This charming, doublefronted dormer bungalow comes with a 52ft x 46ft back garden that has rear access to its three garages . . . all three of which combine to have full planning permission for a one-bed mews.

There is also planning permission in place to extend the existing kitchen by some 322sq ft.

Even without any future work, this bungalow has plenty of appeal. From the start, in the elegant hallway with double-height ceiling, the signals are that this is a sunny and welcoming family home with opportunity to entertain in its garden-level rooms.

From the bright kitchen/ breakfast room . . . with its 'antiqued' white handpainted presses and original cast-iron fireplace . . . floor-toceiling glazed doors lead to that sheltered garden.

Adjoining the kitchen is the family room . . . a delightfully informal spot with its brick fireplace with timber beam, cast-iron gas stove, curved ceiling, feature corner window and French doors to the garden.

There is also the more formal living room to the front, with features to include the cast-iron fireplace with slate hearth, picture rail, attractive curved ceiling detail, polished timber floors and a deep bay window with leaded glass.

Two bedrooms and a large bathroom complete the rooms at garden level. Upstairs, off the spacious, bright landing, are the two remaining bedrooms and another bathroom.

The lowdown
Address: No 13 Park Drive, Ranelagh, Dublin 6
Details: 165sq m (1,776sq ft) double-fronted bungalow comprising a hall, four bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen and two bathrooms
Highlights: Hand-painted kitchen with original fireplace, inviting family room and large private garden accessed from living areas. This property also comes with planning to extend the kitchen and convert the garages
Price: AMV 1.9m, auction 23 May
Agent: Sherry FitzGerald 01-496 9909