Deceptively spacious Victorian in Sandymount for €1.65m

This charming Victorian property is set back from Park Avenue in Sandymount. From the front it looks like a quaint cottage but behind the deceptively petite exterior lies a large residence of 245sq m (2,637sq ft).

Inside the front door, two reception rooms flank each side of a pine floored hallway. Both rooms have solid timber floors, original sash windows complete with working shutters and marble fireplaces.

Up a narrow staircase are two perfectly-proportioned bedrooms with vintage built-in wardrobes and a large family bathroom with free-standing bath and a his- and-hers period-style sink unit.

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Conservatory
Down three steps from the front hall is an enormous kitchen area with French windows opening on to a crazy paving patio. The country-style kitchen is L-shaped with cream units and terracotta granite worktops, and an Aga as well as an integrated electric hob. This area is light filled thanks to a double height window, which, while not the original, is in keeping with the Victorian feel of the house.

Off the kitchen is a bedroom and small study which could also work as a fifth bedroom. On this level, there is a further reception room which leads to a large Victorian-style conservatory with black and white chequered tiles.

Another set of stairs to the rear of the property leads to the master bedroom which sits on its own and would be a perfect refuge for a couple with growing children as it is set apart from the two bedrooms to the front of the house.

The back garden is a good size with a substantial shed. To the front of the house is mostly gravel with two small raised beds. As the property has been rented recently, the garden needs some attention.

Not only is it in a sought-after location, but number 21’s modest exterior hides a substantial family home. There is a warm feeling in the reception rooms to the front and that master bedroom is certain to be someone’s dream.

It is for sale through Bennetts with an asking price of €1.65 million.