Description
78 Carysfort Avenue is a most impressive double-fronted villa-style period residence dating from circa 1840, superbly positioned on one of Blackrock's most desirable and convenient residential roads. Extending to approximately 170 sq.m. (1,830 sq.ft.), this elegant home combines the charm and character of its era with bright, generously proportioned accommodation and a magnificent rear garden, all within a short stroll of Blackrock Village, the seafront and the DART.
Behind the attractive façade lies a home of immense appeal, retaining many original period features including high ceilings, large sash windows and well-proportioned rooms that create a wonderful sense of space and light throughout. The accommodation is laid out over two levels and is presented in good decorative order.
At entrance level, a welcoming reception hall leads to two elegant reception rooms overlooking the front garden, both enjoying excellent proportions and an abundance of natural light. Also on this level are two bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom in the return.
The garden level provides superbly versatile accommodation, featuring a comfortable living room to the front which flows through to a well-fitted kitchen. There are two further bedrooms on this level together with a guest w.c. and direct access to the front of the property.
A particular feature of this fine home is the outstanding rear garden extending to approximately 80ft in length. Enjoying a south-easterly orientation, the garden provides a private and secluded outdoor sanctuary with a large patio area, expansive lawn and attractive cut granite stone walls. The garden also benefits from private off-street parking, complemented by additional parking facilities within the business park to the rear.
The location is second to none. Blackrock Village is just a gentle walk away and offers an excellent selection of boutiques, cafés, restaurants, pubs and shopping facilities, including both Frascati Shopping Centre and Blackrock Shopping Centre. The property is uniquely positioned between three excellent public parks — Blackrock Park, Carysfort Park and Rockfield Park — while two playgrounds and a choice of tennis clubs are also within easy reach.
The area is exceptionally well served by public transport, including numerous bus routes and the DART at Blackrock, providing swift access to Dublin City Centre and beyond. Some of South Dublin's most sought-after schools are nearby, including Carysfort National School, Willow Park, Blackrock College, St. Andrew's College and Coláiste Eoin and Coláiste Íosagáin. University College Dublin at Belfield and the Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School are also close at hand. Accommodation
Reception Hall - 1.6m x 7m
with ceiling coving, centre rose and attractive fan light over the hall door.
Drawing Room - 5.7m x 2.7m
with two sliding sash picture windows overlooking front, ceiling coving, centre rose, timber fireplace with marble surround, marble hearth, gas coal effect fire and original wide plank timber flooring.
Living Room - 4m x 3.7m
with window overlooking front, range of built in fitted wardrobes as currently used as a bedroom.
Bedroom 1 - 3.9m x 2.9m
with timber flooring, ceiling coving and window overlooking rear.
Bedroom 2 - 5.7m x 2.9m
with two windows overlooking the garden, original timber flooring, ceiling coving, centre rose and built in fitted wardrobes.
Return -
Bathroom -
comprising cabinet wash hand basin, wc, shower unit, tiled floor, tiled walls, heated towel rail and window to side and rear.
Garden Level -
Inner Hall - 1.6m x 6.5m
with door to front.
Living Room - 5.3m x 3.7m
with windows overlooking the front, attractive stone fireplace with marble surround and marble hearth, gas coal effect fire, ceiling coving, recessed lighting and door leading to kitchen.
Kitchen - 2.4m x 5m
with a range of overhead press and drawer units, oven with four ring gas hob and extractor over, under counter stainless steel sink unit, integrated dishwasher, washing machine, integrated fridge freezer, marble worktops, window overlooking rear and door leading to storage area.
Downstairs WC -
comprising pedestal wash hand basin, wc, tiled floor, window to rear and door out to garden.
Bedroom 3 - 3.7m x 3.7m
with window overlooking front.
Bedroom 4 - 3.5m x 2.3m
with window overlooking rear.
Garden -
to the rear is a very fine garden benefitting from the afternoon sunshine with large wraparound patio with steps leading to the lawn area bordered by mature granite walls and important vehicular rear access.
Features
- Very fine period property extending to 170 sq.m. (1,830 sq.ft.)
- Enjoying a host of period features
- Delightful private and secluded 80ft southeast facing rear garden
- Vehicular garden access plus private parking spaces to the rear
- Gas fired central heating
- Close to excellent schools, parks, sporting facilities and shopping amenities
- Short walk to the seafront and Blackrock Village
- Excellent shopping, transport links and schools
BER Details
BER: D
BER No: 104029954
Energy Performance Indicator: 258.96 (kWh/m2/yr) Negotiator
