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Canalside contemporary: Modern design behind a chic cottage exterior for €1.25m

2 Windsor Terrace sits right on the banks of Dublin’s Grand Canal.

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IF YOU’RE LOOKING for a city pad with a one-of-a-kind interior, 2 Windsor Terrace may well be worth a place on your ‘must-view’ list. 

On the market for €1,250,000 through Sherry FitzGerald, the three-bed property is located right by the banks of the Grand Canal in Dublin 8. It sits next to Locks restaurant, a neighbourhood favourite for Sunday lunch.

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While the exterior features a minimalist design, the interior of No 2 is full of life and personality. Double-glazed sash windows pay homage to its Victorian origins, while a mid-century modern-inspired interior features throughout. 

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The front door opens directly into the living room, where a custom-made solid walnut staircase and stone effect wall immediately grab the attention. 

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This room enjoys a great sense of spaciousness, which is further enhanced by the tri-folding glazed doors which lead to the kitchen and dining area. 

The living room boasts plenty of space to unwind and to entertain, with features including a wood-burning stove, polished concrete floors and space under the stairs for a work or study area. 

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Moving through to the kitchen, this space is immediately impressive. The polished concrete floors continue through to here, while sleek wall units and black granite countertops add to the elegant and sophisticated feel.

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To the rear, there’s space for a dining table to comfortably seat eight. Velux windows fill the space with natural light, as do the second set of tri-folding doors which open to the garden. High walls and bamboo and bay trees create a great sense of privacy, with an artificial lawn and patio area ensuring low maintenance. Completing the downstairs accommodation, there’s a utility room off the kitchen. 

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At first floor level, there are three bedrooms and a walk-in wardrobe. The master bedroom is bright and airy thanks to raised ceilings and a skylight, while two hanging doors made of cast iron and solid timber demand attention. One leads to the en suite bathroom, where there’s a walk-in shower and standalone bath, while the other opens to the walk-in wardrobe. 

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The second bedroom also benefits from an en suite shower room, while the third bedroom is the smallest of the three and features a built-in wardrobe. 

The new owners of No 2 will find plenty to enjoy around Portobello, including restaurants, cafes, bars and shops. Camden St is a 10-minute walk away, with the Iveagh Gardens and Stephen’s Green slightly further afield. 

With a distinctive interior and a stellar location, 2 Windsor Terrace offers a wonderful place to call home in Dublin city for a wide range of buyers. 

2 Windsor Terrace, Portobello, Dublin 8 is on the market for €1,250,000 through Sherry FitzGerald via Daft.ie.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 7:16 AM

    Overpriced

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    Feb 4th 2022, 1:01 PM

    Don’t think my Range Rover would comfortably fit in that drive, so I’m out.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 2:06 PM

    @Ger Buckley: It would Ger had a gander on street view at it. Seems that overlooking window is part a pub next door well the pub was there in 2014 anyhow.

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    Feb 6th 2022, 9:47 AM

    @Aidan Dorney: the “pub” next door is Locks Restaurant. Never a pub there.

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    Feb 6th 2022, 6:10 PM

    @Shea Carroll: Thanks Shea although I did say that before you pointed it out.
    Cheers

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    Feb 4th 2022, 8:57 PM

    No interior design can justify a million euro for that place.

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    Mute Michael Golden
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    Feb 4th 2022, 7:19 AM

    There’s a storm coming Mr Wayne!

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    Mute Aidan Dorney
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    Feb 4th 2022, 1:49 PM

    Sold for €630 k in 2015 God knows what state of repair it was in then. Number 3 went in 2020 €823.500 Best of luck to the vendors.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 11:15 PM

    Instead of T.V. you can look out at People getting Mugged.

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    Mute Aidan Dorney
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    Feb 4th 2022, 1:32 PM

    Looks a bit cramped. Can the window next door to the right see in to the master.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 1:36 PM

    @Aidan Dorney: Maybe it is part of the house?

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    Feb 6th 2022, 12:36 PM

    Why does the journal keep showing these houses when I’d say majority of the readers can’t afford these properties.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 2:37 PM

    My apology the property is next door to Locks Restaurant & not a pub.

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    Feb 6th 2022, 3:52 PM

    Only a gobsheen would pay that amount, vastly overpriced.

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    Feb 4th 2022, 10:21 PM

    My house (in America) is nicer, and cheaper!

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    Feb 6th 2022, 7:00 AM

    @Jim Bolger: Now that’s a serious commute

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    Feb 6th 2022, 4:27 PM

    1.25 mil and nowhere to hang your coat up

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    Feb 6th 2022, 4:46 PM

    Check out 1080 Creek Drive, Menlo Park CA USA on Zillow for a comparison purchase.

    Founded by Dennis Oliver and DC McGlynn from Menlough Co Galway in 1854, this is a small town in center of Silicon Valley (birthplace of Google, home of Facebook).

    Twined with Galway .. Lived here 27 years, Ex Dublin.

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