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FLANKED BY THE villages of Donnybrook and Ranelagh, and just a short walk from St. Stephen’s Green, 102 Marlborough Road is a classic Victorian home automatically making it one that’s steeped in history. Built in about 1856, this magnificent period build seamlessly blends classic grandeur with lots of potential when it comes to reconfiguration.
To the front, a large gravel driveway provides ample off-street parking, while the property also benefits from gated side access leading to a private laneway.
Spanning almost 285m² over three generous levels, this home is a lesson in timeless elegance. Its soaring 11ft ceilings, intricate cornicing and coving and original period fireplaces all nod to the refined craftsmanship of the Victorian era. Light floods through the tall sash windows, enhancing the home’s sense of space and grandeur.
Each room is beautifully proportioned, with a stately drawing room, a charming study and a sophisticated sitting room, all waiting to be personalised by new owners. The magnificent staircase, complemented by roof lights, enhances the home’s natural lighting, adding to the property’s unbeatable character.
Six generously-sized bedrooms are spread across all levels of this two-storey over basement home. The garden level is somewhat self-contained and has its own entrance that leads to two bedrooms with their own bathrooms along with living areas and even kitchenettes. A slight reconfiguration would integrate the dining and kitchen area into the whole house for those wishing to create a more cohesive family home.
The first floor is home to a potential seventh bedroom, home office and living room. The top floor has four more bedrooms, a store and a large family bathroom.
One of the home’s most remarkable features is its large 32 metre-long south-facing garden that’s accessed via the lowest level and one of the kitchenettes. This sun-drenched retreat basks in afternoon and evening light. Whether you dream of a tranquil outdoor oasis, a children’s play area or a space for entertaining, the possibilities are endless. For those with an eye on the future, the garden also presents potential for additional living or office space – subject to planning permission, of course.
Marlborough Road offers the best of both worlds: the peace and elegance of a tree-lined street, yet with all the energy of a city on the doorstep. The home is perfectly located between Donnybrook and Ranelagh, two of Dublin’s most popular neighbourhoods, brimming with gourmet restaurants, boutique shops and charming cafés.
For nature lovers, Herbert Park is just moments away. This 32-acre park is home to picturesque ponds, sprawling lawns, tennis courts, a bowling club and a scenic walking path, making it a super spot for relaxation and recreation in the city. The weekly farmers’ market is a local favourite, too.
Families will have their pick of some of Dublin’s top schools, including Muckross Park College, Sandford Park, Alexandra College and Gonzaga College.
102 Marlborough Road is a piece of Dublin’s culture – a space filled with character and a blank canvas for the next chapter in its longstanding story.
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