Originally built in 1917, the house sits on a private corner site and it is this generous space which has inspired the design for the open-plan lounge and dining-room extension, built in 2000.

This light-filled area, to the left of the entrance hall, has as its centrepiece a contemporary fire built into a feature brick wall, while extensive glazing in the large picture windows and double patio doors afford tranquil views of the very private, landscaped garden. The reconfiguration of the layout in the original house allows for a much larger communal kitchen and breakfast room with period fireplace and another set of double patio doors. These glazed doors are a feature in most of the downstairs accommodation, including the utility area, and serve to bring them into full view from every vantage point.

The old-style front porch marks the entrance to number 19 and steps directly to the new reception hall with glass roof.

A guest cloakroom is located to the end of the hallway. To the left is the lounge and dining room and to the right is the modern kitchen with cream painted units and ceramic tiled floor. Hardwood flooring marks the transition to the breakfast area while a door leads to the well-fitted utility room. Double doors in the utility lead to the garden. Opening from the kitchen is the original reception hall and leading off this is a bright, family room with cast-iron fireplace.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, two retaining their original cast-iron fireplaces, and also the main bathroom.

Outside, the well-stocked gardens feature tiled paths, a raised timber deck and two sets of double, hardwood gates . . . one for pedestrian access (with intercom panel) and the other to a gravelled parking area.

Price: AMV 1m; public auction 25 October Agent: Gunne, 01-833 5844