Apartment 85, Shrewsbury Park, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04X652

Instantly appealing, spacious two bed, two bath, first floor apartment with stunning south facing balcony and storage locker in external store. Located within a highly regarded residential development, and carrying a most desirable address, Shrewsbury Park was built by Sheelin McSharry Homes c 1989. With access via electronic sliding vehicular gate and separate pedestrian gate, the quality of the development and its’ wonderful landscaped grounds are immediately evident. Mature trees and shrubs, manicured lawns, arrays of colourful flowers and the tranquil water feature all combine to create an oasis of calm, seldom found so close to the city centre. Set within the heart of Ballsbridge, it is beyond doubt, the most convenient location to which one could aspire. Along with the wonderful facilities of Ballsbridge, Merrion, Sandymount, Blackrock and Monkstown great connectivity to the city centre is available with the frequent and valuable DART servicing Sydney Parade and Sandymount stations A selection of bus routes traverse the area. A huge array of hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, boutiques, shopping, sports and leisure facilities abound in the locale. The wonderful Herbert Park with its tennis courts, walkways, children's playground, Lolly and Cooke's cafe and sheltered seating areas as well as Sandymount Strand and the lovely walks around Poolbeg Lighthouse offer unlimited opportunities for relaxation. The magnificent facilities of The RDS/ Simmonscourt, The Aviva Stadium, Elm Park Golf Club, along with numerous rugby, football, cricket and hockey grounds ensure plenty entertainment facilities. Near-by hospitals include St Vincent's University and Private Hospitals and Blackrock Clinic. The N11 and Stillorgan dual carriageway are close-by facilitating access to the south city, as well as Stillorgan, Sandyford and Cherrywood Business Parks. The IFSC/ Grand Canal Dock and the main business districts are all within easy reach. Access to Dublin airport is via the port tunnel and the Aircoach service is also available locally. Occupying an enviable position overlooking the beautiful water feature and picturesque gardens, this property must surely be viewed to appreciate the wealth of quality accommodation from the designer kitchen with it's stone worktops and small yet practical breakfast bar to the attractive turret style space currently laid out as a dining area but equally suitable for alternative uses. Storage is well provided and Nom85 has the added benefit of an external storage locker in the detached building adjacant to the block. Accessed via stairs from the well maintained foyer, the: Accommodation comprises Welcoming hall, enhanced by two good sized storage closets. Double glass doors to: Lounge/ dining room with its’ lovely window lined turret. Attractive painted fireplace with slate hearth. Coved ceiling. Access to the sunny balcony. Glass door and hinged screen to the Kitchen. Luxurious and well appointed painted wood floor and wall units with gorgeous part ceramic handles, stone worktops / upstands and bowl and a half stainless steel sink unit. Small breakfast bar. Master bedroom Excellent fitted wardrobes and curved shelves. Coved ceiling. Ensuite with bath, wc and vanity unit. Tiled floor and part tiled walls. Access to the balcony. Bedroom 2. Fitted wardrobes. Shower room 3 piece suite incorporating shower cubicle, vanity basin with storage and wc. Tiled floor and part tiled walls. The balcony is an extra special feature, providing c 13 sq m of additional living space ideal for al fresco dining or relaxation / entertaining space. Benefitting from a sunny aspect, where the soothing sounds of the water feature combine with the wonderful vista over the superbly maintained communal gardens, it is unusual that such great privacy is attained on a first floor balcony.