38 Merton Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06 HR62, Ireland

Enjoying a superb location on this lesser travelled leafy road in the heart of Dublin 6, Number 38 Merton Road is a very handsome 4-bedroom family home. In the same ownership since 1987, it has been much loved and enjoyed and has been a very happy family home down through the years. It now comes to the market in search of a new family and offers a wonderful balance of accommodation enhanced by a wealth of its original features, ready for somebody to put their own stamp on.
A gravelled driveway, with much sought-after private parking, leads to an arched glass panelled hall door. The entrance lobby, which excludes the outside elements from drifting into the house, leads through to the entrance hall, which is bright and airy - a sense that prevails throughout the house. The interconnecting reception rooms are both elegant in proportions and presentation with matching tall original wood surround fireplaces, a bay window to the front and door leading out to the rear garden. To the rear of the house, the large kitchen / breakfast / living room, complete with gas stove, is a great family space and connects to both the rear garden and the secure covered side passage - providing great shelter and practical storage for bikes etc.
Originally a 5-bedroom home, there are now four bedrooms upstairs, the main with a large ensuite, along with a family bathroom. The light-filled attic with large dormer window was converted in 1989 and provides for an additional 42sqm / 452 sqft (approx.) of space, currently in use as a study/den.
To the rear of the house there is a fantastic L.33 metre garden. Laid mainly in lawn, it is bordered by beds stocked with a colourful array of shrubs, plants and trees. This is a real haven of privacy and seclusion and is an ideal place for children to play, al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining. It also offers excellent scope for the main footprint of the house to be extended should your needs require (subject to relevant planning permission).
The location and convenience of this home cannot be overstated: a quiet road with a true neighbourhood feel and superbly positioned just a short stroll from Cowper Luas. It is located approximately 3km from both St. Stephen's Green and Dundrum Town Centre. Both Ranelagh and Rathmines are nearby with local shopping at Dunville Avenue and Upper Rathmines Road within a short walk. Ranelagh and Rathmines offer superb shopping and a choice of popular restaurants and bars, boutique shopping and specialist delicatessens. Some excellent sports facilities close by include Milltown Golf Club, Brookfield Tennis Club, Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club, David Lloyd Riverview and Leinster Cricket Club. For families, some of Dublin's best schools are within a short walking distance including junior schools such as Scoil Bhríde, Lios na nÓg, Sandford National, Kildare Place and Rathgar Junior school. Senior schools also within walking distance include Alexandra College, Gonzaga College, Sandford Park, Muckross Park and St Mary's College to name a few. Local amenities include Palmerston Park, Belgrave Square, and the Dodder Walk.
Discerning buyers looking for a great quality family home in a sought-after, quiet, yet convenient neighbourhood need look no further!