Number 16 Rutledge Terrace is near the city end of the South Circular Road, Dublin 8, close to Camden Street with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants, and retaining the old world character of the typical period townhouse. Those original features are evident from the start, from the bright entrance hall defined by plaster cornice, and polished timber floors.

To the left are two elegant, formal living rooms, each with similar period trappings, and also original cast iron fireplaces.

The kitchen/dining room has added appeal in that it overlooks the private garden. Steps lead down from the kitchen door to this leafy oasis which is sheltered by mature trees and shrubs. There are also two outhouses providing additional storage space.

A bathroom with mosaic tiles completes the rooms at ground floor level.

Upstairs are four bedrooms, all with original floorboards sanded and polished, and one room retaining its antique cast iron fireplace with tiled inset. There is also a shower room on this level.

Price: Euro750,000 Agent: Felicity Fox 01-633 4431