6 Thorncliffe Park Orwell Road Rathgar Dublin 14
Overview
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Semi Detached
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
160 sqm
A most impressive family home constructed c. 1930 enjoying an enviable setting discretely positioned off Orwell Road along arguably one of the most sought-after mature addresses in Rathgar. Number 6 Thorncliffe Park is approached via a tarmacadam drive providing ample off-street parking with a lawned garden surrounded by well-defined boundaries. To the rear there is a magnificent lawned garden of approximately 21m (69ft) incorporating a patio area with this property further benefitting from a garage to the side which could easily be converted, subject to planning permission, in order to increase the living accommodation if so desired.
A most impressive family home constructed c. 1930 enjoying an enviable setting discretely positioned off Orwell Road along arguably one of the most sought-after mature addresses in Rathgar. Number 6 Thorncliffe Park is approached via a tarmacadam drive providing ample off-street parking with a lawned garden surrounded by well-defined boundaries. To the rear there is a magnificent lawned garden of approximately 21m (69ft) incorporating a patio area with this property further benefitting from a garage to the side which could easily be converted, subject to planning permission, in order to increase the living accommodation if so desired.
Internally this wonderful family home enjoys elegant well-proportioned accommodation retaining many original features of its era laid out over two floors. At the ground floor an entrance porch leads to the welcoming reception hall with a large understairs cloak cupboard, two very fine interconnecting reception rooms both of which enjoy a lovely private outlook both to the front and rear. Standing in the lounge to the front looking out through the bay window it is hard to imagine you are only 6.5km from St. Stephen’s Green. To the rear there is a kitchen/breakfast room which leads through to the living room which is well proportioned with a utility room connecting through to a shower room. On the first floor there are four particularly large double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
This is without doubt a highly sought after family orientated location serviced with an excellent selection of local shops, a superb offering of delis and boutique eateries in both Rathgar village and Churchtown not to mention a wide selection of primary and secondary schools that include Rathgar Junior School, Rathgar National School and Zion Parish School, The High School, Stratford College, St Mary’s College, Terenure College and Alexandra College.
There are also a wide range of recreational activities within easy reach namely tennis available in Rathgar Tennis Club and Ashbrook Tennis Club, hockey at Rathgar Hockey Club, Our Lady’s Hockey Club and Old Alex, numerous Rugby clubs including St Mary’s and Terenure College, with golf being catered for in the adjacent Milltown Golf Club and also at The Grange and Castle Golf Clubs within close proximity. Excellent transport links include the local regular bus routes being the 14 and 14C together with the LUAS stop at Windy Arbour.
BER No. 113291041
Energy Performance Indicator: 501.21 kWh/m²/yr
- Entrance Porch: (2.53m x 0.98m )with Amtico floor and leads to the
- Entrance Hall: (4.92m x 2.69m )with ceiling coving, picture rail and under stairs cloak cupboard.
- Lounge: (5.19m x 4.21m )with ceiling coving, centre rose, picture rail, polished timber floor and original sliding double doors leading to the
- Dining Room: (4.18m x 4.15m )with ceiling coving, picture rail, polished timber floor, centre rose and double doors to the rear garden.
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room: (5.65m x 3.38m )with a range of fitted cupboards and units, fully tiled walls, sink unit, work surfaces, integrated four ring Thornmoffat electric hob, plumbed for washing machine, plumbed for dishwasher, tiled ceramic floor, integrated Tricity electric double oven, shelved pantry and storage cupboards, walk-in pantry and utility room with door to side passage. Door to the
- Living Room: (7.26m x 3.27m )with polished timber floor and door to the
- Utility Room: (2.04m x 1.52m )which leads to a shower room including wc and wash hand basin
- Landing: with hatch to attic and a shelved hot press.
- Bedroom 1: (4.56m x 4.12m )with ceiling coving, picture rail and bay window.
- Bedroom 2: (4.19m x 4.09m )with ceiling coving and picture rail.
- Bedroom 3: (3.39m x 2.86m )with picture rail.
- Bedroom 4: (4.20m x 2.99m )with picture rail.
- Bathroom: (2.70m x 1.83m )with bath with electric shower over, w.c., wash hand basin and heated towel rail.
A drive to the front offers excellent off street-car parking with lawned garden and side passage connecting to the sunny rear garden laid out mainly in lawn of approximately 21m (69ft.) incorporating a patio area. An integrated garage with up and over door of approximately 3m x 4.5m (9’8” x 14’8”) offers excellent storage or could easily be converted subject to planning permission in order to increase the overall living space.
The neighbourhood
The neighbourhood
Rathgar is one of Dublin’s most celebrated districts, well known for a history steeped with literati (James Joyce was born in the neighbourhood and there are rumours of Bram Stoker stalking the streets like one of his most famous characters!). The streets are lined with magnificent period homes, and handsome railed squares dot the area.
Historically a popular neighbourhood amongst Dublin’s elite, the area continues to draw upmarket residents and young professionals to its bustling village centre, replete with artisan coffee shops, restaurants, pubs and boutique shopping.
Rathgar is one of Dublin’s most celebrated districts, well known for a history steeped with literati (James Joyce was born in the neighbourhood and there are rumours of Bram Stoker stalking the streets like one of his most famous characters!). The streets are lined with magnificent period homes, and handsome railed squares dot the area.
Historically a popular neighbourhood amongst Dublin’s elite, the area continues to draw upmarket residents and young professionals to its bustling village centre, replete with artisan coffee shops, restaurants, pubs and boutique shopping. Residents enjoy meeting for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the well-loved Bijou Restaurant or grabbing a cup of coffee to mingle outdoors at Herzog Park, with its swings and ziplines. Sport fans have plenty of options, with Rathgar Tennis and Bowling Club, golf, hockey, rugby and GAA facilities all in the immediate vicinity. The urban amenities of Rathgar village are matched with a family-friendly selection of some of Dublin’s finest schools, such as Stratford College, Rathgar Junior School, Alexandra College and more.
Rathgar is conveniently located just 3.5 kilometres from Dublin city centre. Residents can enjoy all that nearby Ranelagh and Rathmines have to offer, and Rathgar offers an excellent choice of public transport options. Bus service runs through the area regularly and the Luas green line is a quick walk away at Beechwood or Milltown.
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