79 Leinster Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06NY52, Ireland

Number 79 is an imposing two-storey over garden level Victorian home (c.1853) superbly positioned on the stretch of Leinster Road where the houses are well set back, enjoy large gardens in the main and overlook low-lying villa-style properties on the other side of the road, thereby affording views of the Dublin mountains on a clear day. In need of modernisation, this handsome period home comprises a total floor area of 317 sqm / 3,412 sqft approx., offering a versatile layout with a great balance of living and bedroom space. In the ownership of the same family for over 100 years, the current residents have lived there for almost half that time and raised their family there. Lovingly maintained and enjoyed during this time, it is now in need of modernisation and possible reconfiguration. Providing all the elements of spacious and elegant living space combined with very generous bedroom accommodation and complemented by striking original features, Number 79 offers a wonderful opportunity to create a stunning family home.
Approached via wrought iron gates, the large front garden (60' x 38' approx.) with excellent parking and the most impressive flight of granite steps, not to mention the mellow-aged brick façade with six tall sash windows combine to set off the handsome aesthetics of this Victorian home (c.1853), which at first glance appears more Georgian in style.
At hall level, the property briefly comprises a wonderfully grand entrance hallway, two impressive interconnecting reception rooms with many beautiful original features to include ornate cornicing, architraving, fireplaces and timber floors. The front reception room is home to a superb modern kitchen and is flooded with light through two large sash windows. In addition, there is a guest wc, large cloakroom, study/home office and a small lobby with utility area leading to steps down to rear garden. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms and a family bathroom with separate wc. The garden level is accessed both from the hall return and directly from the garden. This has been subdivided in part into a separate living space but can still be directly accessed from upstairs. This large versatile space could be used in a variety of ways - reincorporated into the main house or as a standalone unit.
The secluded rear garden (68' x 41' approx.) offers a real sense of peace and tranquillity and is laid out mainly in lawn bordered by mature trees and plants. A walled courtyard with large cut-stone and brick-built shed and side entrance to the front garden is full of character.
The location is superbly convenient for all the wonderful amenities from educational, recreational and retail to hand in Rathmines. Rathmines town centre is a few minutes' stroll away and offers all social and essential amenities to include a vast choice of shops, eateries and coffee houses. Swan Leisure, Omniplex Cinema and the Stella Cinema take care of your leisure and entertainment needs. Whilst a host of excellent primary and secondary schools are in the area. Harold's Cross, Rathgar, Terenure and Ranelagh are also all within a walking distance.
All in all, this presents a wonderful opportunity to create a unique home of style and distinction on one of Dublin 6's most favoured roads, which has community at its heart.