3 St James Terrace, 6 Clonskeagh Road, Clonskeagh, Dublin 6

Supremely elegant and meticulously maintained two storey over garden level period residence with a truly outstanding south west facing back garden. Set on approx. 0.3acre of glorious gardens, this stunning property is immaculately maintained by its present owners, is the perfect example of an exceptionally spacious family residence of considerable style and character in, what is widely regarded as, one of Dublin's premier terraces. Laid out over approx. 410sqm/4,412sqft plus an additional 50sqm in the original coach house/garage – a wonderful family home, with a versatile layout, fine original period detail characteristic of it’s time boasting rooms of elegant proportions - perfect for entertaining yet extremely comfortable and cosy for every day family living. It offers a rare opportunity to acquire a wonderful, modern home on the uniquely rich fabric of its past. Up the granite steps, through the front door a welcoming hallway awaits adorned in ornate coving and feature archway which leads to the two formal reception rooms of gracious proportions. A home office, reception room 3/bedroom 4 and guest wc at hall level. Upstairs are three generous bedrooms, one en suite and large family bathroom. The real hub of this home is at garden level where the current owners reconfigured the layout in recent years to create a wonderful open plan living/dining/kitchen area across the back of the house and cosy family room overlooks the front garden A utility room, guest wc and cloak storage completes the accommodation. The gardens are a true feature of this house – the jewel in the crown! Set behind electric gates a large gravelled front garden provides excellent off street parking and is bordered by an abundance of mature shrubs and trees. To the rear lies a most spectacular south facing garden - it is rare to find such seclusion and privacy so close to town. The large south facing garden enjoys all day sunshine and boasts a large sandstone patio, a real suntrap and perfect for outdoor entertaining. The large lawned area is flanked by a wide variety of mature flowering plants and trees and there is access from here into the coach house/garage. Description of this inviting home would not be complete without reference to its superb, convenient location. The villages of Donnybrook, Ranelagh and Rathgar are all nearby, providing a great selection of local eateries, coffee houses, shopping, parks and sports clubs. Local shopping in Milltown & Clonskeagh are popular neighbourhood spots and the Dodder Linear Park is central to this vibrant community. Sports clubs nearby include Milltown Golf Club and David Lloyd at Riverview. Some of Dublin's best junior and senior schools are also nearby, including but not limited to, St Mary’s Donnybrook, Scoil Bhríde, St Mary’s College, Alexandra College, Sandford National, Sandford Park, Gonzaga College, St Michael’s College etc. The Luas in Ranelagh is just a short walk away as well numerous bus routes close by. Hall level Original granite steps lead to front door with fanlight that opens into a welcoming hallway with decorative ceiling coving and centre rose, dado rail and feature arched alcove. Wide plank, wooden flooring and door leads to inner hallway High ceilings with coving, dado rail and feature archway and wide plank wooden flooring. Guest WC Original stained glass door, tiled floor, arched sash window, ceiling, coving, toilet and wash hand basin Dining room Gracious reception room with wide plank, wooden floors, decorative ceiling coving picture rail and open fireplace with slate inset and hearth and marble surround. Two large sash windows overlooking front garden and driveway. Drawing room Wide plank, wooden floors, ornate ceiling coving and centre rose, large sash window with shutters and cast-iron open fire with tiled, inset, slate heart and black marble surround Office Extensive fitted bookshelves and storage sash window and shutters, ceiling, coving, and door leading to Reception Room/Bedroom 4 Dual aspect room with vaulted ceiling, timber floors, recessed, lighting, large light well and feature portal window and fitted shelving. Shower room with tiled floor and walls, toilet wash hand basin and shower cubicle First Floor Return landing with large arched sash window, enjoying wonderful view over rear garden rail and ceiling cover Landing with picture rail, dado rail, ceiling, coving, and attic access Main bedroom Large double room with ceiling coving, fitted wardrobes, two large sash windows with shutters overlooking front garden and view down Eglinton Road. Open fireplace with natural stone, insert hearth and surround. Bedroom 2 Large double room with ceiling coving, excellent storage in fitted wardrobes, original cast-iron fireplace and sash window overlooking rear garden Bedroom 3 Double room with seat, cover fitted wardrobes, original cast-iron fireplace, and sash window overlooking front garden En suite Tiled floor with part tiled walls, ceiling, coving, toilet, wash hand basin and shower cubicle with power Jetstream. Main bathroom Originally a bedroom, large family bath with tiled flooring and part tiled walls, ceiling, coving, recessed lighting, 'his ‘n’ hers' wash hand basins and vanity unit with wall mounted mirrors, toilet, free standing bath with shower attachment, large walk-in shower cubicle with jets, sash window with shutters overlooks rear garden. GARDEN LEVEL Stairs from hall level, with extensive glazing. leads down to Open plan, living/ kitchen/ dining area with an excellent range of hand, painted wall and base units with marble countertops incorporating sink unit and Aga, Also includes integrated dishwasher, two pantry presses and large American fridge freezer. A central island provides breakfast bar with additional storage and countertops. Also includes a second dishwasher. The dining area has tiled floor with double doors leading to the garden. Original brick alcove for wine storage and folding double doors lead to Family Room With wooden floors, fitted shelving and storage. two large sash windows looking out over the front garden and open fireplace with natural stone in hearth and surround. Door from outside leads to hallway with tiled floor, recessed, lighting, large cloak storage cupboard. Guest WC With tiled floor, toilet, heated towel rail and wash hand basin with under storage and wall mounted mirror. Utility Room with storage units incorporating stainless steel sink, unit floor to ceiling storage and plumbed for washing machine and dryer archway to under granite storage with two windows. Garage Part of the original coach house used for garden storage. Doors leads to rear garden and outdoor gym area/shower room.