THE prim Victorian facade of 98 Elford Terrace, on Donore Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin 8, is typical of the era, with its warm redbrick front and sliding sash windows. That characteristic exterior conceals an appealing blend of period character with thoroughly modern living inside. This area of Dublin 8 has seen a huge jump in prices in the past year . . . agent Lisney recently sold a house round the corner, on St Catherine's Avenue, for 850,000, which required full refurbishment.
The introduction at no 98 to the contemporary living space, mostly to the rear of the property, is a gentle progression, through the elegant hallway, past the formal drawingroom, and then into a very bright and airy diningroom.
Overall, there is 128.5sq m (1,386sq ft) of space.
The layout makes for an inviting living and entertaining space, particularly as the diningroom leads up to the sunroom which, in turn, is open to the fitted kitchen. This communal room is filled with light from the glass pitched roof, the picture window and patio doors. Recently re-fitted, the new kitchen units include integrated appliances such as Neff and Bosch. Underfloor heating has been installed under the new tiled floor. From here it's just a step through the glazed double doors out to the sheltered rear lawn and patio.
Upstairs there are three bedrooms, two double and one single. The largest room has a fireplace, and this and the other double both have built-in wardrobes. A larger than average bathroom makes a rather luxurious inclusion here as it has a corner sauna, open rainmaker shower and large Duravit bath. The room is also very bright, with two feature windows to the rear and side of the house. A staircase leads up to the attic room which has been fully renovated with recessed lighting, under-eaves storage space and a Velux window.
Price: AMV 900,000; auction 28 September Agent: Lisney, 01-638 2700
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