Rathdown Manor,
Ballycorus Road,
Rathmichael,
Dublin 18
€2,850,000
ABOUT PROPERTY
Rathdown Manor is an impressive residence of distinction built in the Tudor style with many unique and charming features. Beautifully proportioned and contemporary interiors extend to c.490sqm (5,274sqft) and another 420sqm within the estate, to include a large Basement and Double Garage. Set in the heart of Rathmichael on c.1.5 acres of serene and verdant landscaped grounds, bounded by a brook, and tranquil meandering pathways. Offering security, privacy and space, the gardens of this spacious beautifully proportioned home will be of particular interest to nature lovers and horticulturists. The luxurious accommodation is designed for entertaining on a grand scale. Briefly the accommodation comprises a very spacious and elegant Reception Hall featuring an Adams style fireplace, the Morning room or Library, Guest cloakroom, Drawing Room, a spacious Kitchen/Dining room leading to a bright south west facing Sun Room/Dining Room, overlooking the gardens. Also on the ground floor is a double ensuite Bedroom and very convenient Caterer’s Kitchen. The feature sweeping staircase with ornate balustrades ascends to a galleried area above, off which are 4 double bedrooms with wonderful views. Above is an open plan attic area, oak floored, with kitchenette and, triple aspect with feature porthole window. On the lower level there is a wonderful basement with excellent head height and a double garage. N.B See attached PDF. Noteworthy aspects of Rathdown Manor (select download brochure) under the headings "Basement" and "Apartment. Conveniently divided into rooms or zones, there are a myriad of imaginative ideas to maximise this incredible asset. To complete the extensive accommodation there is a self-contained Annex Guest/Staff Apartment with 2 bedrooms, one ensuite, and a Kitchen/Living area and bathroom. There is ample parking to the front and side of the property and blacksmith fabricated electric gates forged in distressed Tudor style. There is extensive external lighting illuminating the property and gardens nocturnally, creating a magical scene in the evenings. Children will be enchanted and constantly entertained by the atmosphere of exploration within the grounds. Rathdown Manor is set in a dream location – a sylvan setting surrounded by mature trees and hedging yet within easy reach of local shopping facilities in Shankill Village and convenient to larger shopping centres in Bray and Cornelscourt, The Park, Carrickmines and Dundrum Shopping Centre. The DART station at Shankill, and The LUAS at Cherrywood provide frequent access to and from the city centre. Locally there is an excellent selection of primary and secondary schools including Rathmichael National School, St. Gerard's and John Scottus Pre-School, National and Secondary School. NOTE- If the viewer having read the above details considers this property to be of further interest, please read Rathdown Manor Facts for a detailed pdf. Noteworthy aspects of Rathdown Manor.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Unique 7 bedroom residence of c.490sqm (5,274 sqft) plus c.420sqm of valuable non residential space.
Ornate cornicing with feature
Dentil design 7 Bedrooms, 3 Jacuzzi Baths, 6 power showers
Cast iron decorative balustrades and Adams style Fireplaces
Double glazed throughout with diamond cut glass
Polished American Oak timber throughout
PowerPoints generously situated throughout the entire grounds
Centralised vacuuming system
Charming arched bridge and secret garden
Security gates
Trout stream and notable seating areas
Self-contained two bedroom apartment
Landscaped gardens and orchard
10 External Water Taps
Extensive exterior lighting
Low energy security lighting
Enriched soil and specimen shrubs
2 waterside decking areas with views of the babbling brook
Caterers Kitchen/Utility
Oil fired central heating
BER: B3
ACCOMMODATION
Attractive Hall
door with panelled leaded glass detail.
RECEPTION HALL
5.23m x 2.78m with hardwood timber floor. Magnificent American Oak timber staircase with cast iron uprights leading to the
FIRST FLOOR.
Double doors to
DRAWINGROOM
Opening to:
MORNING ROOM
6.14m x 3.9m with hardwood timber floor. Magnificent marble fireplace fitted with cast iron inset and slate hearth. Ornate plaster detail including dental cornicing and centre roses. Under stairs storage.
GUEST CLOAKROOM
White suite incorporating white suite of w.c., pedestal w.h.b. and heated towel rail. Tiled floor.
DRAWINGROOM
10.44m x 3.75m with hardwood timber floor. Ornate plaster detail. Fitted desk and book shelves. Superb matching marble fireplace with cast iron inset and slate hearth. Dual aspect.
Glazed double doors to:
CONSERVATORY SUNROOM/DININGROOM
6.22m x 3.54m with attractive triple aspect. Timber floor. French doors to gardens.
GARDEN ROOM
4.29m x 2.4m with timber floor. Triple aspect. Double doors to gardens and grounds.
KITCHEN/BREAKFASTROOM/FAMILYROOM
11.33m x 3.77m with timber floor. Extensive range of excellent cream fitted units with ceramic detail incorporating polished granite worktop areas with granite uprights, integrated dishwasher, stainless steel double sink, integrated fridge and freezer, stainless steel microwave, stainless steel Leisure range cookers – 3 ovens and warming oven, 5 ring ceramic hob, concealed extractor and breakfast counter. Glazed doors to Sunroom
LAUNDRY/COMMS room
3.86m x 3.43m with timber floor. Belfast style sink and fitted presses.
BEDROOM 1
5.45m x 4.2m Attractive dual aspect.
SHOWER ROOM EN SUITE
White suite incorporating double shower, w.c., w.h.b. in vanity unit. Heated towel rail. Tiled floor and walls.
ANNEX/GUEST APARTMENT
Guest or staff quarters
SITTINGROOM/KITCHEN
6.21m x 4.94m with timber floor, marble fireplace with granite inset and slate hearth fitted with stove. Triple aspect. Fitted units incorporating electric cooker, gas hob, concealed extractor and stainless steel sink. Excellent under eaves storage.
BEDROOM
3.58m x 3.44m
BATHROOM
2.88m x 1.66m White suite incorporating Jacuzzi bath, w.c,. and w.h.b. in vanity unit. Heated towel rail. Travertine tiled floor and walls.
Walk-in HOT PRESS
with new cylinder and timer.
BEDROOM
5.53m x 5m Double fitted wardrobes. Dual aspect. Under eaves storage.
SHOWER ROOM EN SUITE
2.16m x 2.02m Fully tiled walls and floor. White suite incorporating shower, w.c. and w.h.b. in vanity unit. Heated towel rail.
FEATURE STAIRCASE FROM RECEPTION HALL TO SPACIOUS OPEN GALLERY LANDING
with feature cut lead glass chandelier
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE 1
BEDROOM
with super views 5m x 4 m
DRESSINGROOM
With built-in wardrobes and his n hers w.h.b.’s set in polished granite surround.
BATHROOM EN SUITE
2.34m x 1.72m White suite incorporating Jacuzzi bath, Triton power shower, heated towel rail, bidet and w.c. Travertine tiled walls and floor.
BEDROOM SUITE 2
4.12m x 4m
SHOWER ROOM EN SUITE
2.84m x 0.87m White suite incorporating shower, w.h.b. in vanity unit, w.c. and heated towel rail. Tiled walls and floor.
BEDROOM SUITE 3
4.28m x 3.9m
SHOWER ROOM
EN SUITE White suite incorporating shower, w.c. and w.h.b. in vanity unit. Heated towel rail. Tiled walls and floor. Built-in wardrobes.
BEDROOM 4
3.89m x 3.72m with built-in wardrobes.
FAMILY BATHROOM
3.8m x 1.57m white suite incorporating a Jacuzzi bath, w.c. and w.h.b. in vanity unit. Triton electric shower. Heated towel rail. Fully tiled walls and floor.
LINEN ROOM
2.6m x 1.82m with hot water cylinder.
STAIRCASE TO 2ND FLOOR
Fully floored Attic rooms extending to 15.2m x 5.07m with attractive triple aspect. Solid timber floor, 2 matching solid fuel fireplaces. Range of fitted Kitchen units with stainless steel double sink. Extensive floored under eaves storage. Feature porthole window.
BASEMENT
overall c. 286sqm (3000sqft) Divided into 7 zones, including a strong room. These rooms are multi-purpose spaces, ideal for home cinema/gym/spa/soft play area. Perfect for a large Wine cellar or even a barrel-aged Whiskey cask vault.
LARGE DOUBLE GARAGE
8.22m x 6.13m with painted concrete floor. Work benches. Central Vacuuming system.
GARDENERS W.C. AND W.H.B.
fully tiled walls and floor.
BOILER ROOM
OUTSIDE
Electronic gates opening to the sweeping driveway extending around to the rear of the property.
Extensive beautifully landscaped multi-level gardens with putting green. There is a feature arched Japanese style LED illuminated bridge leading to the island, setting a spectacular nocturnal scene. Charming miniature clock tower and weather vane. Granite steps lead to lower garden lawn, illuminated meandering paths edged with railway sleepers and planted with scented shrubs, and a vegetable garden and orchard.