Knocknagow, 11 Yellow Walls Road, Malahide, K36YX70

Knocknagow is a truly exceptional detached dormer-style residence of immense style and character, superbly positioned in a mature and highly sought-after location on Yellow Walls Road, just a stone’s throw from the pedestrian gates of Malahide Castle and its magnificent grounds. The property also enjoys the convenience of being within a short stroll of Malahide Village, with its excellent range of restaurants, boutiques, renowned pubs, schools, churches, and DART station. Scenic walks along the estuary and coastline are all close by, offering an enviable lifestyle. Constructed in 2011 to an exceptional standard, Knocknagow was expertly designed by Tyler Owens Architects. Behind its elegant façade lies a beautifully appointed interior, offering gracious formal and family accommodation with light-filled rooms and a host of unique architectural features. The property has been meticulously maintained and presented with impeccable taste, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. Among the many outstanding features are a natural Spanish slate roof, a bespoke country-style kitchen by Alan Brown, tumbled marble honed flooring in the reception hall, kitchen, guest WC and utility room, high-quality Carlson windows, and gas-fired central heating with a recently upgraded boiler, complemented by underfloor heating in the kitchen and utility. The gardens were professionally redesigned in 2019, and the property is further enhanced by electronic security gates. An impressive reception hall makes a striking first impression, featuring a tumbled marble floor, decorative wall panelling, and an overhead gallery-style landing. A bespoke winding staircase leads to the upper floor, while a guest cloakroom and WC are conveniently located off the hall. Steps lead down to the expansive family living area to the rear. The elegant drawing room is positioned to the front and benefits from dual-aspect windows, including a feature bay window, ensuring an abundance of natural light. A refined fireplace and wide plank mahogany flooring complete this sophisticated space. To the rear, a magnificent open-plan family room, dining area, and kitchen span the full width of the property, forming the heart of the home. Tumbled marble flooring with underfloor heating, mood lighting, and large roof lights create a bright and inviting environment. The kitchen, designed by Alan Brown in a classic country style, features an excellent range of fitted units, marble worktops, a central island, a Rangemaster cooker, and premium appliances including a Fisher & Paykel American fridge. A separate utility room provides additional storage and access to the side entrance. The family area is enhanced by attractive wall panelling and a dedicated TV space, while two sets of double doors open onto the beautifully landscaped rear garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. At ground floor level, there are two generously sized ensuite bedrooms, offering excellent flexibility for family living or guests. Upstairs, the striking winding staircase leads to a spacious gallery landing. The principal bedroom suite is located to the rear and features a large picture window overlooking the garden, a private dressing area, and a luxurious ensuite. There are two further bedrooms on this level both with attractive ceiling detail and complemented by a superb family bathroom. Outside, the gardens are a standout feature, having been professionally redesigned in 2019. The front garden is accessed via electronic security gates and is laid out in a gravel courtyard style, providing secure off-street parking. A side entrance leads to the magnificent rear garden, which has been expertly landscaped with extensive patio and terrace areas, colourful flower beds, and a low-maintenance artificial lawn. Combining architectural excellence, luxurious finishes, and a prime location close to Malahide Village, Knocknagow represents a rare opportunity to acquire a home of true distinction. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that it has to offer. Entrance Porch 2.4m x 1.65m. Tumbled marble honed floors Entrance hall 6.30m x 2.00m. Spacious entrance hall with large overhead skylight and gallery, feature wall panelling, Tumbled marble honed floors Living Room 6.80m x 4.60m. Formal living room with polished stone fireplace, coving and ornate central piece, large bay window, wooden flooring Kitchen/Dining/Family Room 11.40m x 5.40m. Kitchen by Alan Browne designs with bespoke floor and wall cabinets, work surfaces, splashback, range master gas hob & oven, extractor fan, american fridge freezer, central kitchen with storage. Large vaulted skylight. Open plan dining space with doors opening onto rear garden Large family area with feauture wall panelling, vaulted skylight. Tumbled marble honed floors with underfloor heating throughout Utility Room 3.90m x 2.70m. Utility room with ample storage, plumbed for washer and dryer. Tumbled marble honed floors with underfloor heating Guest Wc 2.00m x 1.80m. Tiled guest WC comprising WC, WHB, Tumbled marble honed floors Store 1.80m x 1.75m Bedroom 4.60m x 3.50m. Downstairs bedroom with feauture bay window with shutters, wooden flooring, recess spotlights Ensuite 2.30m x 1.00m. Tiled ensuite with large shower, WC, WHB and frosted window, mosiac design tiled flooring Bedroom 4.60m x 3.25m. Downstairs bedroom with large feauture window with shutters, wooden flooring, recess spotlights Ensuite 2.30m x 1.00m. Tiled ensuite with large shower, WC, WHB and frosted window Landing area 5.00m x 1.75m. Elegant helical staircase, attractive arch door to Principal Bedroom, feature roof lights Gallery 2.72m x 1.77m. steps to gallery landing overlooking hallway, feature window to front Principal Bedroom 6.10m x 4.50m. Large principal bedroom with feauture window with shutters overlooking rear garden, carpet flooring, feature light, wardrobe and ensuite Wardrobe 3.26m x 2.75m. Range of built in wardrobes, skylight Ensuite 3.26m x 2.25m. Magnificent upgraded ensuite by Donabate Bathrooms expertly tiled, comprising of large bathtub, his and hers hand wash unit with storage, walk in rainfall shower, WC, skylight Inner hall 3.05m x 1.50. Carpet landing with vaulted skylight, gallery overlooking below entrance Family bathroom 3.26m x 2.25m. Tiled family bathroom with large walk in shower, bath, WC, WHB, skylight Bedroom 4.01m x 3.26m. Built in wardrobes, feature wall panelling, bay window with shutters, wooden flooring Study 4.01m x 3.26m. Built in wardrobes, feature wall panelling, bay window with shutters, wooden flooring