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TUCKED INTO A quiet enclave just off Herbert Road, this detached home combines the peace of a leafy setting with the convenience of life close to the centre of Bray in Co Wicklow.

3 Herbert Rise extends to 256 m² and unfolds over three floors, with four double bedrooms, several living spaces and a beautifully landscaped, south-west-facing garden. Presented in great nick, it is a home designed for relaxed family life and for entertaining in equal measure.

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Set well back from the road, the property is approached by a sweeping cobblelock driveway providing ample private parking. Beyond the front door, a bright reception hall introduces the house’s smart, contemporary style and provides access both upstairs and down to the lower ground floor.

Double doors lead into the main reception room, where a walk-in bay window frames views across the Dargle Valley. Rich timber flooring and a granite fireplace lend warmth and character, while glazed doors create a natural connection with the open-plan kitchen, dining and family room to the back.

French doors open directly onto the garden, allowing summer life to move easily between indoors and out. A guest cloakroom and useful storage complete the entrance level.

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This expansive space forms the social heart of the house. Bespoke cabinetry is paired with quartz worktops, glossy brick-effect splashback tiles and an extensive collection of integrated appliances, including a wine cooler. A breakfast bar offers a natural gathering point for quick meals and conversation, while the remainder of the room accommodates distinct dining and sitting areas without feeling divided.

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The lower floor gives the house an extra dimension. Its impressive recreation room measures approximately 12 x 7 metres and includes a purpose-built entertainment centre and extensive fitted storage. It could serve equally well as a cinema room, games space, teenager’s retreat or a generous setting for parties. A dedicated home gym and cleverly arranged laundry area are also found on this level.

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All four bedrooms are positioned upstairs, reached by a staircase finished with an elegant central runner. A roof window above the landing draws daylight into the centre of the house.

The main suite enjoys another wide view over the Dargle Valley and incorporates a wall of bespoke wardrobes, along with a private shower room. The second double bedroom overlooks the garden and also has fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. Two further double bedrooms, one with its own fitted storage and vanity area, share a spacious, fully tiled family bathroom.

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The same attention paid to the interiors is evident outside. Enclosed by high timber fencing, the back garden enjoys excellent privacy and a sunny south-westerly position. Porcelain paving creates a durable outdoor dining terrace immediately beside the kitchen, while a level lawn provides room for children to play.

A second, California-inspired seating area mixes porcelain tiles with strips of grass, bringing a more relaxed, architectural feel to the garden. Mature planting and carefully selected specimen trees soften the hard landscaping and give the grounds a well-established appearance.

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For commuters, Herbert Rise is within walking distance of Bray DART station and Dublin Bus services. The town’s shops, cafés and restaurants are also nearby, as are a selection of primary and secondary schools. Bray seafront, the promenade and the surrounding north Wicklow countryside add further appeal for buyers seeking access to both the coast and Dublin.

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With its unusually generous footprint, flexible lower floor and thoughtfully designed gardens, Number 3 offers the space of a long-term family home without the work often associated with one.

3 Herbert Rise, Herbert Road, Co Wicklow is on the market for €1,075,000 through Garrett O’Bric.