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1 For Sale by Private Treaty Asking Price e1,795,000 5 BEDROOM DOUBLE FRONTED VICTORIAN HOME 12 Bushy Park Road, Rathgar, Dublin 6 sherryfitz.ie

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Undoubtedly one of Dublin s finest landmark home, Erskine Childers Senior took up residence here in 1920, at the outbreak of the civil war and indeed operated a post office from there!

3 sherryfitz.ie Built in 1897, Number 12 Bushy Park Road is a superb example of late Victorian architecture. Located on the tree-lined Bushy Park Road opposite Zion Church in the heart of genteel Rathgar. Undoubtedly one of Dublin s finest landmark home, Erskine Childers Senior took up residence here in 1920, at the outbreak of the civil war and indeed operated a post office from there! Extending to approx. 3210sq.ft this double fronted, bay windowed residence has undergone extensive and sympathetic refurbishment over recent years where great care, thought and imagination have been put into the internal restructuring and design of this fine home without compromising the fine period detail synonymous with the Victorian era such as marble mantelpieces, detailed joinery, fine cornicing and original stained glass that this family home is graced with. The result is the creation of a truly inviting and unique family residence of classical appeal, where the convenience and style of contemporary living blend harmoniously with the period charm and character of old. As soon as one steps into the elegant hallway, one cannot help but be impressed - warm rich tones and stunning period detail set the scene for what is to come. Two generously proportioned reception rooms flank either side of the hall which are perfect for entertaining. The family room/library is a gracious bay windowed reception room and the drawing room which is equally as impressive links through to the music room. At the heart of this home is a stunning open plan kitchen and dining room, perfect for entertaining. Also on the ground floor are a shower room, pantry and utility room, and garage which in a former life was used as an artist s studio. Upstairs, there are five double bedrooms, the dual aspect master bedroom is en-suite and opens out onto a decked sun terrace with views across The High School rugby pitches that back on to No 12, towards the Dublin Mountains with a family bathroom completing the picture. The property enjoys an almost unparalleled sense of convenience being between the villages of Rathgar and Terenure and close to all possible amenities of the Dublin 6 area, including some of Dublin s finest senior schools, The High School, Stratford College and St. Mary s College as well as junior schools at St. Joseph s in Terenure and Rathgar Junior. Trinity College and University College Dublin and Dublin s principal places of business are also within an easy commute. Special Features Stunning double fronted late Victorian home Restored, refurbished and extended to exacting standards Off street parking for 4/5 cars Exceptional 130ft South facing rear garden G.F.C.H. Alarm TV and telephone points Bang & Olufsen sound system throughout the home and rear garden

5 sherryfitz.ie Accommodation Floor Area 298.2sq mtrs approx. (3210sq ft) approx. Entrance Porch: Attractive enclosed entrance porch with tiled flooring and double doors to: Entrance Hall: Elegant hall with carpet floor, detailed cornice work, centre rose and dado rail. Drawing Room: Gracious room with box bay window, handsome open marble fireplace, detailed cornice work, centre rose, picture rail, Bang & Olufsen sound system and radiator cover, through to: Music Room: A wonderfully warm room with carpet floor, picture rail, detailed cornice work and French doors to rear garden. Family Room/Library: Elegant bay windowed reception room with carpet floor, detailed cornice work, centre rose, picture rail, fitted book shelves and original marble fireplace. Garden The gardens are a real feature with exceptional privacy and maturity. Set back from the road, No 12 has a front garden in lawn with some coiffed bay trees alongside the gravel drive and parking area, with room for several cars and has access to the garage and the glorious 130 ft. south facing rear garden which enjoys an open aspect overlooking the playing fields of The High School, with views of the Dublin mountains. The garden is mainly in lawn with a patio area and a wonderful array of mature flowering shrubs and trees, providing year round interest. To the rear is a well concealed a Seómra (10 x 12 ft.) at the end of the garden kitted out with a bar and an ever enjoyable hot tub. BER: E1 BER No: Energy Performance Indicator: kWh/m2/yr Kitchen/Dining Room: The heart of this home where many a party has been thrown over the years. The fantastic kitchen is a mix of gloss cream floor and eye level units with warm granite worktops, stainless steel sink unit, Falcon AGA with 6 ring gas hob, stainless steel splashback, plumbed for dishwasher and free standing American fridge freezer, the rear of this space is given over to the dining area which overlooks and opens onto a patio and garden, the entire room has solid oak wood flooring, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, 3 Velux windows and door to utility and pantry. Shower Room: Partially tiled with wc, whb storage cupboard and shower with Mira Elite ST shower. Utility Room: Tiled floor, timber floor and eye level units, stainless steel sink unit with drainer, tiled splashback, plumbed for washing machine and door to garage. First Floor Master Bedroom: Fabulous dual aspect suite with carpet floor, ceiling coving, picture rail, built in wardrobes, Bang & Olufsen sound system and door to the decked sun terrace with views across The High School and the Dublin Mountains. En-Suite: Fully tiled with wc, whb storage unit, Bang & Olufsen sound system and ceramic bath with telephone shower attachment. Bedroom 2: Large bright double bedroom with carpet flooring, carpet flooring, fitted wardrobes, ceiling coving and twin windows. Bedroom 3: Generous double bedroom with carpet flooring, twin sash windows, ceiling coving, fitted wardrobes and fine feature fireplace with tiled inset. Bathroom: Luxurious family bathroom with travertine tiled floor, wc, his & hers whb, heated towel rail, Aqata shower enclosure and deep bath with telephone shower attachment. First Floor Return Bedroom 4: Double bedroom with original wood flooring, fitted wardrobes and twin sash windows. Bedroom 5: Double bedroom with original wood flooring, whb, fitted wardrobes and twin sash windows.

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8 The paper used in the production of this brochure comes from fully maintained and managed forests, the manufacture process complies with the worlds highest environmental standard ISO Ordnance Survey Ireland Licence No AU Ordance Survey Ireland and Government of Ireland Sales Lettings Mortgages Mortgage Advice For Professional Advice talk to Ian Kennedy on or Negotiator Geralyn Byrne Sherry FitzGerald 99 Terenure Road East Terenure Dublin 6 T: F: E: terenure@sherryfitz.ie Viewing Viewing by appointment. sherryfitz.ie Conditions to be noted: A full copy of our general brochure conditions can be viewed on our website at or can be requested from your local Sherry FitzGerald office. We strongly recommend that you familiarise yourself with these general conditions. PSRA Registration No

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