Fernsea, Ferndale Road, Rathmichael, Dublin 18., D18YX30

Sherry FitzGerald are delighted to present Fernsea, a beautifully appointed detached bungalow set on a mature, fully landscaped site extending to approximately 0.30 of an acre, tucked away at the end of a quiet, tree-lined lane. Surrounded by birdsong and sunshine, Fernsea enjoys an enviable south-west aspect, with wonderfully mature gardens and grounds. Built in the early 1980's, the property has been carefully upgraded and extended by its current owners, resulting in a bright and spacious home that combines charm with modern comfort. With generous reception areas and four well-proportioned bedrooms, Fernsea is perfectly suited as an ideal family home or an attractive option for those seeking to downsize on one level without compromising on space. The location is exceptional, offering both privacy and convenience. Positioned just off Ferndale Road, the property is only a seven-minute drive from Shankill Village, where a wide range of amenities can be found, including shops, cafés, restaurants, and the DART. Excellent transport links via the N11 and M50 ensure that Dublin city centre is reachable within 25 minutes, while Dublin Airport is approximately a 40-minute drive. The area is well served by highly regarded schools, with St. Gerard’s Junior and Senior School just five minutes away and John Scottus Junior School within a ten-minute walk. Recreational opportunities are abundant, with Old Conna Golf Club within strolling distance and numerous GAA, football, sailing, and tennis clubs all easily accessible. Extending to approximately 186 sq.m, the bright and well-laid-out accommodation begins with a wide entrance hall, featuring double doors that open into an impressive kitchen, family, and dining space. To the right, the large drawing room boasts attractive vaulted ceilings, an open fireplace, and expansive picture windows that flood the room with natural light. The extended kitchen and family area to the rear is a standout feature of the home, enjoying a sunny south-west orientation with direct access to the garden and patio areas. The bespoke Dalkey Design House kitchen is fully fitted and complemented by a cosy step-down living area with a solid fuel stove. Additional accommodation includes a spacious utility room, and a lobby leading to a large guest bedroom with direct garden access. Off the entrance hall lies the bedroom corridor, which leads to an impressive principal bedroom complete with extensive built-in wardrobes, a bright garden outlook, and a fully remodelled en-suite bathroom. Two further double bedrooms are also located here, along with a stylish, recently upgraded family shower room. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, privacy, and quality of this superb secluded home. Reception Hall Bright, wide reception hall with double glass panelled doors leading to the main kitchen family area to the rear of the property. Door to main bedroom hallway and door to Drawing room. Door to cloakroom. Drawing room Lovely bright and spacious reception room with vaulted ceiling and exposed timber beams. Floor to ceiling windows overlooking the wonderfully mature well stocked front gardens. Attractive raised brick fireplace with coal effect gas fire, fuel storage and timber mantle. Spotlighting. Kitchen / Family / Dining room Double glass panelled doors lead to the superb extended kitchen, family dining area. Hardwood timber floors and extensive floor to ceiling glazing with two sets of double doors out to the patio and gardens Vaulted ceiling with four Velux windows. Open plan arch to dining area and step down to family room. The family room also has a vaulted ceiling exposed timber beams, a Velux window, solid fuel stove with tiled hearth and door back to the reception hall. The spacious dining area just off the kitchen offers plenty of natural light and also overlooks the garden. The bespoke kitchen by Dalkey kitchen design incorporates a built-in fridge, freezer, and Miele induction five ring hob with chrome kitchen extractor over. Stainless steel sink, sill stone worktops and splash backs, a Miela double oven and warning drawer and built-in dishwasher. Partly tiled floor and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the patio and gardens. Utility Room Range of built-in wall and floor units Plumbed for washing machine and space for dryer. Fully tiled floor and door to rear garden. Door to boiler house. Lobby with plenty of storage and door to the front garden. Guest suite Bright spacious double bedroom with double doors to the rear garden. Door to shower room ensuite with step in fully tiled shower with Myra Elite electric shower. WC and modern wash hand basin set in vanity unit with wall mounted mirror and light. Fully tiled walls and floors. Inner hall With double doors to hot press. Principal Bedroom Spacious bright double room with floor to ceiling window overlooking the mature lawns and garden. Extensive built-in wardrobes and dressing table incorporating shelving and wall mounted lights. Bathroom Ensuite Fully re modelled ensuite bathroom with fully tiled walls and floor. Bath with shower over and glass shower screen. Modern Villeroy and Boch fittings. Wash hand basin with mirrored bathroom cabinets over with light. Modern wall mounted WC. Additional glass bathroom cabinet and chrome heated towel rail. Inset lights and underfloor heating.. Underfloor heating. Bedroom Three Good sized bedroom with space for a double bed surrounded by built-in wardrobes. Pleasant garden aspect and views to the hills. Bedroom Four Another double room with built-in sliderobes, partly mirrored. Floor to ceiling windows to the front. Family shower room Fully tiled walls and floor. Pedestal wash hand basin and modern wall mounted WC. Two wall mounted mirrors and inset lights Corner shower unit, fully tiled with semi circular glass screen. Chrome heated towel rail. Outside Fernsea is approached via a quiet lane leading to a winding cobble lock driveway with beautifully mature well planted borders full of mature shrubs, plants and specimen trees. Ample off street parking. The property stands on approximately a third of an acre of very mature grounds. A gentle sleeper path leads to the main garden area which all faces south and west. The garden has been meticulously kept by the current owners and you can see the quality of the planting throughout the garden including mature lilies, Palms, Magnolia, climbing Roses, Silver birch trees, Willows, Hazelnut trees, Camellia and Honeysuckle. An Indian sandstone patio is positioned off the feature extended Kitchen . family, dining room enjoying day long sunshine. This is a wonderful area for relaxation or outdoor entertaining. . The property offers dual side access plenty of parking and feature lighting.