48 Morehampton Road Donnybrook Dublin 4
Overview
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Terraced

4 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

275 sqm
This elegant period residence is superbly positioned on Morehampton Road, a most sought-after address in Donnybrook and offers bright, generously proportioned accommodation extending to approximately 275 sq. m (2,960 sq. ft).
A gracious entrance hallway sets the tone for the home, leading to two beautifully appointed interconnecting reception rooms, rich in original period features and ideal for both entertaining and everyday living.
This elegant period residence is superbly positioned on Morehampton Road, a most sought-after address in Donnybrook and offers bright, generously proportioned accommodation extending to approximately 275 sq. m (2,960 sq. ft).
A gracious entrance hallway sets the tone for the home, leading to two beautifully appointed interconnecting reception rooms, rich in original period features and ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. To the rear return, the kitchen opens onto a raised deck with steps down to the impressive private garden.
Upstairs, the property comprises three spacious double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. At garden level, there is excellent additional accommodation including a large family room, a versatile bedroom or home office, a shower room, and a utility room with direct access to the rear garden.
The rear garden is a standout feature, extending to approximately 40 metres in length and offering exceptional privacy—an ideal outdoor retreat. To the front, a private driveway provides ample off-street parking.
The location is second to none, adjacent to Donnybrook village and within easy reach of Ballsbridge and Ranelagh, all renowned for their excellent selection of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and pubs. Nearby amenities include Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club and Herbert Park, while St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street are within comfortable walking distance, placing the city’s premier business and shopping districts on your doorstep.
- Entrance Hallway (10.3m x 2.1m)Approached via granite steps into a welcoming hallway with fan light over door, attractive ceiling coving , centre rose and arch through to inner hallway.
- Dining Room (5.15m x 4.55m)Pair of sash windows overlooking Morehampton Road, attractive cornice work centre rose, marble chimney piece architraves around the folding doors. These are interconnecting reception rooms.
- Drawing Room (5.45m x 5.15m)Matching fireplace, cornice work, centre rose and picture window overlooking rear garden.
- Kitchen (4.55m x 3.75m)Cast iron fireplace, built-in fridge and freezer, oven, hob, extractor fan, dishwasher, wall and floor presses, polished granite work surface, tiled splash back, door to decked terrace with steps down to rear garden.
- Front Porch (1.65m x 1.75m)
- Family Room (5.25m x 4.55m)Attractive carved chimney piece with cast iron insert ceiling coving
- Bedroom / Home Office (5.15m x 5.45m)
- Shower Room Shower room with shower, WC, vanity wash hand basin, tiled floor, tiled walls
- Utility Room (3.2m x 2m)Sink unit and tiled floor and door to rear garden
- Bedroom (4.6m x 3.15m)Excellent double bedroom
- Bedroom (4.65m x 4.2m)Double bedroom with pair of built-in wardrobes
- Bedroom (4.8m x 4.5m)Double room with ample built-in wardrobes and marble chimney piece.
- Bathroom (4.55m x 3.65m)Large jacuzzi bath within marble surround, WC, bidet, pair of vanity wash hand basins, step-in shower, limestone tops, steps, limestone surround to the jacuzzi bath and also to the vanity wash hand basins, built-in wardrobes and an antique floor
- Decked Terrace (4m x 3.4m)Accessed via the kitchen/ breakfast room this attractive terrace has steps down to rear garden.
- Outside A lovely garden extending to approximately 40 m in length and offers a high degree of privacy . There is mature planting, herbaceous borders and lawn leading down to a summer house to the rear.
To the front of the property there is vehicular access and a gravel driveway parking for multiple cars and a flight of granite steps leading to the hall door.
- Summer House (2.84m x 5.7m)Attractive summer house with quarry tiled floors.
The neighbourhood
The neighbourhood
Although named after the notoriously disorderly ‘Donnybrook Fair, an annual event held from 1204 until the middle of the 19th century, this south Dublin neighbourhood today is a peaceful retreat just a short stroll from St Stephen’s Green. Situated on the southside of the Dublin 4 postcode, Donnybrook is best known as the home of RTE.
Donnybrook is the traditional home of rugby in Leinster, with the headquarters of the Irish Rugby Football Union Leinster branch located opposite Donnybrook Stadium.
Although named after the notoriously disorderly ‘Donnybrook Fair, an annual event held from 1204 until the middle of the 19th century, this south Dublin neighbourhood today is a peaceful retreat just a short stroll from St Stephen’s Green. Situated on the southside of the Dublin 4 postcode, Donnybrook is best known as the home of RTE.
Donnybrook is the traditional home of rugby in Leinster, with the headquarters of the Irish Rugby Football Union Leinster branch located opposite Donnybrook Stadium. A sporting village at heart, most Leinster Schools Junior and Senior Cup games are hosted in Donnybrook Stadium, and Bective Rangers and Old Wesley have also made their home in the grounds. Elm Park Golf Club is likewise nearby for the avid golfer, as is Donnybrook Lawn Tennis Club.
For family living, Donnybrook is an excellent neighbourhood with plenty of green space, including Herbert Park and calming views of the River Dodder. The neighbourhood is highly sought after due to its excellent choice of schools, including St Mary’s National School, Muckross Park College, The Teresian School and Dublin Business English Language Centre on Morehampton Road.
Amenities in the area are second-to-none and include the highly regarded and popular Donnybrook Fair supermarket, Marian Gayle boutique, the Butler’s Pantry and Terriors, not to mention a wide selection of pharmacies, cafes, bakeries, convenience stores and more. Donnybrook is also home to some world class eateries and pubs, such as Mulberry Garden and Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill.
Donnybrook is ideally situated in south Dublin city, neighbouring both Ranelagh and Ballsbridge. A quick walk will land you in Dublin city centre within 30 minutes and the neighbourhood is well serviced by a number of bus routes.
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