43 Kenilworth Park, Harold's Cross, Dublin 6W, D6WRD29

A wonderfully attractive semi-detached Victorian family home (240 sq m including attic space of 22 sq m approx.) with south west-facing landscaped rear garden. Number 43 enjoys a superbly convenient location with the villages of Harold’s Cross, Rathgar and Terenure within 10 minutes’ walk. It has undergone a full architectural renovation, significant modernisation and clever extension by its current owners. This period red brick has been the subject of a comprehensive and sensitive renovation, which was a close collaboration between the owners and GKMP Architects. The result is very impressive – a reimagined, light-filled family home, rich in original detailing, contemporary design and specification, achieved through great attention to detail and use of only the best materials and craftsmanship. Light and functionality were central to the architect’s brief and the end result is clearly evidenced by the light, space, layout, understated elegance, warmth, design and storage throughout the property. Old and new combine seamlessly - high ceilings and elegant room proportions are complemented by the modern extension which runs to the rear boundary wall with the kitchen/breakfast room, study and play room arranged around a south west facing courtyard featuring a mature pear tree. A continuous line of storage units is arranged along the north boundary wall. A high level window above the desk in the study introduces evening light in the summer time and also serves to minimise the impact of the structure on the neighbouring garden. A contemporary brick screen is made to the garden complimenting the brick of the existing house. Tall sliding oak screens open up all of the spaces to the garden and the continuous stone floor blurs the transition from inside to out. An elegant drawing room interconnects with the dining room, both rooms feature marble fireplaces, ornate plasterwork and hardwood timber flooring. The heart of this home is the bright and airy social space to the rear of the property comprising of a contemporary open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room. Featuring a bespoke fitted kitchen and sliding doors, this area was designed to accommodate day-to-day family living and entertaining. It communicates effortlessly with the sun-trap south westerly rear garden and patio, making this space a veritable ‘outside room’, enjoyed year-round. A play room, study, utility room and stylish guest w.c. complete the accommodation at ground floor. Upstairs, the original five bedrooms have been reimagined. Now comprising four double bedrooms, the original fifth bedroom has been repurposed to an en-suite for the main bedroom. A bright family bathroom and tasteful attic conversion with shower room complete what is on offer. This exquisite home is further complemented by landscaped gardens front and rear, with the rear enjoying a much sought-after south westerly orientation with gated side passageway. A description of this special home would not be complete without mention of its superb location. The property’s location is first class. Situated between the villages of Rathgar, Harold’s Cross and Terenure, with every amenity on your doorstep and within 2 miles of St Stephen’s Green. An excellent range of well-established schools are all close by including Rathgar Junior, The High School, Alexandra College, St Louis High School, Terenure College and St. Mary’s College. The renaissance of Rathgar, Harold’s Cross and Terenure provides a choice of trendy restaurants and local shopping. Viewing is highly recommended Entrance Hall 1.72m x 7.59m. Welcoming entrance hallway with ceiling coving, dado rail and centre rose. Wide plank wood flooring. WC 0.69m x 1.92m. With w.c., w.h.b. and wall mirror. Tiled walls and flooring. Drawing Room 4.36m x 3.83m. Feature bay window. Ceiling coving and centre rose. Wide plank wood flooring. Beautiful marble open fireplace with granite surround and hearth. Pocket doors to: - Dining Room 4.11m x 3.83m. Feature marble open fireplace. Ceiling coving and centre rose. Glazed French doors to garden. Wide plank flooring. Utility Room 1.26m x 2.11m. Plumbed for washing machine and dryer. Base units with overhead storage. Window providing natural light. Kitchen/Breakfast/Living room 5.09m x 8.01m. Range of cream high gloss units incorporating a stainless-steel sink unit with drainer, integrated double oven/microwave, integrated coffee machine, hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. Spot lighting. Large skylight. Glazed door to garden. Steps down to living room/breakfast area with feature floor to ceiling glazing with glazed sliding door to garden. Built-in tv unit with ample storage. Underfloor heating throughout. Glazed door to: - Study 1.81m x 5.24m. With built-in desk unit and ample storage and shelving. Floor to ceiling glazing with glazed door to garden. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Glazed door to: - Family Room/Playroom 5.12m x 3.55m. Floor to ceiling glazing with glazed door to garden. Ample shelving and storage units. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. First floor return Bedroom 3 3.41m x 3.78m. Small double bedroom, located to the rear. Ceiling coving. Fitted wardrobes with desk unit and shelving. Spot lighting. First floor Bedroom 1 4.17m x 3.91m. Spacious double bedroom with feature bay window and ceiling coving. Wall to wall fitted wardrobes. Ensuite 2.03m x 3.87m. Suite incorporating a double sink unit, large illuminated wall mirror, fully tiled shower, w.c. and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 4.08m x 3.90m. Double room, located to the rear. Fitted wardrobes with built-in desk unit. Ceiling coving. Second floor return Bathroom 2.27m x 2.52m. Suite incorporating a free-standing bath with telephone shower attachment, w.c., w.h.b. and illuminated wall mirror. Spot lighting. Tiled flooring. Bedroom 4 3.37m x 2.83m. Single bedroom, located to the rear. Fitted wardrobes. Desk unit with overhead shelving. Spot lighting. Attic space 3.71m x 3.79m. Large double room with two large Velux windows. Eaves Storage. Spot lighting. Shower Room 1.88m x 1.88m. Suite incorporating a fully tiled shower, w.c., w.h.b. and illuminated wall mirror. Tiled flooring.