The owners of No 45 Victoria Road in Clontarf, Dublin 3, have enhanced the wonderful architectural character of this fivebed, bay-windowed Edwardian house while also transforming it into a modern home.

All of the right boxes are ticked here, for both the needs of a growing young family, and the odd party or two as well. There is wonderful living, and entertaining space, from the dark green painted interconnecting reception rooms with their original fireplaces and sash windows, to the extended kitchen with dining area opening onto the terraced garden.

Care has been taken to enhance the classic style of the house (dating back to 1901), but with subtle modern inclusions. In the classic period bathroom with marble floor, wash stand and free-standing castiron bath, there is also piped music.

The big communal kitchen combines a spacious working area with central island, surrounded by Shaker-style presses with granite worktops, and that inviting, full size dining table in the garden end of the room.

Accommodation extends to 193sq m (2,062sq ft), comprising the entrance hall; sitting room; dining room; guest cloakroom; kitchen/dining area; utility room; shower room; main bathroom; five bedrooms; and top floor study area.

Price: 1.8m Agent: HOK Clontarf 01-853 0630