Glenside Lodge,
Thornhill Road,
Bray,
Wicklow
€1,950,000
ABOUT PROPERTY
Architecturally designed to meet the exacting bespoke requirements of the current owners, this imposing detached 5 double Bedroom residence extends to 683 sq m (7,350 sq ft) complete with an indoor swimming pool. The expansive accommodation of this B rated home offers free flowing and an open plan design comprising rooms of generous dimensions with feature high ceilings. Tastefully appointed to the highest specification throughout the impressive interiors are enhanced by the views over the delightful gardens and maximise the use of natural light. Gracious Reception Hall, Drawing Room/Dining Room with triple height ceilings, Minstrel gallery/Sitting Room, Study, Kitchen/Breakfast/Family Room, Cinema/Entertainment Room, 5 Double Bedrooms - 4 En Suite, Master with twin Dressing Rooms, and 6 Bathrooms. The interconnecting indoor swimming pool includes changing rooms. Approached via electronic gates and a sweeping driveway, the Kerry Red Sandstone dressed residence is surrounded by cultivated mature gardens - dissected by the Glenmunder River, affording total privacy to this tranquil setting with an all day sunny orientation. The house is less than two minutes from St. Gerard's School which is also on Thornhill Road. Conveniently located within 4km of Bray's town centre with its DART Station and Bray seafront with its famous mile long promenade. Close to a wide selection of highly regarded schools. UCD is easily accessible via the 145 bus route every 15 minutes while Bray is also home to its own Institute of Education. The N11 and M50 are just minutes away providing easy access to all surrounding areas.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Cleverly designed accommodation extending to c. 683 sq m (7,350 sq ft)
- Superbly appointed with a high quality specification throughout
- Generously proportioned interiors flooded with natural light and views over the gardens
- 5 double Bedrooms 4 en suite, 6 Bathrooms.
- His and hers dressing rooms to Master Bedroom
- Extensive use of quality high gloss Italian marble flooring
- Feature sweeping mahogany staircase.
- Hardwood Cherry wood doors throughout
- Designer bespoke fitted kitchen
- BER: B rated
- Double glazed windows
- Multi zoned high spec central heating system
- Intruder alarm and CCVT coverage
- Cultivated and designed gardens of c. 1.8 acre
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- The residence is very uniquely dressed in a dry finish natural Kerry Sandstone.
- The Glenmunder River traverses through the gardens joined by an additional stream to the front.
BER: B3
BER No. 107871675
Energy Performance Indicator: 136.43 kWh/m²/yr
ACCOMMODATION
RECEPTION HALL
8m x 2.6m with Italian polished marble floor. Glazed double doors to:
DRAWINGROOM/DININGROOM
12.76m x 11.5m with Italian polished marble floor. Underfloor heating. Feature vaulted triple height ceiling. Fine Portuguese Sandstone fireplace. Built-in bookcase. French doors to gardens. Double doors to:
STUDY/T.V. ROOM
5.21m x 4.14m
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST/FAMILYROOM
10.7m max x 6.4m superbly fitted with bespoke units incorporating illuminated hardwood worktop areas. Quality appliances include Rangemaster cooker with 5 ring hob and 2 ovens, integrated dishwasher and American style fridge/freezer. Fitted dressers, Belfast style sink and large island unit. Quarry tiled floor. Cast iron period style fireplace with tiled inset and granite hearth. French doors to gardens. Attractive triple aspect.
LAUNDRY ROOM
Quarry tiled floor. Washing machine and dryer.
GUEST CLOAKROOM
Contemporary suite of w.c. and w.h.b. in vanity unit. Quarry tiled floor. Bespoke Mahogany sweeping staircase to spacious
LANDING MINSTREL GALLERY
9.76m x 4.2m with Portuguese Sandstone fireplace and hearth
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE
10.26m x 10.26m with attractive dual aspect. Portuguese Sandstone fireplace and hearth. French doors to Balcony overlooking the delightful grounds and stream.
TWIN DRESSING ROOMS
superbly fitted with large wall mirrors
BATHROOM
White contemporary suite comprising Jacuzzi bath, corner power shower, twin w.h.b.'s, w.c., heated towel rail. Fitted glazed shelving and large wall mirror.
BEDROOM 2
5.2m x 4.14m
BEDROOM 3
5.02m x 3.6m
BATHROOM EN SUITE
White contemporary suite with Jacuzzi bath, shower attachment, pedestal w.h.b., w.c., heated towel rail and revolving vanity unit. Tiled walls and floor.
BEDROOM 4
5.03m x 3.61m Door to:
SHOWER ROOM
3.39m x 2.36m White contemporary suite comprising tiled power shower, pedestal w.h.b., w.c. and heated towel rail. Tiled walls and floor.
BEDROOM 5
5.3m x 4.28m
SHOWER ROOM EN SUITE
White contemporary suite comprising power shower, pedestal w.h.b., w.c. mirror swivel vanity unit and mirror door medicine cabinet. Fully tiled walls and floor.
STAIRS TO 2ND FLOOR CINEMA/MEDIA ROOM OFFICE/STORE ROOM AT GROUND FLOOR LEVEL THERE IS AN INDOOR SWIMMING POOL
15.10m x 7.35m with tiled surround flooring and suspended ceiling. Wall lights. Triple aspect. Door to gardens.
CHANGING ROOM, W.C. & W.H.B.
COMMS ROOM
OUTSIDE
Standing on c. 1.8 acre, the gardens surround the residence affording total seclusion in this most tranquil setting with an all day sunny orientation. The cultivated gardens are a particular feature of this impressive property. The manicured lawns are enhanced by a host of mature trees and shrubs with raised herbaceous borders and an array of specimen plants. The Glenmunder river channelling through the garden provides that wonderful peaceful sound of flowing water. There are extensive patio areas. The property is approached via electronic gates and a sweeping driveway.
