LOOKING TO PUT roots down in Dublin’s leafy southside?
Within the locality, Foxrock is a great option for anyone looking to move into one of the most sought-after areas in Ireland.
Well-served by shops, restaurants and cafes, along with an excellent choice of schools, Foxrock is a great option for families looking to settle into their forever home. Its location is another advantage, as it’s close to Dublin city centre, near to the sea and just beside the M50, which makes getting around much easier.
If that all sounds good to you, your next step is to visit Daft.ie, Ireland’s number one property listing site, which is the home of exclusive properties in Dublin. You can discover an array of the most high-end luxurious homes on the market in the capital, including those in Foxrock, on Daft.
To give you a snapshot of the amazing homes available, keep reading to see how fabulous Foxrock is.
The first of the Foxrock homes on offer on Daft.ie is Waverley. It boasts a whopping seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms and is a trophy home like no other. Built in 1999 and refurbished in 2006, it is the pinnacle in luxury homes. From its grand red-brick front to its covered entrance, this home is visually stunning and welcoming.
The grandeur continues inside, with a spectacular Barovier and Toso Murano Glass 12 arm Taif chandelier located in front of a gorgeous curved staircase. The home combines this sense of splendour with a homely and welcoming feel, with a split kitchen and living room that flow into each other well. Solid materials, such as oak, are used throughout, with every inch of the interior well-thought-out without being over the top.
A real highlight is the magnificent garden, created and enhanced by Diarmuid Gavin and Paul Doyle respectively. The garden functions as another large space for gathering friends, with yew hedges defining where play is encouraged, providing peaceful privacy. A variety of seating areas, from patios to open gazebos provide the perfect space to enjoy the perfect garden.
Waverley offers enough formal and informal spaces that lend themselves perfectly to entertaining guests or relaxing by yourself. The cinema room is an example of a space that you just don’t get everywhere, providing an area perfect for you to unwind in. As well as that, the gym is located in a rear garden room for the time being, allowing you to work on your fitness at home. For those who need a home office, you’ll have your pick in Waverley, with the current office in a separate and detached building, but that can always change as you put your stamp on the home.
Waverley is currently on the market through Sherry FitzGerald, with an asking price of €6,750,000.
Our next example of splendid Foxrock homes for sale on Daft.ie is Beech House on Hainault Road. This is a five-bed, five-bath home and spread over 408 m². It is located mere minutes from the bustling Foxrock village, keeping you connected to the rest of the world. Set behind electronic gates, with a cobble lock driveway, there’s plenty of parking and privacy, with mature hedging to ensure peace and quiet.
Inside the home, an open plan kitchen/family/breakfast room, with its marble countertops, is the main draw, but each room is incredibly spacious thanks to the use of high ceilings. There’s plenty of room to decorate each area to your heart’s content. The three main reception rooms all boast marble or limestone fireplaces that add to the luxurious feel of the property.
Four bedrooms, two being ensuite, are located on the first floor. The main bedroom contains a bay window and a walk-in wardrobe, along with plenty of space. Two rooms are on the floor above, with the option to convert one into a study/home office. Throughout the home, space is not an issue and you can really feel it. If you don’t like being indoors all the time, the garden has ample space and a cosy paved area to unwind in during the warmer months.
With an asking price of €2,450,000, this home is on the market through Sherry FitzGerald.
Next on our tour of luxurious Foxrock properties for sale on Daft.ie is The Castle, an impressive 418 m² behemoth. It is a castellated Tudor Gothic residence that has been extensively modernised, yet still retains some of its old charm, including stained glass windows. Built over 200 years ago, it is an impressive period home with a difference. Consisting of a variety of rooms, the final buyer can mix and match room functions to their heart’s content, as not every room is perfectly formatted for its purpose, giving space for interpretation.
Electric wrought iron gates greet you at the top of a sweeping driveway, and the privacy is increased thanks to a collection of pleached Cypress trees. A Gothic revival door marks the entrance and brings an air of grandeur to the home. Inside, modernity meets slightly Georgian design values, with interesting results. The design choices for furniture bring comfort and chicness, mixing well with the airy rooms of the residence. Throughout, there is extensive use of beech flooring and Egyptian sandstone flooring.
This castle is currently home to five bedrooms, with one on the ground floor doubling as a study. The main bedroom is gorgeous with a walk-in wardrobe and elaborate coving to make it stand out. As for the garden, it is simply begging to be used as the setting for a variety of events, such as a wedding or a drinks reception, you name it. Out the back, a large timber deck and BBQ area is the perfect patio area for outdoor dining. Water features appear prominently in the garden, giving it a sense of serenity and calm, and acting as an escape from life in the city.
Sherry Fitzgerald currently lists The Castle for sale with an asking price of €2,975,000.
The next of the Foxrock homes for sale on Daft.ie is Adelaide. Adelaide is located on the highly sought-after, mature tree-lined Kerrymount Avenue. This unique home is incredibly spacious and does not feel like a suburban home, thanks to generous gardens and grounds extending to approximately 0.7 acres. Luxury outside leads to luxury inside, and this home is spread over a massive 600 m². Extensive refurbishments have taken place over the years, leading to a modern home that nails the blend of comfort and elegance.
A magnificent double-height reception hall with a cantilevered staircase and polished travertine flooring welcomes you into the home. Inside, an airy Christoff kitchen with sliding doors and plenty of space is an excellent area to catch up with family. This leads to a gorgeous conservatory with a lovely view of the gardens. Three bedrooms feature on the ground floor, with another three upstairs, including the primary bedroom.
The most impressive element of Adelaide is without a doubt the incredible grounds. They include a pond, large lawn area, a 200-year-old walnut tree and a wrap-around patio that enjoys all-day sunshine. Adelaide offers a city oasis in Foxrock, with plenty of green spaces that you’ll never tire of.
Adelaide is brought to the market by Lisney Sotheby’s, with an initial asking price of €2,700,000.
Last but certainly not least of the homes on Daft.ie is Malindi Lodge on the coveted Westminster Road. This red-bricked home offers security and safety in a turnkey property. With secure electric gates and CCTV surveillance, Malindi Lodge is a private home but is also a comfortable and charming residence. Totalling 297 m2 with a converted attic, the well-proportioned, and versatile home is ideal for a family.
The open plan kitchen living breakfast room and the beautiful dual-aspect living dining room are highlights of the home which show off the high-quality finishes and elegance which is found throughout. On the first floor, you’ll find a number of bedrooms boasting solid wood maple flooring that adds a cosy dynamic to the property. A study/dressing room is also found here, and can be adjusted for your needs.
Elsewhere, an integral garage is home to a gym, with the option to convert it to a cinema room, subject to planning permission. The garden is an excellent sunny space, with an area for play and an area to converse or dine al fresco. Water features are dotted around the garden, providing a sense of calm and reflection.
Malindi Lodge is on sale through Lisney Southby’s, with an asking price of €1,950,000.
The above is a small sample of some of the stunning and luxurious homes on offer in Foxrock. To discover more homes in Foxrock, and indeed a selection of the finest homes on the market in Ireland, you can visit a Daft.ie landing page which shows you just that.
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