Mill House, Enniskerry Road, Kilternan, Dublin 18, D18 XY67, Ireland

Steeped in local history, this exceptional protected period home dates back to the early 1800s, when the Moss family operated an established linen mill on the site. Flax harvested from the surrounding fields was woven into fine fabric within these very walls, while the workers' cottages built alongside still stand on the Enniskerry Road. With the decline of manufacturing by the early 20th century, the milling industry drew to a close, transforming Mill House into a magnificent residential and agricultural estate.

Today, the heritage of the grounds remains palpable, marked even by the granite remnants of Riley's Cottage, the original site foreman's dwelling. Meticulously maintained and sympathetically updated, this wonderful seven-bay, two-storey residence has been renovated to an exacting standard, beautifully marrying contemporary luxury with its timeless architectural elegance.

Set upon approximately 2.4 acres of lush, mature grounds teeming with wildlife and featuring its own private lake and a large paddock originally used as a horse pasture. The estate is approached via a private lane off the Enniskerry Road. The gated entrance opens onto an expansive gravel driveway with a paved parking bay, where a 150 year old Scots Pine tree stands over the garden and the Wisteria hanging over the front of the house sets a dramatic tone before the front door. Step inside to a striking, double-height open reception hall laid with durable slate flooring, centered around a large wood-burning stove inset into an original cast-iron fireplace. This grand welcome provides seamless access to a practical cloak closet and a guest toilet.

The principal drawing room is a bright, dual-aspect sanctuary featuring solid oak flooring, an impressive limestone open fireplace, integrated library shelving, and exposed beam ceilings. French doors extend the living space directly into the garden. This room flows effortlessly into a Scandinavian-inspired kitchen and dining room - a beautiful juxtaposition of sleek, modern cabinetry and stone countertops against hidden pantry cupboards set into original window openings and an open fireplace with a limestone surround.

On the first floor, a spectacular galleried landing currently serves as an inspiring artist's studio. Its triple-aspect windows perfectly frame panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the Dublin Mountains. This section of the house hosts two generous double bedrooms. The principal bedroom features extensive fitted wardrobes and a cleverly concealed entrance to a contemporary ensuite. The main family bathroom was fully renovated in 2022 to offer a sleek, luxurious finish.

The property is currently arranged as two separate living quarters and would readily reconvert to a 4 bedroom family home.   Connecting doors on both floors lead into a highly flexible layout, incorporating an open-plan kitchen, breakfast, and living area, a spiral staircase, an additional ground-floor shower room, and two further double bedrooms upstairs. This wing offers superb versatility for multi-generational living or guest accommodation. Furthermore, full planning permission is in place to convert the attached double-height old stable block into a loft-style habitable space, unlocking incredible potential to extend the main residence.

For those looking to expand further, Mill House boasts the rare benefit of full planning permission (Planning Reference: D25A/0632/WEB, granted in 2025) for a separate, detached three-bedroom contemporary home of approximately 150 sq.m. within the extensive grounds.

GARDENS & GROUNDS

The sheer scale and beauty of the 2.4 acre estate are immediately apparent upon entering the private driveway. To the left, a working garden with potting and storage sheds is hidden away behind mature hedging. To the front of the house, blissful cobbled patio areas capture all-day sun, providing an idyllic setting to take in the breathtaking mountain scenery.

A picture-perfect sweeping lawn is framed by vibrant planting beds, where granite steps and gravel pathways lead to a formal garden structured with classic box hedging, mature planting, and fragrant rose bushes. Through a wrought-iron gate, the grounds open into a vast orchard with rolling lawns, wildflower meadowland, the historic granite remains of Riley's Cottage, and a large paddock originally used as a horse pasture.

This pathway leads to a private, tranquil lake complete with a small central island accessed via a wooden bridge, a private jetty, and a rowboat. Bounded by a gentle local river and populated by silver birch, ferns, and mature chestnut trees, the grounds are an absolute haven for local wildlife, including deer, foxes, and frogs. Surrounded by protected green belt lands, the estate offers an authentic, unobstructed views of the Dublin mountains and an undisturbed country lifestyle just 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre.