D14 XC85 4 beds4 baths175 m2
| Beds | 4 beds |
| Price | €1,250,000 |
| Property Type | Semi-Detached House |
| Size | 175 meters2 |
| Energy Rating | BER-C3 |
| Refreshed on | May 7, 2025 |
| Eircode | D14 XC85 |
| Group Name | Sherry FitzGerald Templeogue |
| Sales License Number | 002183 |
Description
No. 8 Butterfield Park is an elegant light filled family home boasting a 135ft private west facing rear garden, an extension to the rear and a superb dormer attic conversion. Built in the early 1930's this redbrick period property boasts many features such as high ceilings, stain glass panels in windows, original internal doors, dado rails and picture rails as well as original fireplaces. Extending to 175m / 1885sq ft. which excludes the attic (30m2 / 325sq ft) and garage (14m2 / 150sq ft) it enjoys an enviable position in this much-loved neighbourhood, a quiet tree lined street located on Butterfield Avenue and close to Rathfarnham Castle Park, Rathfarnham Village and within walking distance to Bushy Park. This home has been beautifully renovated, restored, and extended to the rear allowing for an open plan feel with a flow from the kitchen to the dining room and family room. Extensive glazing fills the area with light, linking the home to the manicured rear garden which is exceptionally secluded enjoying sun throughout the day and into the evening. The interior is delightful, full of charm and character with rooms of elegant proportions. The main reception rooms are interconnecting with wonderful period detail, including unique plasterwork ceilings, fine mantelpieces and a large bay window in the front reception room incorporating beautiful stained-glass detail which catches the evening light. With a perfect balance of living space and exceptionally generous bedroom and bathroom accommodation above. The attic conversion is a superb addition to the house with its dormer window and overlooks the rear garden. There is an ensuite shower room off the conversion and is a very versatile room. The gardens are a major asset, the rear garden. The wide driveway to the front offers ample off-street parking. It is gated and bordered by mature trees, shrubs and clematis, There is a granite pathway and pebbles area for parking. The magnificent 135ft west facing rear garden is a haven of tranquillity. It is not overlooked making it completely secluded. There is a granite patio, manicured lawn and boarded by well stocked flower beds and trees to include magnolia, clematis, Japanese maple ,apple tree and two lilac trees and a wisteria accross the back of the house.The quaint coach house style sheds offer ample storage with a further shed to the rear of the garden with electricity. Location is second to none, being only moments from the many shops and amenities in Rathfarnham and Templeogue villages. Rathfarnham shopping centre, Bushy Park, Rathfarnham Castle and Dodder Valley Park and river are all within a short walk with Marlay Park a short drive away. There is a superb choice of schools within close proximity including Terenure and Templeogue Colleges, Our Lady's School and Loreto Beaufort as well as excellent National Schools (Ballyroan Boys, St Patrick's Girls and St Mary's Boys). The property is very convenient to the M50 motorway and is well served by a regular bus services to/from City Centre, Dundrum Town Centre and beyond. The area is both well serviced, mature and built at a time when space was not at a premium. This is a wonderful, warm and inviting family home of immense charm and character with every conceivable amenity on its doorstep. Viewing by appointment is recommended.
Accommodation
Entrance Hall - 2.69m x 3.71m There are double doors opening into a porch with terracotta tiles. A wooden front door with attractive stain glass panels opens into the welcoming hallway featuring a solid wooden floor which runs through to the rest of the downstairs accommodation. It also features dado rail and picture rail. The original telephone closet with stain glass window is used as a handy cloakroom. There is also under stairs storage. Lounge - 4.39m x 3.61m This beautifully appointed room located to the front of the house features a floor to ceiling box bay window, ceiling coving and picture rail. The tiled fireplace with mahogany surround and open fire, acts as the perfect focal point to the room. There is built in alcove presses and shelving and double sliding pocket doors lead into the family room. Family Room - 4.08m x 3.63m This cosy room features ceiling coving, picture rail and a tiled fireplace with oak surround and a Stanley stove. Kitchen Dining Room - 7.30m x 5.38m Extended in 2000, this well-appointed area overlooks the magnificent rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with floor and eye level units, pantry cupboard, granite countertops, double Belfast sink, built in oven and microwave, gas hob, extractor fan American fridge freezer and dishwasher. There are three Velux window, recessed lighting and double doors out to the patio. Utility Room - 2.83m x 4.62m This large utility room has porcelain tiled floor, floor and eye level units, integrated fridge freezer and washing machine. WC - 1.53m x 1.38m With electricity and folding doors for a wide entrance point. Garage - 2.83m x 4.78m With electricity and folding doors for a wide entrance point. Principle Bedroom - 4.41m x 4.83m Large double room with floor to ceiling box bay window, built in wardrobes, cast iron fireplace, ceiling coving and picture rail and a large ensuite shower room. Ensuite - 2.88m x 2.12m This luxurious ensuite is fully tiled and comprises wc, wash hand basin and pump shower. Bedroom 2 - 4.27m x 3.65m Double room with built in wardrobes, wash hand basin, laminate timber floor, ceiling coving and picture rail. Bedroom 3 - 2.83m x 3.65m Double room with built in wardrobes Bedroom 4 - 2.83m x 4.09m Large single room with built in wardrobe. Bathroom - 3.03m x 2.96m Fully tiled and comprises wc, wash hand basin with granite top and underneath press, chrome heated towel rail, large shower unit with pump shower and free-standing claw foot bath. Attic Room - 6.12m x 4.57m This superb conversion with large dormer window and overlooks the rear garden, converted in 2008. It features recessed lighting, under eaves storage and an ensuite shower room which is fully tiled and comprises wc, wash hand basin with granite top, fitted mirror and underneath press and a pump shower., there is a Velux window for natural light and ventilation.
Features
BER Details
BER: C3 BER No: 118413277 Energy Performance Indicator: 219.91 kWh/m2/yr
Negotiator
Carole Ross
Date created: May 7, 2025
