40 Kenilworth Square West, Rathgar, Dublin 6, D06YX09

A supremely handsome two-storey over garden level Victorian residence, wonderfully positioned on the sunny westerly side of Kenilworth Square. This 4-bedroom / 4-reception room exquisite home has been extensively refurbished, comprehensively modernised and tastefully extended with great style, flair and attention to detail. Behind its attractive façade lies well-appointed, light-filled accommodation of 336 sqm / 3617 sqft (approx.) featuring a luxurious interior, where classic charm meets contemporary sophistication. An added bonus is the secure off-street parking for several cars to the front. In the same ownership since 1996, Number 40 has been painstakingly transformed by the current owners in collaboration with Architect Sandra O’Riordan. No stone has been left unturned in creating a beautiful, future-proofed home where a family-friendly practical layout is complemented by wonderful original features and understated luxury. Offering a fantastic balance between elegant living space and generous double bedrooms, which are well served by 3 bathrooms, the heart of this home is undoubtedly in the garden level. An inviting kitchen complete with Design House bespoke units communicates seamlessly with a gracious family room and Hampton’s orangery, which takes in lovely views of the private west-facing landscaped rear garden and patio – a veritable outdoor room ideal for al fresco dining. The gardens are also a noteworthy feature of this superb family home. The front garden, formal in design, provides invaluable, secure off-street parking behind electronic gates, bordered by mature shrubbery and box hedging, with a discreetly tucked away patio perfect for a sunny morning coffee. Practical storage bays are part-recessed here providing for secure bicycle, bin and garden equipment storage. The private west-facing rear garden is a calm and restful oasis. Designed with low maintenance in mind, it features a synthetic lawn and enjoys great privacy and seclusion. There is a large travertine patio area off the Hampton’s orangery with a purpose built wood-burning outdoor fireplace. Cut-stone walls border this garden with mature, well-stocked beds featuring box hedging and a water feature. Superbly located on ever-popular Kenilworth Square, with Rathmines, Rathgar, Harold’s Cross, Terenure, and the city centre all within walking distance. The location offers a great choice of shops, cafes, restaurants and essential services including frequent public transport, whilst a wonderful host of top primary and secondary schools are in the area. Discerning buyers looking for a home of distinction with light, space, style, luxury and versatility in abundance, not to mention a sunny rear garden and off-street parking, in a superb location need look no further, Number 40 Kenilworth Square West awaits you. Hall Level Reception Hallway Original hall door with fan light, opens into a welcoming reception hallway with marble flooring, two feature alcoves, cornice, picture rail and centre rose, archway through to inner hall, arched window with privacy glass. Small window to rear. Drawing Room Gracious room with two large sash windows offering lovely views over Kenilworth Square. Features Brazilian walnut wide plank floor, marble mantlepiece with stone hearth and surround fitted with gas fire, feature alcove, cornicing, picture rail and centre rose, folding doors to: Living Room Brazilian walnut floor continues, 12 pane sash window with window seat overlooking rear garden, marble mantlepiece with slate hearth and fitted with enclosed Bodart & Gonay wood burning stove, large fitted bespoke cabinet, vertical radiator, cornicing, picture rail and centre rose. Home Office / Study Sash window overlooking rear garden, picture rail, large cabinet Hall Return Guest WC Villeroy & Boch wc, wash hand basin, part opaque window, tiled floor and part tiled walls Garden Level Enclosed side passage Entrance Hallway A large, welcoming hallway with Hampton’s roof light, travertine flooring, cloaks closet with alarm panel, recessed lighting, vertical radiator. Inner Hallway Stairs to hall level and return, understairs storage, double doors through to kitchen Kitchen / Dining Room / Family Room Undoubtedly the heart of this luxurious home with 3 rooms seamlessly connecting. Kitchen Featuring a bespoke Design House kitchen with extensive wall and floor units with marble countertops, excellent storage space, Britannia stove with 7 gas burner, twin electric ovens, stainless steel splashback, brushed steel extractor hood, large centre island with marble countertop, twin Franke sinks – one with ‘insinkerator’, Quooker tap offering boiling, still and sparkling water options, integrated Miele dishwasher, breakfast bar with shelving underneath, 3 hanging lights overhead. Two large pantry stores with Sub-Zero fridge in between, travertine floor, recessed lights. Communicates with both Hampton’s orangery and family room via pocket doors. Hampton's Orangery Use as you will. Currently used as a dining area with French doors to external travertine patio. Light-filled, it enjoys a sunny south and west dual aspect, taking in lovely views of the private landscaped rear garden and patio. Travertine flooring continues from kitchen. Family Room Situated to the front with lovely views over the landscaped front garden. A wonderful reception room accessed off the kitchen through pocket doors, it features 2 picture sash windows with electronic blinds, remote-controlled inset gas fire, large wall-mounted 70 inch TV, Brazilian walnut wide plank flooring, fitted bookshelves and storage incorporating a clever workstation, coving, recessed lights. Utility Room Well-equipped with wall and floor units with Belfast sink, travertine countertop with tiled splashback, plumbed for washing machine and condenser dryer, travertine flooring with underfloor heating, large shelved hot press with large capacity water tank. Sliding door to: Original understairs storage area Door to outside, recessed lights, large capacity Valliant gas boiler, feature wall arch and shelf, good zone for storage. Bedroom 4 Double room to rear with Brazilian wide plank walnut flooring, electric radiator, fitted wardrobe, recessed lighting, vertical radiator, large window, door to rear patio and garden, door to shower room. Shower Room Wonderfully bright with vaulted ceiling and roof light, large walk-in shower cubicle with 2 shower attachments, wash hand basin unit, wc, heated towel rail, recessed lights, concealed mirrored door through to bedroom 4. First Floor Return Large window with working shutters. A lovely spot to relax. First Floor Velux window, attic hatch, recessed light Principal Bedroom Restful double room with 2 tall sash windows offering elevated views over Kenilworth Square. Features extensive fitted wardrobes and shelving, coving. Bedroom 2 Double room to rear with 12-pane sash window, fitted wardrobe with shelving and drawers, coving. Bedroom 3 Double room to front with arched window with working shutters, fitted shelving, attic hatch, coving. Family Bathroom Beautifully appointed with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware including a large jacuzzi bath with tiled surround, wc, bidet, wash hand basin vanity unit, part tiled walls and tiled floor, 8-pane opaque sash window. Second Floor Return Shower Room Fully tiled, wc, wash hand basin, semicircular shower cubicle with wall mounted shower, recessed mirror, heated towel rail, part opaque sash window with working shutters, recessed lights. Front Garden Walled and railed front garden laid out with formal area of lawn bordered with box hedging, lollipop trees and hydrangeas, electric gates to large gravel area with off-street parking for several cars, pedestrian gate, discrete private patio area perfect for enjoying the morning sun, three large part-recessed storage units for bins, bikes etc. Granite steps leading to hall door with original railings, paved area to side door and door to under steps. Sensor lighting, outside tap. Rear Garden Private, well-screened south-westerly landscaped garden bordered with granite walls and timber panelling, large travertine patio with custom-built open fireplace, raised beds with seating area and lollipop trees and box hedging, steps up to lawn area with easy maintenance synthetic grass, mature trees, pebbled border with box hedging and water feature, outside tap.