WHETHER A VISTA that looks out across Bray Head and the Irish Sea, or a townhouse near the bustling city centre, South Dublin is home to many special properties. 

If you are in the market for an aspirational, exclusive home that stands out from everything else, located in the heart of one of South Dublin’s many beautiful suburbs, then we have some very exciting offerings for you to feast your eyes on.

There are many unique gems to be found on the Irish housing market, and there is no better place to find these homes than on Daft.ie, the premier site for luxury Irish homes.

27 Kenilworth Square West, Rathgar, Dublin 6 — €2,800,000

Built around 1854, 27 Kenilworth Square West is an emblem of Victorian grandeur and prestige, nestled between a number of South Dublin’s most desirable suburbs. With a stucco portico flanked by ornate dragon corbels that stand out against the property’s elegant red brick facade, the home greets you with an immediate sense of luxury. 

The rooms of this five-bed, four-bath home are generously sized, and its ground floor boasts wonderful spaces for either entertaining or comfortable day-to-day living, including interconnecting drawing and dining rooms, a large living room, and a playroom. 

This home is especially ideal for families, and is served by a wide range of highly regarded junior and senior schools such as Rathgar Junior School, Rathgar National School, Zion Parish School, St. Louis, Stratford College, Terenure College, St Mary’s College, Sandford Park, Gonzaga College, Alexandra College, and The High School. 

On the market for €2,800,000 with Sherry Fitzgerald. 

Torca Lodge, Torca Road, Dalkey, Co. Dublin — €2,500,000

A detached six-bed in one of Dublin’s most exclusive coastal suburbs, Torca Lodge boasts 275 square metres between its two floors. Upon entering through the hall, there are two dual aspect reception rooms with period features in this home that balance the classic with modern comforts. The kitchen (fitted with Shaker-style units) and dining room are at the heart of this home and connect nicely to the garden through a set of French doors. There is also a sunroom which opens out into the side section of the sunny, wraparound garden. 

Five of the bedrooms are on the first floor level, and through the master bedroom, you can access the south-facing terrace with spectacular panoramic views out to Bray and the Sugar Loaf. The rear garden of the home stretches as far as approximately 22m in length, making it ideal for al fresco dining, barbecues or hosting garden parties in the summertime. 

On the market for €2,500,000 with Lisney Sothebys Internaional Realty.

21 Sycamore Road, Mount Merrion, Co. Dublin — €1,795,000

This four-bed, four-bath is a unique opportunity to own a Kenny-built family home which has been both remodelled and extended over the years. Situated on one of the most aspirational residential roads in South Dublin, this home 

Anyone with a passion for the culinary will be thrilled by the kitchen in this home, meticulously equipped with premium Siemens appliances, bespoke storage solutions, and a central island designed for both function and conviviality. Natural light and access to the rear garden help create a comfortable, practical working space.

On the market for €1,795,000 with Lisney Sothebys International Realty.

3 Cairnbrook, Dublin 18, Carrickmines, Dublin 18 — €1,595,000

This detached family home is located near the villages of Foxrock, Cabinteely and Stepaside, and greets you with a double-height reception hallway. To the left is a family room with a feature limestone fireplace with cottage basket coal-effect gas fires. This property includes a bespoke Allmilmo-fitted kitchen, which has featured in an interior design magazine, speaking to its enviable quality. 

The home also comes with several unique and exciting features, including underfloor heating in its bathrooms and en-suites, as well as a speaker craft multi-room audio system, including ceiling speakers, making this five-bed, five-bath home the perfect home for anyone who loves to host. 

Perhaps what separates this home from all others on the market is its upper floor, comprising of light-filled landing with a minstrel gallery overlooking the hall. The main suite presents a delightful bedroom with a turret seating area, a walk-in wardrobe with Savile Row style hanging and shelving space and a generous bathroom. There are two further double bedrooms enjoying shower rooms, an ensuite and a large family bathroom, complementing the final two double bedrooms. 

On the market for €1,595,000 with Hunters.

1 Carlton Mews, Shelbourne Avenue, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 — €1,475,000

Moments from the idyllic location of Herbert Park in prime D4, this three-bed, three-bath — which has been renovated and extended to the highest standards under the guidance of JFOC architects — is a rare find on the Irish housing market. 

A bespoke kitchen is flooded with light via full-width skylight and expansive windows, and the home’s principal bedroom suite features a generous walk-in wardrobe and an elegant ensuite with bespoke fittings and thoughtful design throughout. Notably, the attic of this home is pre-plumbed and pre-wired, meaning that it is primed for conversion into a fourth bedroom.

The location of this property balances exclusivity with convenience, as it is just a two-minute walk from the Lansdowne DART station, connecting you with Dublin’s bustling city centre and the entire Dublin coastline. 

On the market for €1,475,000 with Moovingo.

6 Belgrave Road, Dublin 6, Rathmines, Dublin 6 — €1,850,000

This townhouse in central South Dublin is characterised by its natural sunlight, its high ceilings, its period features, and a well-appointed kitchen. Both the living room and dining room boast marble mantlepieces with slate and brass insets, ceiling cornices, centre roses and window shutters.

The layout of this home offers you incredible versatility. Depending on your preference, this home can be used as both a home and an additional rental property (this is its current state), as an elegant four-to-five-bedroom family home with an additional separate two-bedroom apartment for extended family or guests. Finally, both can be amalgamated into a single, seven-bed family home. The apartment is located in the home’s rear garden and comes with its own separate entrance. 

Located near a range of public transport options, including the Beechwood Luas stop on the Green Line and a range of in-demand secondary schools, this home is perfect for families. 

On the market for €1,850,000 with Mullery O’Gara.

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