Echoes of the past add to character in Harold’s Cross

On a quiet street just off Harold’s Cross Road, this redbrick period residence at 26 Kenilworth Park is well proportioned over 1,900sq ft (177sq m) with spacious rooms, high ceilings and open fireplaces. The bay windowed front is approached via a black iron gate, which creeks with character. Faithful to the period, the front door has its original wooden frame, surrounded by stained glass and is set in a black and white checkerboard tiled porch.

Each room would need updating, but all the original fittings, such as fireplaces, dado rails and coving, are in great order.

There are two reception rooms downstairs, with steps down to the kitchen to the rear of the ground floor.

The back yard is paved, with bright whitewashed walls and a good patch of grass. From here there is pedestrian rear access.

On the first floor there are three large double bedrooms, all with ample natural light and open fireplaces. There is also a fourth, smaller bedroom, fit for a young child.

Up another flight of stairs is the attic conversion – an ideal space for a range of options; a study, gym, bedroom or hang-out space for teenagers.

This house is an ideal size for a large family with teenagers or young children. It is full of character and natural light and most importantly space. Although it would need some work to update the decor, that really is only superficial as the ground work is all there.

For sale through Lisney at €765,000, it’s within walking distance of the city centre and serviced by efficient bus routes. The amenities and schools of Rathmines and Rathgar are close by, including St Louis Girls’ and St Mary’s College, Rathmines and the High School, Rathgar.