Carthona, 33 Park Avenue, Sandymount, Dublin 4, D04HW63

Introducing Carthona, 33 Park Avenue, Sandymount, Dublin 4. Brought to the market jointly by Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty and Eoin O’Neill Property Advisers. A stunning family home, beautifully presented and flooded with natural light, with circa 375 sq.m of accommodation and a wonderful southwest facing garden extending to approximately 44 meters, located on one of Dublin's most desirable roads. With its charming brick front and large gravelled driveway, “Carthona” has immediate appeal. Since purchasing in 2012, the owners have made significant changes and improvements to the house, including a very impressive and expertly planned kitchen/dining family room of 78 square meters to the rear, which also includes a tucked-away utility area. This space connects seamlessly with the wonderful garden and the side courtyard. Other upgrades included a new roof, double-glazed windows, Gas heating supplemented by an air-to-water heat pump for the underfloor heating in the extension. Granite steps lead to the double entry doors opening into an outer entrance hallway with a feature window and panelling. Through glazed double doors is an inner hallway with feature staircase and spacious under-stairs cloak storage. To the front, a magnificent reception room features a bay window overlooking the front garden and a period fireplace, with original cornice-work and ceiling rose. Opposite this, a comfortable family room features a second bay window overlooking the side courtyard and a cast-iron fireplace, with a doorway and steps leading into the spectacular open-plan kitchen/living/dining room. A comfortable living area sits snugly in an alcove overlooking the side courtyard, whilst also being an integral part of the kitchen with its contemporary fixtures and fittings, characterful hand-painted mosaic tiles and ample storage throughout. A centre island is the true hub of this room, with seating and storage, while beyond this a dining table enjoys direct access to the garden with bi-fold doors and a window seat. Flooded with natural light throughout the day and providing bright and spacious family accommodation, this room was superbly designed to maximise natural light and heat throughout the year. Also as part of this room is a study area, while a clever dividing wall hides the utility and pantry area while still including it in the flow of the room. Off this is a guest w.c. Upstairs, six large double bedrooms are spread across two floors. The main bedroom spans the width of the house with two sliding sash windows overlooking the front and a feature fireplace. Cleverly hidden through the built in storage is a Jack-and-Jill en-suite bathroom with free-standing roll-top bath, separate shower and plenty of natural light. Behind this, another spacious bedroom enjoys a fireplace and plenty more built-in storage. On the return is a guest bedroom with beautiful views over the garden and an en-suite off, while on the second floor return a further single bedroom, perfect for use as an office with exceptional natural light and mountain views, and shower room are located. At the top of the house, two further double bedrooms and a shower room complete the accommodation. The rear garden is a particular feature of this property, offering an oasis of tranquillity in the heart of Dublin 4 and enjoying sunshine throughout the day with a highly sought-after south-westerly aspect. Complete privacy can be found amongst the mature shrubs and hedging, with a sun-trap patio and level lawn offering plenty of space for families or gardening enthusiasts. Park Avenue is arguably one of Dublin’s most desirable addresses, being in the heart of Dublin 4 and enjoying close proximity to Sandymount Village and the seafront at Sandymount Strand. A host of sporting clubs and amenities are in the immediate area including Pembroke Cricket Club, Railway Union Sports Club and Lansdowne Football Club. The Dart stations at Sydney Parade and Sandymount are both within easy reach, while Sandymount Village is only a short stroll away with a selection of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Dublin City Centre is less than 5km away, while Dublin Port Tunnel provides access to the road networks across Ireland. Viewing is highly advised through Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty and Eoin O’Neill Property Advisers. Hallway 3.25m x 1.85m. with tiled floor and panelled walls, double doors from the hall to the inner hallway with black and white tiled floor, stairs to first floor, cloaks hanging area Sitting Room 4.5m x 6.45m. with bay window, ceiling coving, window shutters, oak floor, built-in shelving either side of a fireplace with marble mantelpiece and slate hearth. Family Room 5.15m x 5.35m. with built-in shelving and storage cupboards, cast iron fireplace, slate hearth, ceiling coving, bay window to side, wooden shutters and door through to Kitchen Breakfast Room 9.9m x 4.45m. with door to side, bay window, ceramic tile floor, built in cupboards and presses, marble work surface, five ring gas hob, built in Miele dishwasher, Miele oven, Built-in MENA oven and microwave, storage larder, concertina doors, rear study area with built-in desk Utility Room/Pantry 9.9m x 1.9m. with Belfast sink unit, floor presses, storage cupboards, shelving, a Hoover dryer and a Bosch washing machine and a Hotpoint fridge freezer. Downstairs WC 2.15m x 1m. with WC and pedestal wash hand basin First Floor Return Bedroom 3 5.4m x 4.2m. Dual aspect with windows to the back and the side, built in wardrobes, and a door through to Shower Room 2m x 2.15m. with tiled floors, tiled shower, WC, wash hand basin and window to the side. First Floor Main Main Bedroom / Bedroom 1 4.5m x 6.45m. double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, two sliding sash windows overlooking the front garden, fireplace with tiled hearth and inset, and a door through to En-suite Bathroom 4.65m x 3m. Jack and Jill ensuite bathroom, tiled floors, freestanding bath, sliding sash windows to the front and the side, WC, wash hand basin with storage unit underneath and step-in tiled shower Bedroom 2 5.1m x 5.3m. a generous double bedroom with sliding sash windows at the side, fireplace with tiled hearth and inset, built in wardrobes and timber floors. Second Floor Return Shower Room 1.7m x 2.75m. with tiled floor, part-tiled walls, step-in shower, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. Bedroom 4 4.2m x 4.2m. Double bedroom, with timber floors, sliding sash window, two Velux windows, built-in shelving and a pleasant outlook over the rear garden. Second Floor Bedroom 6 4.5m x 6.45m. to the front, there is a double bedroom with timber floors, built-in wardrobes, sliding sash windows to the side, Velux roof light. Shower Room 1.9m x 2.35m. with wood-effect tile flooring, step-in shower, WC wash hand basin and heated towel rail Bedroom 5 5m x 5.4m. timber floors, built-in wardrobe, sliding slash dormer windows to the side and a Velux window to the rear. Outside limestone sun-trap patio, well planted borders, limestone steps down to level lawned area with further planting. The back garden is south-west facing and extends to approx. 44m in length.