Description
Set along one of Dublin 6's most prestigious avenues and dating from 1907, 5 Palmerston Gardens is an exceptional Edwardian family home. Double fronted detached, a fine period red brick residence that effortlessly blends timeless architectural beauty with generous and practical family living laid out over two floors. This distinguished home stands proudly behind painted cast iron railings and is perfectly located between the villages of Rathmines and Ranelagh, with walking distance of the speciality shops of Dunville Avenue and Palmerston Park.
From the moment you step up the granite steps onto the tiled porch, the home's historic charm is clear. The striking red brick façade is complemented by granite block detailing which sets the tone for the elegant interiors. Internally the gracious and welcoming entrance hall stretches an impressive length, defined by exquisite ceiling heights, decorative centre roses, and two elegant arches that enhance the sense of space and symmetry. Floor to ceiling glazed doors draw the eye through to the conservatory and mature gardens beyond. The principal reception rooms set left and right of the entrance hall are beautifully proportioned and rich in original features. The drawing room boasts a magnificent bay window, soaring ceilings, intricate plasterwork, and a finely crafted mahogany fireplace with tiled inset, an ideal setting for formal entertaining. A second reception room currently in use as a formal dining room mirrors this refinement, with its own bay window, timber flooring, and period detailing. A versatile study to the rear provides an inspiring workspace with fireplace and built in shelving, while a more relaxed TV room or den offers a cosy retreat, complete with an open fireplace and bespoke shelving. The cloakroom with guest bathroom facilities is perfectly positioned off the hall, featuring original elegant, tiled flooring and refined sanitary ware. At the heart of the home, the inviting kitchen blends warmth with functionality, complete with a classic AGA, plenty of bespoke storage, and an effortless flow into an extended breakfast room. This light-filled space is enhanced by a rooflight and newly installed triple-glazed windows, creating a bright setting for everyday living with views to the rear garden. A generous conservatory provides an additional gathering area with wrap around glazing along with direct access to the rear paved patio and lawned garden. The hard working part of this fine home comprises the utility which is plumbed for sink, washing machine and dryer, the shelved larder storage and the garage with internal and external door currently in use for storage but offers plenty of potential to further extend the accommodation should the new owners wish to do so. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with five generously sized bedrooms, each offering its own charm and functionality. Many retain original features such as sash windows, picture rails, built-in storage and are plumbed with vanity units. The principal suite is particularly noteworthy, featuring a substantial walk-in wardrobe and a private en-suite shower bathroom. A spacious family bathroom is finished to a high standard, complete with an oversized walk in shower, vanity unit, bidet and dual sash windows that enhance the natural light.
Palmerston Gardens is a highly sought after residential avenue in Dublin 6 lined with wonderful period family homes, the popularity of this location is understandable given the array of amenities available in the immediate vicinity. This fine home is within walking distance of nearby Palmerston Park, a selection of shopping amenities along locally renowned Dunville Avenue to include Mortons, Best of Italy, Excuse My French, Dunville Pharmacy and Rosalines, boutiques to include Avenue and No 38 . Importantly, the house is easily accessible to some of Dublin's most sought-after schools as well as being within walking distance of Ranelagh, Rathgar and Rathmines and a short walk to the Cowper and Beechwood Luas stop providing an effortless commute to Dublin City Centre.
With its combination of architectural beauty, generous proportions, west-facing garden, and garages to the front and rear, 5 Palmerston Gardens offers an exceptional lifestyle and family home for those seeking both character and comfort in a prime city location. Accommodation
Entrance Hall - 1.8m x 9.9m
with two inner arches, ceiling coving, centre roses, dado rail and floor to ceiling double glass doors, with direct access out to the conservatory and garden views beyond.
Drawing Room - 4.4m x 6.5m
with bay window, wonderful ceiling heights, ceiling coving, centre rose, spotlights, picture rail, a wonderful mahogany fireplace with tiled inset and hearth.
Dining Room - 4.3m x 6.1m
bay window, ceiling coving, centre rows, picture rail, mahogany fireplace tiled insert and hearth, timber flooring and access hatch to the pantry.
Cloakroom - 1.7m x 4.4m
with tiled floor, wash hand basin, hanging shelf area, door to WC with large sash window to the side.
Study - 5.0m x 4.5m
with a bay window, picture rail, ceiling coving, centre rose, spotlights, cast-iron fireplace surrounded by fitted units.
TV Room / Den - 4.6m x 3.5m
with large sash window which overlooks the conservatory to the back, an open fireplace which is mahogany surround tiled inset and hearth, recessed shelving either side, centre rose, ceiling coving, spotlights and picture rail.
Kitchen / Breakfast room - 6.5m x 5.2m
Classic green gas fired Aga. Granite counter tops with floor and eye level fitted units. Custom ceramic tiles. Stainless kitchen appliances.
Conservatory - 3.7m x 6.3m
hardwood flooring, granite steps, wraparound windows and doors to paved patio
Pantry - 1.5m x 1.6m
shelved for storage. Door to garage
Utility Room - 1.6m x 2.3m
Stacked Washer Drier, Belfast sink. Side passage access door.
Landing - 2.1m x 9.9m
feature stained-glass windows to the front and to the side of the house
Bedroom 3 - 3.8m x 3.2m
with sash window to the rear, plumbed for a sink and access to attic storage.
First Floor -
Bedroom 1 - 4.0m x 5.0m
lovely picture window to the front with stained glass top, opening into a walk-in wardrobe.
Walk in Wardrobe - 2.1m x 3.1m
with an excellent range of floor to ceiling built-in storage.
En-Suite Bathroom - 2.0m x 2.5m
tiled floor, pumped shower system, sash window to the side, vanity unit wash hand basin, WC, bidet and electric underfloor heating.
Bedroom 2 - 4.1m x 4.8m
with window to the front and floor to ceiling built-in storage and shelving, ceiling coving, centre rose, spotlights.
Bedroom 4 - 3.8m x 3.6m
plumbed for sink, sash window to the rear, picture rail, built in wardrobes.
Family Bathroom - 3.2m x 3.4m
tiled floor, two sash windows to the rear, built-in vanity unit with sink, extra-large walk-in shower with pumped shower, fully tiled, WC and a bidet, spotlights and extractor fan. Electric underfloor heating.
Bedroom 5 - 3.6m x 4.6m
with a wonderful bay window and an inner arch, view out to the rear garden, plumbed for a sink, built-in wardrobe.
Features
- Prime Dublin 6 address on one of the area's most luxurious avenues.
- Magnificent double-fronted detached Edwardian red brick residence of timeless architectural distinction extending to approximately 309sqm (3,326 sqft). Excluding garages and covered side passage.
- Elegant, light-filled interiors showcasing exceptional ceiling heights and exquisite period detailing throughout.
- Practical family layout over two floors.
- Five superbly proportioned bedrooms, including a wonderful principal suite with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite.
- Five refined reception rooms ideal for both grand entertaining and relaxed family living.
- Bespoke kitchen with classic AGA, flowing to an extended breakfast room and sun-drenched conservatory
- Exceptional west-facing rear garden extending to 80 ft offering privacy, maturity, and outstanding potential to further extend or reimagine.
- Two garages for additional storage and offering obvious potential for further accommodation if required (not ncluded in overall measurements).
- Covered side passage for storage and providing direct access from front to rear garden
- Some windows have been replaced with triple glazed Rational Windows
- Dual condensing Gas Boilers
- Off street parking
- CCTV and Alarm
- BER C3
BER Details
BER: C3
BER No: 119221596
Energy Performance Indicator: 224.64 kWh/m2/yr Negotiator
