DATING TO THE 1860s, Henley Cottage is a lesson on how to upgrade a period home without losing sense of its heritage. This restored and extended home blends the charm of its era with a fresh, modern aesthetic. Now on the market for xxx, it offers comfort, luxury and character in Churchtown, Dublin 12.
Located in a popular area with excellent access to amenities such as Dundrum Town Centre and scenic parks like Bushy and Marlay, Henley Cottage is your chance to own a turnkey piece of history in a well-connected area.
Stepping into Henley Cottage, the light and space is immediately striking. Its unconventional layout has been reimagined under the direction of its current owners, with thoughtful attention to detail and quality materials. Original Victorian features, including antique fireplaces and double-glazed sash windows with shutters, harmonise with sleek, bespoke interiors.
The 245 m² home has oak flooring, high coved ceilings and a range of luxurious finishes throughout. The dual-aspect kitchen, featuring integrated Neff appliances, a double-oven AGA and a luxurious island with oak worktops, is a showstopper. It opens onto beautifully landscaped gardens, making it a dream for entertaining or quiet family life.
Henley Cottage offers a super blend of traditional and functional spaces. The ground floor includes an elegant drawing room, a formal dining room and a multi-functional garden room soaked in natural light. Two ground floor bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom, ensure flexibility for guests. Upstairs, two more bedrooms and a family bathroom provide private, peaceful places to rest.
The property also features a detached, fully insulated home office or gym, ideal for today’s work-from-home lifestyle.
The landscaped gardens are a marvel of design, combining beauty with low-maintenance practicality. The courtyard-style front garden is accessed through electronically operated cedar wood gates. The area has perimeter planting, gravel areas and sunny patios for outdoor diners. A secluded courtyard garden to the back extends the indoor/outdoor flow, with limestone tiling and a recessed fire pit for extra charm.
Close to Dundrum, Rathgar and Terenure, Henley Cottage is surrounded by a smorgasbord of amenities, from top-notch shopping to leisure facilities like the Castle and Milltown Golf Clubs. Excellent transport links, including the LUAS and easy access to the M50, make this property as practical as it is attractive.
From its Victorian fireplaces and bespoke kitchen to its landscaped gardens and high-tech features, Henley Cottage offers the ideal balance of old-world elegance and modern-day luxury.
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