Craglands, Portland Road North, The Burnaby, Greystones, Co Wicklow, A63NA48

Craglands is a truly impressive detached Edwardian home with tremendous potential to be tastefully transformed into a modern home whilst retaining it’s original character, charm, and Period features. Positioned on a large private secluded corner site of 0.24HA / 0.6 acres approx. in the heart of the prestigious Burnaby Estate, within easy reach of the seafront, beaches, Greystones Golf Club, town centre and DART station. Dating back to around 1903 Craglands features in the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. While in need of refurbishment, Craglands retains its wonderful original character, charm, and period features. The interior offers a blend of bright, elegant reception rooms, cosy family areas and spacious bedroom accommodation. Notable features include high ceilings, intricate plasterwork, fireplaces, large multi-pane windows and a wealth of other architectural details that make this home truly special. The property is set within beautifully proportioned gardens, making it an exceptional residence in a highly sought-after location. The spacious accommodation spanning approximately 260.8 sq.m (2,807 sq.ft), briefly includes an entrance hall leading to a family room with access to a sun terrace, bay windowed dual aspect living room, formal dining room which has been reconfigured into a downstairs bedroom (6) with shower room en suite, kitchen breakfast room and utility room. Upstairs, there is a bright landing with feature roof light, main bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, four additional bedrooms and a family bathroom. The delightful sun terrace overlooks the original grass tennis court, making it a superb outdoor entertaining and relaxation space. The charming gardens are surrounded and interspersed with mature trees, shrubbery and hedging, screening the property fully from the road. Uniquely, the property has three vehicular access points: one from Portland Road North at the front and two from Hawkins Lane—one leading to the detached garage and the other a pedestrian gate to the rear of the house. These multiple entry points not only enhance convenience but also lend themselves to flexible living arrangements, such as multigenerational use, a home office with private access, or even potential for further development, subject to the necessary permissions. The property also has the benefit of a lapsed planning permission for the construction of a detached house of 287 sq.m (3,089 sq.ft) on 0.14 hectares (0.3 acres) of its garden (Ref. 07/247 – Wicklow County Council). Craglands is described in the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage as a “Detached multiple-bay two-storey Domestic Revival style house, built c.1900. The building is roughly L-plan with typically asymmetrical elevations, that to the east having a slightly Tudoresque appearance. The façade is largely finished in unpainted roughcast with a large section of the north elevation in brick, and mock timber framing to the north-facing gable. The tiled gable-ended pitched roof has decorative ridge tiles and an overhang with exposed rafter ends and plain bargeboards. There are two tall chimneystacks, one in brick, one rendered. The entrance is to the north elevation and consists of a replacement glazed timber door set within a large segmental-headed porch recess. The windows are of various sizes but all are flat-headed and mainly have timber casement frames, however some of those to the Tudoresque east elevation have granite mullions and transoms. There is a five-sided flat-roofed bay window to this elevation also. Part cast-iron, part uPVC rainwater goods. The house is set at the side of a secluded partly tree-lined suburban street but is surrounded by a relatively large garden enclosed by a hedge. To the north side of thegarden is a timber carriage gateway. Memorable Domestic Revival house with slightly unusual Tudoresque east elevation. A fine, well preserved example of the genre”. The Burnaby Estate - redolent of the 1890’s Edwardian era - offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Just a short stroll to the sea, which is central to life in Greystones, with a new harbour complex boasting a marina and clubs for sailing, kayaking, angling etc. Greystones has an enviable variety of sports amenities to choose from including rugby, soccer, GAA, and of course golf. Shoreline Leisure Centre, winner of Ireland’s Best Leisure Centre 2015, has a swimming pool, gym and various other facilities. The local schools are highly regarded, with excellent primary and secondary schools both within the town and nearby. Greystones is within 30km of Dublin City and is served by the L1, L2, L3, X1 and X2 bus routes. Craglands offers an outstanding opportunity to create a modern spacious home of character in one of Greystones’ most coveted locations. Viewing is highly recommended. Entrance Porch Unique concave entrance porch with a feature brick arch. Entrance Hall 3.12m x 3.88m. The beautiful decorative ceiling cornicing is immediately evident upon entering the hall. Steps lead down through an archway into the bright and sunny family room. Family Room 4.61m x 3.58m. Easterly facing overlooking the lawned garden and sun terrace through a multi-panel patio door and side screens. An Inglenook Archway provides a cozy setting for making the most of this wonderful view and sunshine, especially when the glass door is opened onto the sun terrace. Drawing Room 6.97m x 5.42m. Upon entering the eye is immediately drawn to the gracious proportions and the magnificent dual aspect multi-panelled bay windows which allow natural light to flood the room The feature fireplace has a carved timber mantle with marble inset and hearth. This is the perfect room for elegant entertaining or relaxing in comfort. Dining Room / Bedroom 6 4.58m x 5.55m. Fine dining will not be an issue in this graciously proportioned room which benefits from dual aspect windows overlooking the gardens En suite wet room shower with wc and wash ahnd basin. Kitchen/Breakfast Room 3.88m x 6.34m. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room has a comprehensive range of fitted oak floor and eye level units with generous work surface space. Other features include double stainless steel sinks and drainer and provisions for a cooker and dishwasher. The kitchen table can be conveniently nestled under a feature arch ensuring space and comfort whilst dining. The kitchen also has direct access to the service lobby through to the dining room, a larder/utility room and side door. Utility/Larder Room 2.92m x 3.05m. This convenient room located off the kitchen incorporates the central heating boiler and provision for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also an external door leading out to the walled side yard. Cloakroom 2.34m x 1.49m. Incorporates a WHB and separate WC along with space to hang coats. Landing A spacious landing which benefits from a large roof light and storage closet. Master Bedroom 4.60m x 5.53m. Situated to the rear of the property the master bedroom has dual aspect windows and boasts views of the sea. This well proportioned room has ample built-in wardrobe space and access: Ensuite 2.14m x 3.33m. Twin WHBs, WC, bath and a door leading out to the landing. Bedroom 2 2.22m x 3.61m. Overlooking the garden this cozy single bedroom has an exposed natural timber floor, cast iron fireplace and WHB. Bedroom 3 5.53m x 4.68m. Situated to the front of the property but with dual aspect windows which boast views of the sea, this is a very generously proportioned bright room which has an exposed natural timber floor, WHB and closet. Bedroom 4 4.41m x 2.73m. A double room located to the front with dual aspect windows, a decorative cast iron fireplace, WHB and walk in storage closet. Bedroom 5 3.41m x 4.26m. Large single room with a fitted cupboard. Bathroom 2.91m x 3.25m. The family bathroom comprises WC, WHB, bath with overhead shower, linen press and hot press. Garden The property stands on c. 0.24 HA/0.6 acres of elegant gardens within a sylvan setting. Mature trees, shrubbery and hedging screen the property from the road making the gardens totally secluded and private. The beautiful sun terrace, situated to the east of the house and perfect for outdoor entertaining and living, overlooks a terraced lawn in lovely peaceful setting.