Hy-Brasail, an extended dormer bungalow on the Baily in Howth, is for auction on May 31st and Sherry Fitzgerald is quoting a guide price of £900,000 (#1.143m). Carrickbrack Road, Baily, Howth is the address of this detached, red-roofed property. One of the very few houses on the cliff-side of the road, Hy-Brasail enjoys a secluded location and magnificent views. The half-acre garden has a range of mature trees.
The price reflects the demand for detached private houses in this area. While the property benefits from recent restoration, the new owner will have to add final touches and install a kitchen.
Set back from the main road, the house is oriented for sea views. Downstairs, three interlinked reception rooms face the garden and coast, taking full advantage of the surrounding views. To the left of the entrance hall is the livingroom with adjoining conservatory. Glass-panelled doors lead through to a diningroom, which leads into a very spacious reception room. Pitched wooden ceilings have Velux windows in addition to a wall of full-length windows. Ideal for entertaining, this room has recessed lighting and doors open out to the garden.
To the left of the entrance hall there is a study that could be turned into a bedroom. The kitchen is plumbed but unfurnished. There is also a utility area and a downstairs toilet.
Upstairs there are three bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and three bathrooms - one an en suite. Two of the bedrooms are doubles. The house has a gated entrance and a double garage.
