. Original dado rails, coving and period-style anaglypta wallpaper below the dado add character and authenticity. A staircase with natural sisal runner leads to the first floor, while carefully chosen wall lighting completes this elegant and inviting space.
From the hall, the original panelled door opens to the front-facing living room, again with original floorboards sanded and varnished. This warm and beautifully proportioned reception room boasts an original cast-iron fireplace with open fire, tiled insert and hearth — perfect for cosy evenings. An attractive window to the front fills the room with natural light and is fitted with linen Roman blinds with a discreet privacy blind behind. Decorative ceiling coving and a calm neutral colour palette enhance the sense of space and period charm. A salvaged antique bi-folding door provides a flexible connection to the rear living areas, allowing the room to be closed off for a more intimate setting when desired.
Beyond the bi-folding door lies the impressive open-plan kitchen/living/dining area. The dining space is beautifully tiled in brick-format quarry-style full-bodied ceramic tiles and features bespoke wall panelling that conceals the cleverly designed pantry, cloakroom and guest WC along one side. Opposite, a beautiful original brick-arched fireplace surround has been thoughtfully repurposed as a characterful storage feature. A large side window allows additional natural light into the space, while a full-height glazed wall at the rear and a dramatic double-height lightwell overhead create a bright and airy living area with a strong indooroutdoor connection. A soft neutral palette throughout reinforces the sense of flow and cohesion.
A particularly clever design feature of the ground floor is how the pantry, cloakroom and guest WC are seamlessly concealed from the dining area. The under-stair pantry provides excellent built-in shelving and counter space, with plumbing in place for laundry appliances if desired. The adjacent cloakroom offers practical coat storage and shelving, leading through to the guest WC. Both spaces share a striking, colour-drenched brick-red scheme with coordinating tiling, creating a dramatic contrast to the neutral tones of the main living areas. High-quality contemporary sanitaryware and brass tapware complete the spaces, combining practicality with confident design.
The kitchen/living space at the rear of the house is most impressive and enjoys extensive natural light from the full glass screen wall to the garden, with doors from both the living area and kitchen providing direct access outside. The double-height lightwell further enhances brightness and architectural interest. The custom-designed and joiner-assembled solid birch ply kitchen units are a stylish contemporary feature, sitting fully flush and incorporating in-frame display shelving with concealed lighting. A substantial island with solid terrazzo work surface forms the centrepiece of the space, providing integrated storage on the kitchen side and open shelving to the living side. An extensive range of integrated high-end appliances includes an AEG induction hob with Elica extractor, Bosch oven and combi microwave with warming drawer, Bosch integrated dishwasher and a fully integrated Electrolux fridge-freezer. The overall effect is one of craftsmanship, quality and understated modern design.
First Floor Accommodation
As impressive as the ground floor transformation is, the upstairs reconfiguration has been equally impactful. Originally a simple two-bedroom layout, it has been redesigned to create three bedrooms, a generous family bathroom and a cleverly planned principal suite.
The landing features original sanded and varnished floorboards, consistent with the entrance hall below, and provides access to all rooms. A pull-down ladder leads to the attic space above, which has been fully insulated and floored to provide excellent additional storage. A large rooflight above the landing brings further natural light into the upper level.
The main bathroom is a well laid out and beautifully finished room, thoughtfully designed to create an intimate and atmospheric retreat. In keeping with the approach to the house's smaller, ancillary spaces, it adopts a dramatic, colour-drenched palette with a rich dark green-grey wall colour and matching fully tiled surfaces. Fitted with high-quality contemporary sanitaryware, the room includes a concealed-cistern WC, wall-mounted sink, and a generous bath with rainfall shower and separate bath filler. Built-in mirrored storage and carefully considered lighting complete the space, combining practicality with a striking, intimate ambiance.
The master bedroom is a bright and welcoming space with original sanded and varnished floorboards and an attractive original cast-iron fireplace with tiled hearth, now blocked for insulation purposes. A large side-facing window allows generous natural light, complemented by fitted Roman blinds and a soft neutral colour palette that enhances the sense of calm. Fully concealed pocket doors lead to both the dressing room/en-suite and the separate home office, creating a flexible and well-zoned principal suite.
The dressing room and en-suite are finished with practical and stylish wood-effect floor tiling, providing warmth and durability. Extensive custom-built open wardrobes offer ample shelving, hanging space and drawers. The en-suite includes a large walk-in shower with contemporary tiling and high-quality fittings, while full-height windows to the rear maximise light with privacy glazing where required. In contrast to the neutral bedroom, this space adopts a rich, colour-drenched deep mustard scheme, adding warmth and personality.
The custom-designed home office, positioned off the bedroom, is compact yet bright and airy. Featuring a dramatic grey-green colour-drenched finish, built-in floating desk and shelving, it is both practical and inspiring. A clever internal opening to the lightwell below enhances the sense of connection and light, while a full-height rear window further brightens the space.
The second bedroom, located at the front of the house, is a charming room with original sanded and varnished floorboards and another attractive original cast-iron fireplace with tiled hearth, again blocked for insulation purposes. Decorative wall and ceiling lighting and a fitted linen Roman blind complete the space.
Bedroom three, also positioned to the front, finishes off the internal accommodation and boasts original floorboards, attractive lighting and a linen Roman blind. A full-height built-in wardrobe provides excellent storage.
Rear Garden
Externally to the rear is a beautifully landscaped courtyard-style garden, thoughtfully transformed from what was once a plain concrete yard into a private urban retreat. Laid out with gravel surfaces and a patio in reclaimed quarry tiles, the garden features raised planting beds and mature planting that provide both greenery and privacy. The strong indooroutdoor connection from the glazed rear extension makes this space ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Hard-wired architectural lighting to the planter beds, together with decorative festoon lighting overhead, ensures the garden is equally inviting by night. To the rear are two purpose-built storage rooms — one providing generous bicycle storage and workshop space, the other serving as a dedicated utility room with additional storage. A particularly valuable feature is the gated side access together with rear laneway access, offering exceptional practicality rarely found on the street.
Location
10 Saint Mary's Avenue is positioned at the end of a terrace of similar homes on a very quiet and private cul-de-sac in an excellent location. With a host of amenities on your doorstep including schools at all levels, local shops restaurants and pubs in Rathfarnham Village, parks sports clubs and leisure activities and larger shopping centres at Rathfarnham, Nutgrove and Dundrum all nearby the house has everything needed for modern life right outside the door. Homeowners on Saint Mary's Avenue qualify for parking permits to park in the regulated public street spaces immediately outside the house and also in a large public car park to the rear of the terrace with a short stroll back to the property. Public transport in the area is excellent with regular bus services nearby.
Conclusion
10 Saint Mary's Avenue represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly one-of-a-kind home on this characterful 1920s street. With its unique end-of-terrace position, larger-than-average landscaped garden, dual access, architect-designed reconfiguration and impressive energy upgrades, No. 10 stands apart from its neighbours.
It offers the charm and integrity of a period home, thoughtfully preserved and respectfully enhanced, combined with the layout, finish and efficiency of a contemporary architect-designed residence.
A home of this calibre and individuality rarely comes to the market on Saint Mary's Avenue. Viewing is highly recommended and available by appointment with selling agent Dan Steen Accommodation
Entrance Hall - 2.37m x 1.14m
Warm and welcoming entrance hall with original sanded & varnished floorboards.
Sitting Room - 3.3m x 3.3m
A bright and cosy front-facing reception room with original sanded & varnished floorboards, cast-iron feature fireplace with open fire and bi-fold doors leading to Kitchen/Living/Dining space.
Dining Room - 4.45m x 3.4m
Attractive dining space positioned between the Sitting Room at the front and Kitchen/Living Room to the rear. Tiled in attractive brick format tiling and boasting an original red brick arched fireplace. Access to pantry, cloakroom and guest w.c. via sliding door panels.
Cloakroom -
Convenient cloakroom space with brick format tiling, shelving and hanging space. Access to guest w.c.
Guest W.C - 1.2m x 0.95m
Beautifully presented tiled guest w.c. with wash basin.
Kitchen/Living Space - 5.6m x 3.0m
Light-filled kitchen/living space with impressive floor to ceiling glass wall with doors to rear garden. Bespoke fitted kitchen cabinetry in solid birch ply with large terrazzo stonework surface. An excellent range of top-quality integrated appliances and intelligent storage spaces. Separate living area with cleverly designed double-height light well and two-storey vertical window.
Pantry - 2.1m x 0.95m
Cleverly designed under-stair pantry space with brick format tiling, fitted shelving and storage space. Plumbed for washing machine and dryer.
Landing - 2.8m x 0.8m
Bright landing space with sanded & varnished original floorboards, large skylight and attic access above.
Bathroom - 2.1m x 1.66m
Impressive fully tiled bathroom with attractive fittings including w.c., wash basin, bath with shower above, extensive mirrored storage cabinets and heated towel radiator.
Master Bedroom - 4.4m x 2.7m
Bright and well finished master bedroom with original sanded & stained floorboards, attractive original cast-iron fireplace and hidden pocket doors leading to separate home office and dressing room/en-suite shower room.Dressing Room/En-Suite 2.61m x 1.84m (8'7" x 6')Generous and cleverly designed L-shaped dressing room with en-suite bathroom. Wood-effect tile flooring, extensive custom-built wardrobes & shelving and generous walk-in shower with attractive tiling and large wash basin.
Home Office - 1.84m x 1.71m
Beautifully designed home office/workspace with wood effect tile flooring, built-in bookcase/shelving, floating work desk and impressive opening to light well dropping to living area below.
Bedroom 2 - 3.7m x 2.21m
Attractive front-facing bedroom with original sanded & varnished floorboards, cast-iron original fireplace and original four-panelled door.
Bedroom 3 - 3.3m x 2.21m
Bright front-facing bedroom with original sanded & varnished floorboards, built-in wardrobe and original four-panelled door.
Courtyard Garden - 6.0m x 5.9m
Attractive private courtyard-style garden with gravel ground coverings, attractive quarry tiled patio space, landscaped borders with specimen trees & herb garden. Attractive outdoor lighting and highly convenient gated access to the side. Two large purpose-built storage spaces at the rear.
Storage Room 1 - 3.0m x 1.4m
Generous storage space with workbench, racks and power for charging e-bikes etc.
Storage Room 2 - 2.75m x 1.4m
Convenient utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, chest freezer, shelving and wash basin.
Front Garden - 5.5m x 3.25m
Lovely front garden area set behind original cast iron railings and featuring attractive quarry style tiled path, gravel covered seating area with mature planting and cherry blossom tree. Access to side passage space with mature hedging and bamboo screening.
Features
- Magnificent extensively upgraded 1920s period-style three-bedroom end-of-terrace home
- Architect-designed renovation (completed c.4 years ago) completely reconfiguring and optimising the original two-up two-down layout
- Unique end-of-terrace position at the quiet end of this charming street with larger-than-average garden
- Beautifully finished throughout with absolute attention to detail & top-quality interior materials & fixtures / fittings including full-bodied porcelain wall and floor tiling, Colourtrend paint finishes throughout, brushed brass sockets, switches and door ironmongery.
- Inspired layout with a very spacious feel thanks to clever planning, double-height lightwell & full-height glazing to rear
- Significant energy upgrades including extensive dry-lining, insulation improvements & Danish- slimline double-glazed Aluclad windows achieving an impressive B3 BER rating rarely seen in a home of this period
- High-capacity heating system including Viessmann combination storage boiler with zoned Tado smart heating controls and contemporary Zehnder Charleston column radiators throughout
- Stunning custom-designed joiner made solid birch ply kitchen with terrazzo-topped island & integrated high-end appliances (AEG, Bosch & Electrolux)
- Architectural lighting throughout including bespoke and designer wall / ceiling lighting.
- Bespoke concealed cloakroom, utility & pantry storage integrated into ground floor design
- Enviable master bedroom suite with pocket doors to dressing room / en-suite & separate home office
- Main bathroom & en-suite featuring high quality tiled finishes, Duravit and Laufen sanitary ware & Crosswater brassware throughout
- Two further attractive bedrooms
- Private professionally landscaped courtyard-style rear garden (formerly concrete yard) designed for indooroutdoor living
- Reclaimed quarry tiles incorporated into garden design with contemporary brick-format tiling referencing original finishes
- Purpose-built rear utility room & dedicated bicycle storage with charging points
- Gated side access & additional rear laneway access
- Fully floored & insulated attic with Velux rooflight
- Retained original features including cast-iron fireplaces, panelled internal doors, architraves & restored timber floorboards
- Traditional pebble-dash finish to rear elevation with complementary brick-effect detailing
- Excellent location on quiet cul-de-sac only a short stroll from Rathfarnham village
- Extensive facilities nearby including parks, sports clubs & schools at all levels
- Excellent local public transport links
- Resident parking permits for on-street parking & additional spaces in adjacent public car park
- Originally built c.1925
- Extensively renovated & upgraded over the past decade
- Fully rewired and replumbed throughout
BER Details
BER: B3
BER No: 109805564
Energy Performance Indicator: 133.75 Negotiator
