5 Brabazon Cottages, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 P046, Ireland

Enjoying a convenient setting adjacent to the People's Park and the Dargle River, Brabazon Cottages is fabulous terrace of five dormer cottages showcasing an attractive uncoursed rubble and redbrick façade. Dating from c. 1882, No. 5 is a two-bedroom property occupying an end of terrace position and further enhanced with a single level extension to the rear. Stylishly presented and upgraded to a high standard by the current owner within the last two years, there is a wonderful blend of contemporary design accompanied with many original features.

Dating back to 1882, Buildings of Ireland Inventory describes Brabazon Cottages as a group of five, two-bay one and a half story homes. The façade of the terrace is striking, finished in uncoursed rubble with extensive ornate brickwork with slated hooded porches. This listed terrace dates back to the Meath Estate that has made a lasting presence in Bray that at one point held 14,000 acres in Wicklow including Kilruddery House.   

Internally, the layout is scheduled over two levels measuring 73 sq. m approx. Beyond the handsome façade, the entrance hall comprises newly laid carpeted flooring and ceiling coving. Immediately to the left is the cosy living room which similarly includes carpeted flooring and a feature fireplace with a tiled surround serves as the main focal point. At the midpoint of the ground floor a staircase leads up to the first floor and beyond there is a large sitting dining room spanning the width of the property. Here, carpeted flooring is present along with ceiling coving, and ornate windows either side of an open fireplace. Further on, the rear extension with direct access to the garden incorporates the kitchen which was completely remodelled in 2024 to include a modern range of cabinetry, lino flooring, and integrated appliances include an oven, hob, and extractor fan. An adjoining bespoke shower room completes this level. On the first floor there are two generously proportioned double bedrooms, both include carpeted flooring while the front double has the added benefit of a built-in wardrobe.

Externally, parking is on street and a low maintenance courtyard containing gravel and a Palm Tree separates the hall door from the pathway. The private rear garden is due southeast and despite the property's central location it is remarkably peaceful. This hassle-free space is laid with a combination of gravel and paving while two outbuildings cater for storage requirements. A well-stocked raised flower bed to the rear of the garden ads colour to the character and charm.

Situated within 350m of Bray's main thoroughfare, the location of the Brabazon Cottages could hardly be more convenient. In the immediate vicinity there is Castle Street Shopping Centre, while a range of shops, eateries, and the newly opened Florentine Centre line the Main Street. The renowned Victorian Promenade is 800m offering leisurely coastal walks along with a selection of restaurants, gastro bars, neighbourhood wine bars, and ice cream parlours. There are several schools at primary and secondary level within comfortable walking distance while commuters have plenty of choice. The Dart station can be reached on foot inside 10 minutes, and all citybound buses stop on neighbouring Castle Street. By private transport, the N11/M11/M50 corridor can be accessed in a matter of minutes along with the LUAS at Cherrywood.