Manaton, 124 Stillorgan Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, D04Y0F8

Manaton offers a rare opportunity to acquire a particularly attractive double-fronted semi-detached residence extending to approximately 296 sq.m / 3,186 sq.ft, superbly positioned along the Stillorgan Road, close to the junction of Nutley Lane and the N11. This is a highly convenient and sought-after residential location, adjacent to UCD Belfield and within easy reach of Donnybrook village, Ballsbridge and the city centre. The area is particularly well served by an excellent selection of primary and secondary schools, as well as many of Dublin’s principal business and commercial hubs. The property also benefits from superb transport links, with the N11/QBC offering direct access to the city centre and surrounding areas. Behind its appealing and timeless façade, with distinctive bay window and entrance porch, the property exudes character and charm. While now presenting an opportunity for sympathetic modernisation, Manaton offers the incoming purchaser the chance to create a home of exceptional quality and to place their own stamp on a residence that has been so well cared for and enjoyed by the same family over many years. Internally, the property offers bright, generously proportioned and versatile accommodation, ideal for both family living and entertaining. It is further enhanced by a private, southeast-facing Italian-style walled rear garden, providing exceptional privacy and a wonderful sense of space. The property is approached via granite pillars and black wrought iron gates. Upon entering, one is immediately struck by the elegant reception hall, a light-filled and tranquil central space. Double doors lead to a gracious drawing room with bay window, opening through an archway to the sitting room, which enjoys direct access to the rear garden. To the left lies a playroom, while straight ahead, the formal dining room comfortably accommodates large gatherings and connects to both the kitchen and garden. The kitchen, complete with a traditional Aga, leads to a side passage, utility and storage room. To the rear, a family room with a Jotul gas stove features large sliding patio doors opening onto the garden. A guest WC completes the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs, there are five generous bedrooms, including four doubles and a single bedroom. The principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite bathroom, with a family bathroom and hot press completing this level. There is also access to the attic. Outside, the landscaped rear garden is a standout feature, thoughtfully designed in an Italian style and enjoying a desirable southeast orientation. It includes an attractive ornamental pond, sheltered seating area and a range of neat outbuildings, creating a private and peaceful retreat. Dating from the 1930s and having been in the same family ownership for many years, Manaton now offers a wonderful opportunity for the next owners to create a home of distinction and to enjoy it. Location Manaton, 124 Stillorgan Road enjoys a superbly convenient setting, within easy walking distance of a wide array of amenities in nearby Ballsbridge and Donnybrook, both renowned for their excellent cafés, restaurants and local services. The area is exceptionally well served by public transport, with frequent bus routes along the Stillorgan and Merrion Roads and the DART at Sydney Parade close at hand. A number of Dublin’s most sought-after schools are within easy reach, including St. Michael’s College, The Teresian School, Muckross Park College, St. Andrew’s College, Blackrock College, Mount Anville and Gonzaga College, as well as the Gaelcholáistí Eoin and Íosagáin. Recreational facilities are plentiful, with Elm Park Golf & Sports Club, a variety of gyms, and numerous rugby, cricket and tennis clubs nearby, in addition to Herbert Park, the Aviva Stadium and the RDS. University College Dublin (UCD) Belfield campus, St. Vincent’s University Hospital and Merrion Shopping Centre are all within comfortable walking distance. The property also benefits from close proximity to Dublin’s principal business districts, including St. Stephens Green, Dublin’s Central Business District, the South Docks IT hub, while Dublin International Airport is easily accessible via the Port Tunnel. Porch Door to porch, tiled floor, outside light. Reception Hall Bright entrance hall, carpet, cornice. radiator cover Drawing room Feature bay window, cornice, arch way to sitting room, feature marble fireplace with gas fire, with detailed inlay. Door to garden. Formal Dining room Which can comfortably sit twelve, built in sideboard with cupboard and drawers, cornice, door to kitchen and to garden. Playroom Timber floor, wall panelling, built in shelving WC Shanks suite including whb and wc, under stair storage, alarm panel. Kitchen Built in tall seating area counter top, functional extension of the ktichen workspace, open shelving, tiled floor, traditional Aga, plumbed for washing machine, stainless steel sink with built in shelving overhead, storage, door to outside side passage. Corridor leads to storage cupboard with built in shelving with Gas meter. Utility With tiled floor and built in shelving. Family room Built in Yotul stove with traditional brick chimney, built in seating, tiled floor, electric heating, feature picture sliding patio doors to Italian style garden. Stairs leads to landing with access to attic. Hotpress Main Bedroom Bedroom 1, Main bedroom: Built in wardrobes, with built in dressing table and storage. En-suite: Pink Armitage bathroom suite, bath wc and bidet, built in vanity unit with wash hand basin large mirror, and storage, cornice. Bedroom 2 Double bedroom, with bay window, Armitage Shanks sink with built in storage and mirror, cornice. Bedroom 3 Double bedroom, with gas fireplace with a white surround and mantel, vanity unit with built in storage, cornice. Bedroom 4 Single bedroom with Twyfords free standing wash hand basin, cornice. Bedroom 5 Corner twin bedroom, with built in Armitage vanity unit with storage, built in wardrobes, cornice.