86 Hollybrook Road

Welcome
to No. 86 Hollybrook Road, a beautifully renovated red brick period home
offering the perfect blend of timeless character and contemporary luxury.
Ideally located in the heart of Clontarf, one of Dublin’s most sought-after
neighbourhoods, this exceptional property is just a short stroll from the
vibrant amenities that make this area so desirable – and less than 5km from
Dublin’s bustling city centre. From
the moment you step through the carefully restored hall door, there is a warm
and inviting entrance hallway, highlighting the home’s craftsmanship and
attention to detail. Like any successful period renovation, the current owners
have managed to pay homage to the original character of the property while
creating a home complete with every conceivable modern comfort with an extra
flourish through stylish design choices.

The two
original reception rooms are connected by double doors which slide into a
recess to create one seamless living space for entertaining but can also be
used separately as originally intended. There is a lovely bay window sliding
sash timber framed double glazed windows at one end of the room and a
full-length patio door to the courtyard with ‘Crittal’ window and a glass panel
which both serve to allow sunlight to pour in all day. Semi solid engineered
oak floors run throughout this space with two cast iron / tile fire surround
with bespoke, backlit display cabinets by ‘Woodale Design’ in both rooms with
decorative ceiling coving and centre rose all still intact.

The
Old and New interact without interruption via the stepped down return, there is
a guest WC /shower room under the stairs a purpose-built office / study which
overlooks the courtyard and access to the open plan kitchen / sunroom. The
architect designed kitchen extension is the centrepiece of this wonderfully well-thought-out
family home. A space designed to fulfil any number of requirements that was primarily
for the whole family to come together throughout the day. The glass panel
windows and doors extend from the herringbone flooring to the 14ft ceilings
with direct access to the to the garden. The glass panelling and full width
skylight achieve the brief completely which was to connect the house and garden
whilst making the most of the sunny aspect. There is an island unit at the
heart of the kitchen, handmade, hand painted kitchen from ‘Hannaways of
Hilltown’. There is a wall of storage and display cabinets from ‘Woodale Design’
and a utility which is cleverly disguised behind folding doors complete with a
fully plumbed utility. The kitchen on the opposite wall has units at floor and
eye level with a beautifully crafted hidden kitchen larder and double fridge.
There is also a suspended wood burning stove which acts as a focal point in the
room between the living / dining space and the landscaped garden and patio
beyond.

Upstairs
there are three bedrooms and the main bathroom with additional space for a
study / home office on the landing. The bathroom which would originally have
been on the return has been moved to the first floor and is quite simply
stunning. The original fireplace and window design has been retained but the
room now features lavish tiling, a standalone bath and separate double shower
with rainwater shower head. The main bedroom also has a feature bay window with
a custom-made window seat and from there you can look down Hollybrook Road to
the sea. There is ample storage space and timber panelling on the surrounding
walls add to the elegance of the master-suite. Two bedrooms on the return
complete the accommodation upstairs with a bright landing the owners use an
auxiliary office with a newly fitted skylight and ‘Zaha Hadid’ designed light
fitting which serve to enhance the space. The Garden to the rear is very mature
and private with a barbeque area immediately outside the patio doors to the
rear and a landscaped garden which enjoys sun for all afternoon and evening.

The
location is incredibly convenient. Just 5km from Dublin’s City Centre
Hollybrook Road is tree lined with plenty of parking and within walking
distance of all the amenities which make Clontarf so popular.

No 86
is a masterpiece in the hear of Clontarf and offers the new owners amazing
convenience of both; lifestyle, given the location and a truly turnkey property
which is quite rare in today’s market.