Belmont House Studios, King's Channel, Waterford City Centre, X91H70C

Discover your dream home in this meticulously extended and converted coach house, set on an expansive and secluded elevated site (approximately 0.78 acres) with views of the river Suir. Originally constructed as a coach house, this distinctive property underwent a refined renovation and significant extension under the guidance of prominent local architect Martin Tritschler in 2002. This exceptional family home offers all the features a discerning buyer could desire. The original structure with its lovely, exposed stone and brickwork has been extended utilising the best of modern construction methods and materials with a striking contemporary two storey cedar clad addition encompassing an impressive 600 sq. meters (6,458 sq. ft.). The property is ideally situated within walking distance of University Hospital Waterford and Ardkeen Shopping Centre, as well as being in close proximity to Waterford Castle Golf Club and the extended municipal riverwalk. Kings Channel is located 4km from Waterford city centre and 14km from the scenic coastal village of Dunmore East. The surrounding area offers a variety of sporting facilities and is served by numerous primary and secondary schools. Features include: Gas fired underfloor heating throughout, wood effect tiling throughout ground floor. Hardwood double glazed windows, C3 BER, fibre high speed broadband, alarm, 12m swimming pool. The generous accommodation consists of: Porch with original exposed stonework and glazed double doors to entrance hall. Spacious entrance hall with open riser stairs to first floor. Large Cloakroom / Guest WC as well as a well-equipped laundry / utility room. There is a sitting room with vaulted ceiling, raised open fireplace and Velux roof light. Just off the entrance hall is a dual aspect Music room / Library with raised open fireplace, flooded with natural light from a long 7m roof light. At the end of this space is a cosy reading nook. The living / dining room benefits from a dual aspect, featuring a vaulted ceiling and four expansive Velux roof lights. The living area includes a raised inset stove and two sets of French doors that provide access to the garden on either side. The dining area, positioned at the opposite end, boasts a floor-to-ceiling picture window with views of the swimming pool and gardens. This space leads to a uniquely curved hallway that connects to the kitchen. The triple aspect kitchen / diner has a stylish bespoke German Bulthaup kitchen with off-white units and Miele appliances with a Rayburn range and breakfast counter. There is even a shelved pantry. Two sets of glazed French doors open onto the swimming pool and a sheltered deck. There is also a home office on the ground floor. The master suite occupies the first floor return with a fantastic dual aspect double bedroom overlooking the swimming pool and gardens with a small balcony off and a bank of built in wardrobes leading to a tiled ensuite bathroom with separate power shower. On the first floor is a landing with Velux roof lights and a further four luxuriously large ensuite bedrooms, two with river views. Studio: This standalone space, which is connected to the main house, offers significant potential. It is versatile and can be utilized as a guest house for visiting family or friends, a rental unit, or as a home office. The studio accommodation comprises: Open plan dual aspect Living / dining area with a kitchen, three bedrooms and a shower room. The private grounds extent to approximately .78 acres, primarily consisting of lawns interspersed with a variety of mature trees. The property features a gravel drive bordered by box hedging. To the rear of the house, there is a 12m swimming pool with an expansive, sheltered deck and lawn area. This unique property is one of a kind and must be viewed to be truly appreciated.