Stonehurst, Killiney Hill Road, Killiney, Co. Dublin

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Beds	6 beds
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Size	557 meters²
Energy Rating	BER-Exempt
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Eircode	A96N795

Description

Designed by the renowned architect William George Murray, Stonehurst is built in the High Victorian Tudor Revival style (Neo-Gothic) and dates from 1862. Very few examples of this type of building exist in Ireland, and even fewer in Dublin. The house was initially designed for the solicitor Edward Golding, whose monogram E.G. appears in the stained-glass windows of the porch along with the date, A.D 1862, above the doorway. He died before the house was completed and ownership passed to Henry Leland Kiely who subsequently altered and extended the original design c.1870-1880. The only external clue to this subsequent remodelling is the initial K, for Kiely, which appears on the two weather vanes which crown the newer extensions. Built on land which originally formed part of the estate of Sir William Domville, Attorney General during the reign of Charles II, it passed in the mid-19th Century to Sir Compton Domville, the last major landowner in the area. Located just 500m (as the crow flies) to the sea and 200m to Military Road, the area is steeped in history and surrounded by historic landmarks. Defensive structures such as the Martello Towers which were designed and built in the early 19th Century to defend South County Dublin from a French invasion that never came, still stand, as do road names which bear witness to this past. In 1854 the arrival of the railway brought further prosperity and a surge in building as large properties were built to accommodate the wealthy Victorian commuter. Stonehurst is built entirely of granite quarried from nearby Dalkey quarry and roofed in Bangor Blue Slates from North Wales. Stonehurst is both classically Neo-Gothic in design and uniquely Irish. Architectural features such as a triptych of leaded glass lancet windows, dog-tooth detailing on the barge boards and chimney stack, elaborate cast iron railings, and a magnificent arched granite porch offering protection to the carved double entrance doors and surrounding stained-glass windows, mark the front of the property. While to the rear the influence of the Tudor Revival on late 19th Century architectural trends is clearly visible in the half-timbering on the suspended bay windows on the first and principle floor levels, and the first floor sunroom, as well as a charming 'Rapunzel window' (a half timbered bay) suspended from the first floor. Internally the features are no less striking with beautifully proportioned rooms designed for entertaining on a grand scale, original parquet floors, marble fireplaces, Neo-Gothic arches, unusual cross-pointed architraves, mullioned windows and wonderful views over the large private gardens and on to Bray Head. The overall floor area is a wonderfully spacious 557 sq. m. (6,000 sq. ft approx.) and briefly consists of seven reception areas, 6 large double bedrooms and five bathrooms. Stonehurst was previously Image Interiors House of the Month and found contemporary fame again in 1994 as a location in the film Widow's Peak starring Mia Farrow, Natasha Richardson and Joan Plowright. Having been home to the same family since 1968 the property requires modernisation, but for the discerning buyer looking for a unique home, rich in period detail, in this most desirable of locations, Stonehurst is second to none. Gardens: Stonehurst sits on very generous grounds of 1.3 acre (0.526 hectare). A gated entrance with high cut stone granite pillars and traditional granite walls lead directly to a large gravelled forecourt and an abundance of off-street parking. A sweeping cut-granite staircase leads from the forecourt to the wonderfully private rear garden whose south-facing lawns are bordered by mature trees and shrubs. The woodland area at the bottom of the garden once home to the hideaway's and treehouses of numerous children and grandchildren is now a haven for birdlife. In addition Stonehurst is a mere 7 minute walk to Killiney Beach and is close to a host of amenities including Killiney Park, Dalkey Village, and Dun Laoghaire harbour and yacht clubs to mention just a few. A number of South County Dublin's finest schools are located nearby, including Holy Child Killiney; Loreto Abbey Dalkey; Castlepark; Rathdown; St Joseph of Cluny; St. Andrews, St. Gerard's, and Blackrock College. With excellent transportation links, including the Dart at Killiney Station; Luas at Brides Glen; the M50 and N11 road networks providing easy access to the city, airport and beyond. Services: Oil Fired Central Heating (gas on site). Mains Electricity Telephone & Broadband.

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Ground Floor: - Entrance Hall: - Features a magnificent 8m high stairwell with original Neo-Gothic balustrade and carved newel posts and bosses. Three magnificent lead-glass lancet windows set in imposing Dalkey granite bring light to the hall and stairs. The ceiling above the stairwell is bordered by decorative stucco banding, above which are the original stucco cornice and ceiling rose. Rear Hall: - lies a pair of beautifully carved double doors with inset stained-glass panels which lead into the sunroom. These doors mark the transition from the earlier build to the later 19th C extension. The hallway retains its original herringbone parquet floor, skirtings, dados, ceiling roses, oak beams and unusual carved oak cornicing, and the distinctive cross-pointed architraves of the 1862 design. Library: - Situated immediately to the left of the front door this beautifully proportioned room retains all its original features, including a Victorian pitch-pine floor, white marble fireplace, picture rails, skirtings, stucco cornicing and ceiling rose. The window to the north (front elevation) is a tall leaded-glass lancet window while the room's second east facing window, is a 3m casement with intact shutters within a cross-pointed architrave. Dining room: - This room was used as a formal dining room by the previous owners' but this room was originally designed as the principal drawing room. It features a very substantial three-sided bay window which overlooks the garden. The doors and windows are all set within the distinctive cross-pointed architraves as before. The windows all retain their original shutters. Other features include a large white marble fireplace, cross Tudor style parquet flooring, very decorative stucco cornicing and ceiling rose and original picture & and dado rails. This room connects to the large formal Drawing room: - via six large folding half-glazed panelled doors which run almost floor to ceiling. The doors arched detailing mirrors the lancet window motif which recurs throughout the house. This truly breath-taking room features a baronial Neo-Gothic style fireplace with carved wooden mantle with mirror insert above a Connemara marble fire surround. Boasting ten sash windows, a pair to either side of the fireplace (facing east) and a spectacular suspended bay window comprised of six individual sash windows offering uninterrupted views over the large garden, this room is continually flooded with light. Other features include the herringbone parquet floor and a superb beamed and panelled ceiling complete with decorative bosses and matching oak cornicing. Opposite the fireplace is a large arched recess on either side of which are a pair of double panelled half-glazed doors leading to the sunroom. These three rooms interconnect to make for a truly spectacular entertaining space. Sunroom: - Running the full length of the formal sitting room the sunroom gets its name from the windows which line its two sides. The room's casement windows are set behind carved wooden columns which connect to the oak panelled ceiling and coving. An oversized sill, which doubles as a window seat, runs almost the entire perimeter of the room. The sunroom is connected to both the formal drawing room and to the hall, the latter via two beautifully carved double doors with stained glass inserts. When opened to the hall, this creates an elegant space which runs the entire length of the property. Family Room: - This well-proportioned room has a black slate fireplace, its original flooring, decorative stucco cornice, a large south facing window consisting of a central sash flanked by two slender windows whose top panels feature the original mirror inserts designed in Victorian times as a means of casting more light into a room exclusively lit by candles. Lobby/utility area: - On the western end of the property is a separate wing connected to the principle house at three levels. It is part of the later 19th C extension and contains bathrooms, toilets, and utility rooms. At the ground floor level is a small utility area which is connected to the kitchen and to the family via a small half-timbered landing surrounded by charming leaded stained-glass casement windows to the south and west. Kitchen: - This room features four leaded stained-glass casement windows, two overlooking the front of the house, and two with views over the garden. There is a small lobby off the kitchen which gives direct access to the forecourt through an arched doorway. Upstairs Half Landing: - A small hall featuring two south facing stained-glass and leaded casement windows which overlook the garden. Guest w.c 1 & 2: - This small loo also has a stained-glass leaded casement this time facing north overlooking forecourt. The adjoining separate loo (loo 2) has a similar casement window overlooking forecourt. Family Bathroom: - Operating as the main family bathroom this spacious room has two stained-glass leaded casement windows overlooking the forecourt to the north. It also has one stained-glass leaded casement which faces south over the garden. In addition, there is a large double height, west-facing stained-glass and leaded casement. It is worth noting that this configuration predated the present owners but does not conform to the original layout. The large Neo-Gothic arch which spans the bathroom and second loo and contains three of the leaded windows, was divided by a stud partition sometime in the early history of the house, this could easily be removed to restore the room's proportions. First Floor: - Landing: - a Gothic arch leads from the stairway into the main body of the landing or upper hallway. The hall retains its stucco cornice, dado rail, magnificent built-in carved oak linen press of ecclesiastical design, cross-pointed architraves and a second arch leading to the bedroom corridor. Bathroom: - This room features a pair of north-facing casement windows with shutters bordered by cross-pointed architrave, and stucco coving. Bedroom 5: - White marble fireplace - very large north-facing sash window with original shutters, overlooking the front forecourt. The Victorian pitch pine floor and cross-pointed architraves are also intact. Principal Bedroom: - This room, which serves as the master bedroom, features a set of three large sash windows with shutters framed with cross-pointed architraves. These windows provide stunning views over the garden and all the way to Bray Head. From the outside the windows appear arched and are enhanced by the Portland stone columns and mullions and which extend almost the entire width of the room. The original fireplace has been boarded over but the hearthstone is still intact. Dressing Room: - Used as a dressing room this room would make a perfect ensuite. The doors and windows feature the characteristic cross-pointed architraves. The room retains its stucco coving and double sash windows with shutters. Originally this room contained a fireplace which has since been boarded up. Bedroom 4: - The distinctive red wall shelf in this room is actually comprised of two original wooden mantles from elsewhere in the house. These carved mantles echo the design of the one in the formal drawing room. A huge arch leads to an utterly charming east-facing bay window recess containing four casement windows, one to each side, with a pair in the centre. All have their original shutters and all are bordered by the same cross-pointed architraves which surround the door. The original fireplace has been boarded up but the black and red tiled hearth remains, as does the stucco coving. Bedroom 3: - A very charming room with a lovely black marble fireplace complete with original Victorian tiles depicting mythological scenes as well as a dramatic “Rapunzel window” (a half-timbered bay) suspended from the first floor. Complete with stucco coving, original floors and woodwork. Small Lobby: - Hall to southern most bedroom has pair of west facing sash windows with views to Carrickgolligan and the lead mines chimney atop feature panelling. Bedroom 2: - Original tiled hearth (fireplace boarded up), floorboards, and coving. A pair of double sash windows with spectacular views facing south over the garden and on to Bray Head are set within a panelled recess with their original shutters. As with the principal bedroom, from the outside these windows appear arched and are enhanced by the Portland stone columns and mullions and which extend almost the entire width of the room. There is also a charming small single sash window which faces west. Lower Garden Level: - Downstairs, in what was originally the servant's quarters, are a variety of well-proportioned rooms and several small bathrooms and kitchenettes. There are two separate entrances, one through a lovely arched door out onto a terrace/veranda beneath the sunroom and the other into a charming sunny patio/courtyard. Hall 1: - The stairs leads under an arch to a small lobby to the left of which is the original coal store: Boiler Room: - Presently used as a boiler room this large room, formerly a double bedroom, features a large east-facing sash window. Table Tennis room: - (adjoining back kitchenette) door to patio: This room was the grand kitchen of the original house and has subsequently been used as both a living room and games room. It features the original quarry tiles and behind its 1930's fireplace lies the original inglenook which is still intact. This room is lit by two recessed sash windows to the south overlooking the garden, and a single sash facing westward and overlooking a small enclosed courtyard/patio. There is also door connecting to a small kitchenette/garden store from this room. Garden Store: - Occupying a former pantry this room has operated as a kitchenette and more recently as a garden store, it has small sash window and door opening onto the courtyard/patio area. Understairs storage: - Small internal lobby with access to patio via a half glazed wooden door. Bathroom & separate WC: - A separate bathroom which has a sash window facing south over the patio area and a connected separate loo featuring a small top-light window Hall 2: - small lobby with south-facing metal casement window facing the veranda. Office/ Large parlour: - This large well-proportioned room served as an architect's office for the previous owner. It features a large bay with a double sash window facing west. Door to Hall 3: - Small lobby Kitchen: - Small Kitchenette with an east-facing sash window. Bathroom: - Bathroom with bath, basin, and loo with an east-facing sash window. Back Parlour: - This spacious room contains a fireplace and three large sash windows complete with shutters, a double pair of windows faces south over the garden and a single west-facing sash looks over the section of the veranda beneath the sunroom.

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