53 Orwell Park, Rathgar, Dublin 6, D06FW66

Number 53 Orwell Park represents a unique opportunity to buy a superbly designed, imposing detached family home set back from one of Dublin’s most prestigious roads. No. 53 was built in the first phase of this stunning scheme and was completed in 2007. Built by the renowned Walthill Developments, the emphasis at the design stage was placed on high specification materials and light filled spacious interiors. These properties represent an elegant blend of old and new, conveniently situated on one of the most desirable roads in the city. While the redbrick and granite façade emulates the period era, these homes have state-of-the-art insulation providing a B3 energy rating and incredible energy efficiency whilst also enjoying features reminiscent of the historical surrounds. Laid out over an extremely generous footprint measuring approx. 478sqm/5,145sqft this is a very special and distinctive home and ticks all of the boxes for comfortable, modern family living. Lit by tall windows throughout with many rooms, this vibrant home is filled with natural light. The well-appointed accommodation flows perfectly over its three levels and boasts all its living accommodation on the ground floor. These versatile rooms comprise of four gracious reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, sunroom, guest w.c. and comms room. Upstairs are four very large double bedrooms all benefitting from en suite bathrooms and a large utility/laundry room. At the top of the house is a fifth double bedroom with en suite and large den completes the accommodation. The current owners have beautifully maintained this great home over their tenure and made many improvements over the years. There are beautifully manicured front and rear gardens with excellent provision for secure off-street parking. The rear garden enjoys an enviable south facing orientation enjoying all day sunshine and has a redbrick built garage and car port. The garage has been built to house specification allowing easy conversion to granny flat/Office (subject to planning permission) The property enjoys an almost unparalleled sense of convenience close to all possible amenities, with Luas stops within easy walking distance affording swift access to Dundrum, St Stephen's Green and Sandyford. Rathgar and Ranelagh villages provide a wide choice of restaurants and shopping facilities while some of Dublin's finest junior and senior schools are on your doorstep. Sports clubs nearby include Milltown and Castle Golf Clubs, Brookfield and Rathgar Tennis Clubs, Dartry Health & Fitness Club and David Lloyd Riverview - not to mention the proximity to Palmerston Park and Dodder Park. Hall Double doors open into the grand, light filled entrance hall with crema marfil tiled floor, ceiling coving with centre rose, feature wall panelling and under floor heating. Cloakroom with coat and shoe storage. Guest WC Crema marfil tiled floors, wood panelled walls, ceiling coving, recessed lighting, toilet and wash hand basin. Drawing Room Large reception room to front of house with wall panelling, picture rail, ceiling coving, solid wood floors and open fireplace with marble surround, slate inset and hearth. A large bay window with window shutters overlooks the front garden. Double glass panelled doors open into: Dining Room Solid wood floors, wall panelling, picture rail, ceiling coving, centre rose, open fireplace with white marble surround, slate insert, and hearth. Two sets of double doors one leading to the kitchen and one to the sunroom. Kitchen Dual aspect room with crema marfil floors, ceiling coving and two ornate ceiling roses. Fully fitted Clive Christian kitchen with an excellent range of fitted wall and base units providing good storage. A feature arch has a tiled inset with Aga and gas hob. Also included is an integrated Miele steam oven, microwave, two dishwashers, Liebherr fridge and freezer. A large central island and breakfast bar provides additional storage and includes integrated Gaggenau deep fat fryer, vegetable steamer and Wok hob. Doors open into both sunroom and family room. Sun Room With crema marfil tiled floors, wall panelling, two sets of double doors one leading to the garden. Extensive glazing allowing for a wonderful flow of natural light and trench heaters. Family Room Triple aspect room with wooden floors, wall panelling, picture rail, ceiling coving, ceiling coving, and box bay window overlooks the rear garden. Office/ Study Generous double aspect room with cherrywood Clive Cristian style storage with fitted TV unit, coal affect gas fire with marble inset with cherry mantle and surround. Large window with shutters overlook the front garden. First Floor Spacious landing with cornice and centre rose, cloaks press and intercom. Main bedroom (front) Large double room with bay window with shutters, ceiling coving and picture rail. A bespoke Clive Christian four poster bed with integrated television unit and beside cabinets take centre stage. Also with fitted wardrobes, recessed lights, alarm panel and video, sound system and large mirror. Door leads to: Walk-in wardrobes Two opaque sash window, extensive floor-to-ceiling shelving hanging spaces and drawers, radiator, recessed lights, large mirror. Door from bedroom to Ensuite Bathroom Large jacuzzi bath with recessed Sony TV, overhead and side jets, heated towel rail, toilet, hand basin set into large vanity unit with storage, large mirror, stone top, Tylo sauna, sound system, recessed lighting, Hansgrohe mirror and Vento hairdryer. Bedroom 2 (Rear) Large double with dual aspect with bay window, cornice picture rail, built-in wardrobes, sound system and wall mounted mirror to: Ensuite Shower Room Tiled floor and part tiled wall, toilet, wash hand basin, shower cubicle with wall mounted shower head, mirror cabinet, towel rail, recessed lights, cornice, wall mounted vanity mirror. Utility Room Large window overlooking the rear garden, tiled floor, extensive open shelving, opaque windows to upper hall, black stone countertop with sink unit, wall unit above, plumbed for two washing machines and a dryer. Sheila maid drying rack, radiator, intercom, alarm panel. Bedroom 3 (Rear) Cornice, picture dado rail, sash windows, built-in wardrobes, sound system, wall-mounted mirror, door to: Ensuite Bathroom Tiled flooring and part tiled walls, toilet, wash hand basin and vanity unit with opening shelving, jacuzzi bath with mounted shower, sound system and recessed light. Bedroom 4 (Front) Bay window with shutters, cornice picture, dado rail, built-in wardrobes, mirror, radiator, sound system, recessed lights, door to: Ensuite Shower Room wc, wash hand basin on vanity unit with opening shelving, large shower cubicle with wall mounted showerhead, mirrored cabinet, sound system, and recessed lights. Top Floor Landing Two large skylights, and wall panelling. Bedroom 5 large double room with extensive storage in fitted wardrobes, dado rail, recessed lighting, sound system and large window. Ensuite Fully tiled floor and part tiled walls, toilet, vanity unit with under storage, shower cubicle/ steam room. Den Large versatile room with a variety of uses. Dado rail, two Velux windows and eaves storage. Attic access. Front Garden Railed garden with electric pedestrian and vehicular gates. Boarded by hedging laid out with granite path and cobblestones allowing for parking for multiple cars. Lawn with box hedging, borders with trees, shrubbery, seasonal planting, and double gate to rear garden and provision for additional parking. Rear Garden Sunny south-facing garden, landscaped with patio area capturing all day sun and gravelled pathway, large cobblestoned driveway providing extensive off-street parking. Fully service garage space and open carport.