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SURROUNDED BY ONE acre of secluded gardens, Glenhest is a luxury home that wouldn’t be out of place in the depths of the Irish countryside. It is, however, located on Glenamuck Road South in urban Dublin 18.
There is bound to be a sense of escape as soon as you arrive. Hidden from the road and enveloped by established trees and planting, the grounds create an atmosphere more akin to a country home than a suburban spot. Despite its peaceful setting, Glenhest sits within easy reach of the city, major transport routes and some of Dublin’s best amenities.
The existing 315 m² house would make for a truly exceptional family home. Generous proportions and expansive grounds provide the ideal canvas for renovation, extension or a complete redesign. For buyers seeking a project in a premium location, the possibilities here are endless.
Location is another major draw. Glenhest enjoys being close to Carrickmines, Foxrock, Cabinteely and Stepaside, placing an excellent selection of cafés, boutiques, restaurants and everyday conveniences within reach. Residents are equally well served by an impressive range of recreational facilities, from golf courses and tennis clubs to parks, gyms and the Leopardstown Racecourse.
Families will appreciate the outstanding choice of nearby schools, including Loreto College Foxrock, Blackrock College, Mount Anville and Lycée Français d’Irlande, while several respected third-level institutions are also close by.
Despite its private setting, the Glenhest is exceptionally well-connected. The nearby Luas and M50 provide quick access to Dublin city centre and beyond, making Glenhest ideally positioned for family life.
A particularly appealing feature is the self-contained two-storey building within the grounds. Spanning 40 m², it offers flexible living arrangements that could suit older children, guests, a live-in carer or even a private home office. A detached garage further enhances the practicality of the estate, with ample room for storage, hobbies or even a collection of cars.
The gardens themselves are as impressive as the building. Broad lawns and mature planting combine to create a wonderfully private outdoor environment suited to family living, entertaining or simply enjoying the calm. The scale of the site also opens up intriguing future possibilities for development.
Properties offering this combination of scale, seclusion and opportunity are often hard to find for sale in south Dublin.
Glenhest, Glenamuck Road South, Dublin 18, is on the market for €1,650,000 through Savill’s.
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