Dunlavin House. Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow KnightFrank.ie

Dunlavin House Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow KnightFrank.ie Dunlavin HousE, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow A unique opportunity to acquire a most impressive Geo...
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Dunlavin House

Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow

KnightFrank.ie

Dunlavin HousE, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow

A unique opportunity to acquire a most impressive Georgian residence, within the pretty village of Dunlavin. Dublin city centre 50km(31miles), M9/M7 motorway 10.4km(6.5miles), N81 8km(5miles), Naas 19km(12miles), Newbridge 17.6km(11miles). History Dunlavin House is a three bay Georgian residence with spacious living accommodation over three levels on c.0.75acres. The building built in c.1840 is finished in render with block and start quoins. The panelled front door is flanked with paired reeded pilasters with brackets which support a projecting cornice; above is a radial stained glass fanlight and all this is set within a semi-circular arched opening. The door is set within a projecting two-storey bay with openbased pediment. The roof is finished with natural slate and has cast-iron rainwater goods. The current owners purchased the property over twenty years ago and completely refurbished it. Description Dunlavin House is in excellent condition and has been refurbished to a very high standard in keeping with its traditional style. The property has many outstanding attributes encompassing all the charm of classical Georgian architecture and solid stone construction of a bygone era. Every facet of Georgian splendour has been carefully considered from original features such as sash windows, granite steps and granite cills, working shutters, coving, cornicing, centre pieces, double skirting boards, marble fireplaces, picture rails, stucco work, moulded architraves, to solid wood floors, doors and stained glass fan features, arches and high ceilings transporting us to a world of style and elegance which resonates throughout the house. The bright and light filled accommodation at ground floor level comprises of three beautifully proportioned reception rooms adorned with marble fireplaces with adjoining interlinking double doors between the Drawing room and Dining rooms, ideal for entertaining. The Inner Hall is flooded in light and is graced by the original cantilevered staircase rising to a large galleried hall, off which there are three particularly fine proportioned Bedrooms. There is also a newly refurbished Bathroom at this level. At garden level the property comprises of Bedroom 4/Gym with an en suite, Office/Playroom/ Bedroom 5, Laundry room, Wine cellar and dramatic Kitchen exuding charm and character and leading to an enclosed stonewalled courtyard and rear garden through double doors, perfect for alfresco dining and small children. On the garden level return there is a guest WC. Outside The property on c.0.75acres is bounded to the front by black wrought iron railings. Entered through black wrought iron gates with a winding tarmac driveway, there is ample parking surrounded by lawned gardens. Flanked by mature trees, hedging and shrubbery affording seclusion, shelter and tranquillity, the property sits well in off the road enjoying privacy whilst benefiting from all the conveniences of village life. Within the courtyard there are two outhouses approximately 24 sq.m. (258 sq. ft.) which could easily be converted to Guest accommodation/ Games room. To the side garden there is a Garage and Log shed.

Location The location of Dunlavin House combines the best in terms of a charming setting on the Kildare/Wicklow border and the convenience of being within the attractive village of Dunlavin. Amenities include two primary schools, secondary school, Churches, shops, butcher, restaurant, hairdressers, florist, an AIB bank, post office, library and coffee shops. The house is within easy access of the bustling towns of Naas and Newbridge with shopping centres, trains, buses, cinemas, and a range of primary and secondary schools. Kildare Village with its host of designer shops is 25km (15miles). Dublin city centre is 50km (31miles) which can be accessed either by the N81 which is 8km(5miles) from Dunlavin or by the M9/M7 through Kilcullen which is 10.4km(5miles). There is a world of activity to enjoy and the area has many leisure activities to attract the sporting enthusiast. Amenities Racing Racing is well catered for in the area with Punchestown, The Curragh and Naas racecourses all within fifteen minutes of the property. Hunting Located within Kildare Hunt country and the South County Dublin pack. Golf The golf enthusiast is also well catered for with Rathsallagh Golf Club just outside Dunlavin village, The Curragh, The K Club, Tulfarris, Baltinglass and Kilkea Castle Golf Clubs all nearby. Walking Glendalough is just 31km (19miles) with its many scenic walks. Water sports Water sports and Boating on the Blessington Lakes. Polo There is Polo nearby at Brannockstown Polo Club. Fishing On the nearby Liffey noted for its trout fishing as well as being an important salmon spawning ground. Flying Punchestown Gliding Club. Greyhound Racing Newbridge Greyhound track. Hill walking and horse riding are all within easy reach in the Wicklow Mountains. Soccer, Rugby, GAA, Athletics and Tennis Clubs all nearby. Features Georgian residence Convenient location Original period features Elegantly proportioned rooms

Sitting comfortably on c.0.75acres All the conveniences of village living Renovated to a very high standard Private and peaceful location

Accommodation - Approximately 396 sq.m. (4,267 sq. ft.) Entrance Hallway Granite steps lead to the main door with stained glass fanlight overhead and stained glass windows at either side, tiled floor, detailed coving, cornicing, centre piece, period door pediments, dado rail Inner Hallway Original cantilevered staircase, wool carpet, coving, sash windows and working shutters Morning room Wilton wool carpet, feature arches, picture rail, double skirting boards, coving, centre piece, original black marble fireplace and brass canopy, brass servants’ bells to the side of the fireplace, sash windows and working shutters, door to Inner Hall. Drawing room Wilton wool carpets, white marble fireplace with copper canopy, picture rail, detailed coving, centre piece, double skirting boards, sash windows and working shutters, double adjoining doors between Drawing room and Dining room. Dining room Picture rail, Wilton wool carpet, sash windows and working shutters, detailed coving, centre piece, double skirting boards, door to Inner hallway. First floor return Hot press Walk in hot press First floor Landing Carpet, arch, light filled. Bedroom 1 (Master bedroom) Double room, coving, slate fireplace and cast iron inset, sash windows and working shutters, carpet. Bedroom 2 Double room, coving, sash windows and working shutters, picture rail, slate fireplace and cast iron inset, fitted wardrobe, carpet. Bedroom 3 Double room, coving, picture rail, sash windows and working shutters, slate fireplace and cast iron inset, whb, carpet. Bathroom Family bathroom, original floorboards, coving, sash windows and working shutters

Garden level return Guest wc. Original floorboards, wc and whb with brass taps, dado rail. Garden level Hallway Original exposed stone wall, stone archway, door to courtyard. Kitchen Gourmet kitchen, original exposed stone wall, original beams, which go through the length of the house, desirable NEFF appliances (double oven, hob, integrated fridge freezer, integrated dishwasher, integrated deep fat fryer, hydraulic up and over microwave door), indoor barbeque and beautiful fragranite Franke sink all luxuriating in black granite worktop, tiled floor, double doors to enclosed courtyard. Bedroom 4/Gym Wooden floor, mirrored wall, gym rail, full sized sauna, original latch door. En suite Tiled floor and walls, shower, wc and whb. Laundry/Utility room Large fully fitted units, plumbed for washing machine, sink, original latch door. Playroom/Office/bedroom 5 Original slate fireplace with cast iron inset, carpeted, original latch door. Wine cellar Latted door, original slated floor.

Hall Level

Reception Rooms / Living and Circulation Areas Kitchens

Garden Level

First Floor

Bedrooms Bathrooms Storage

Not to Scale This plan is for illustrative purposes only.

Services Oil fired central heating Sash windows Wireless internet connection Municipal water and private well which is currently not in use Mains sewage Directions From Dublin through Kilcullen: From Dublin continue on the M7 and take the exit at junction 11 for Kilcullen/Carlow/Kilkenny/ Waterford. Branch left then turn left for Kilcullen. Continue to the cross roads with the traffic lights and take a right. Proceed out this road straight to Dunlavin for about 10.4km(6.5 miles). Once you pass the monument which is the library you will come to a T junction, at the T junction take a left. Continue straight up the town and keep left at the V and take the right at the top of the Village Green on the V with the Catholic Church facing you. The property is beside the Church on your left with the black railings and gate. From Dublin through Blessington on the N81:

Dunlavin House

From Dublin proceed out the N81, go through Blessington and go straight through the roundabout signposted for Baltinglass. Continue for approximately 9.9km until you reach the Hollywood Cross Roads with the petrol station on your left. Take a right here for Dunlavin signposted the R756. Continue 8km(5miles) into Dunlavin, Once you pass the monument which is the library you will come to a T junction, at the T junction take a left. Continue straight up the town and keep left at the V and take the right at the top of the Village Green on the V with the Catholic Church facing you. The property is beside the Church on your left with the black railings and gate. Viewing By appointment only.

01 662 3255

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