Highfield Road, Rathgar, Dublino 6

Positioned well back from the road behind elegant electric gates, this distinguished semi detached period home occupies a prime spot on one of Rathgar’s most admired residential roads . Meticulously restored and updated throughout, the property extends to approximately 292 sq. m / 3,143 sq. ft, seamlessly blending magnificent original character with all the comforts and convenience of modern family living.

The entrance hall features ornate coving, a detailed ceiling rose and a decorative fanlight setting the tone for the accommodation within. Two beautifully proportioned interconnecting reception rooms offer ample space for entertaining, with many period details including open cast iron fireplaces with marble surrounds, sash windows with working shutters, cornicing and picture rails – one overlooking the front driveway , the other overlooking the rear garden. Complementing these is a versatile dual aspect family room (or fifth bedroom) and a convenient guest WC.

Arranged over three levels, the garden level boasts a superb extended kitchen and dining area, fitted with a range of cabinetry, granite worktops and a professional grade Smeg gas range, with space for casual dining and double doors opening directly out to the garden. Also on this level is a useful utility room, a fourth bedroom with ensuite shower room, a bright study/home office with a generous light well, a further shower room and a communications room with external access.

At first floor level, the landing offers ample built in storage and leads to three well proportioned double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes and retaining fine period detail. The principal bedroom overlooks the front garden, complete with open fireplace, attic access and a beautifully appointed ensuite shower room featuring a walk in rain dance shower, double wash hand basin and Velux window. Completing this level is a well presented family shower room and a generous first floor return with large sash window overlooking the rear garden. A further shower room on the top floor provides additional convenience.

Exterior: A gravelled driveway provides generous off street parking, to the rear a private, walled rear garden has been thoughtfully designed for low maintenance enjoyment, featuring a spacious paved patio ideal for outdoor dining, an low maintenance lawn and mature planted borders.

Located within easy walking distance of Rathgar Village, Rathmines and Ranelagh, with their extensive range of shops, cafes, restaurants and amenities, the home also benefits from proximity to some of Dublin’s most highly regarded schools and excellent transport links – including the Luas stops at Cowper and Milltown, and regular bus services to the city centre, UCD and Trinity College. Leisure facilities including golf clubs, tennis clubs and riverside walks along the Dodder are all close to hand.