All adding to the charm is the privacy afforded by an abundance of mature fruit trees and shrubs, with even the practical garden shed clad in ivy and contributing to the overall leafy, natural feel.

The three-bed terraced house is as attractive inside as its exterior suggests, and has a warm, homely atmosphere too. Accommodation is spread over 131 sq m (1,410 sq ft) with additional space in the partially floored attic. A feature is the large and bright kitchen, fitted with Danish Design presses, a Junckers floor and all appliances neatly integrated.

This room opens directly to the conservatory, also with Junckers floor, decorative windows and door straight onto the deck. Other rooms at entrance level include the hall with period plaster detail and storage room; the living room with bay window, cast iron fireplace and double doors connecting to the similarly styled dining room.

The original floorboards have been sanded and polished. French windows open from the dining room into the garden. On the first floor return is the main bathroom, generously appointed with bath and shower.

Off the landing are three bedrooms . . . two doubles and a single . . . and all with period ceiling coving and built-in wardrobes. The two larger rooms also have their original cast iron fireplaces.

The front lawn is bordered by a neat hedge and cast iron railings. To the bottom of the 50' long rear garden, there is vehicular access from Oswald Road.

Close to Sandymount Church, number 4 enjoys every amenity on its doorstep, from the local shops, DART and the strand itself just a stroll away.

Price: 1.25m; auction 11 April Agent: Sherry FitzGerald