Worralls End, 72 Thormanby Road, Howth, Co Dublin, D13KC60

Constructed in 1998, Worralls End is a truly exceptional and distinguished four-storey residence designed by Pritzker prize laureates Grafton Architects. It is a landmark building in modern Irish architecture of outstanding style and character, ideally positioned on an elevated site on Thormanby Road—just a short stroll from Howth Village, the harbour, seafront, and all local amenities including shops schools and public transport. From its commanding location, Worralls End offers breathtaking panoramic views across Howth Harbour to Ireland’s Eye, Lambay Island, and the dramatic eastern coastline. Designed with architectural flair, the accommodation is spread across three levels, culminating in a stunning rooftop wooden deck that provides a bird’s-eye view over the harbour and open sea. Ground Level Entry at street level reveals a charming cobbled driveway and a striking part-cut stone façade. This level includes a sleek black slated tiled entrance, a gated wine store, fitted bookcase, a utility room, two spacious bedrooms, and a modern bathroom. There is also a large garage with access off the hallway and double hardwood doors to driveway, offering excellent potential for conversion (subject to planning permission). First Floor An external staircase leads to the main reception hall, finished in Portuguese limestone and featuring a handcrafted four-storey staircase. The formal living room impresses with a large corner window (extending over two floors with heat reflective K) offering stunning sea views, an elegant Kota blue limestone fireplace, and access to a mezzanine level via a glass-sided staircase. The living room features solid oak parquet flooring which adds greatly to the character of this impressive room. To the rear, the spacious family room includes a bespoke Kilkenny black limestone fireplace with a solid fuel Stanley stove, solid walnut floor and bi-folding doors opening to the garden. The designer kitchen/dining area is beautifully fitted with high-gloss cabinetry, quality appliances, granite work surfaces and a sliding patio door to the rear. There is also herringbone parquet flooring. A corner window offers additional coastal views, and the guest WC is conveniently located off the hallway. Second Floor The winding staircase ascends to the second floor, where you'll find three additional bedrooms—all with ensuite bathrooms/showers. The principal suite features a walk-in wardrobe and a striking corner window framing uninterrupted sea views. A glass-surrounded mezzanine provides a versatile space, ideal for a home office, library, or lounge. Top Floor The top level boasts a stunning glass landing that opens onto the showpiece rooftop deck. Here, you can take in uninterrupted vistas of Howth Harbour, Ireland’s Eye, Lambay Island, and the entire eastern coastline—a truly unique experience. Exterior The front of the property includes a cobble-lock driveway, while two gated side entrances lead to a beautifully landscaped, private rear garden designed by Landscape Restoration. Featuring sun-drenched Kota blue limestone tiled patio, mature planting and colourful shrubbery, the garden is a serene retreat. Rear vehicle access is also available via Thormanby Lawns. To truly appreciate everything this unique and magnificent detached home has to offer, viewing is essential. Street Level Hall 2.3m x 3.85m. Black slate tiled floor, recess lighting, alarm control panel, gated wine cellar, built in bookcase. Utility Room 3.9m x 1.85m. Tiled floor, wall + floor cabinets, counter top, plumbed for washing machine and tumble dryer. Garage 5.1m x 4.5. Concrete floor, steel frame door, lights + sockets and sink. Bedroom 4 3.35m x 3.75m. Fitted wardrobes, carpet, wall lights. Bedroom 5 3.75m x 3.4m. Fitted wardrobes, carpet, wall lights. Shower 2.05m x 2m. WHB with cabinet, WC, walk in shower, fully tiled, extractor fan. First Floor Porch 2.1m x 1m Reception Hall 2.1m x 6.4m. Feature Portugese tiled floor, recess lighting, alarm control panel, door to rear garden. Feature handcrafted staircase to all floors WC 1m x 1m. WHB, WC, tiled flooring. Living Room 5.35m x 6.4m. Solid Oak Parquet flooring, large open fire, double height corner window with wonderful views , TV point, wall lights, bespoke creme limestone fireplacefeature stairs with glass balustrade to mezzanine on second floor. Kitchen/Dining Room 3.85m x 9.05m. Magnificent Fitted kitchen with excellent high gloss press units , granite worktops, large central island, raised breakfast bar, range cooker, extractor fan, integrated dishwasher, herringbone parquet floor, recessed lighting, sliding door to private rear garden. Family Room 3.95m x 3.45m. Feature bespoke Kilkenny black limestone fireplace with Stanley fire Stove, Walnut timber flooring, TV point, bi-fold doors to private rear garden. Second Floor Landing 1.45m x 3.5. Timber foor, recess lighting. Mezzanine 2.7m x 6.1m. Wondeful room with feature glass surround , flooring, TV point, Spectacular sea views over double height windows (in Livingroom). built in bookshelves Bedroom 1 3.9m x 4.1m. Carpet, TV point, wall lights. Walk in wardrobe 2m x 1.9m. Carpet, recess lights, fitted rails and shelving. Bathroom (ensuite) 2.4m x 2.45m. Bath, double WHB with cabinets, WC, heated towel rail, fullly tiled. Bedroom 2 3.95m x 3.2m. Tongue & Groove timber flooring. Ensuite 1.65m x 1.9m. WHB with cabinets, WC, corner shower, heated towel rail, fully tiled, recess lighting. Bedroom 3 5.25m x 3.15m. Tongue & Groove timber flooring. Shower Room 1.8m x 2.65m. WHB, WC, shower, fully tiled, heated towel rail. Third Floor Landing 3.3m x 3.2m. Timber flooring, recess lighting, roof lighting, door to roof garden. Roof Garden 6.25m x 9m. Wrap around roof garden with timber decking, glass screen, outdoor lighting. Storage 2.7m x 4.2m. Timber flooring with lights and sockets. Outside Front Garden Walled, paved off street parking, landscaped, flower beds, gated side entrance on both sides. Rear Garden West facing, walled, paved patio, mature landscaping, flowerbeds.