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Explore this luxury home in the Howth hills with its own pool, spa, putting green and more
Censure House was once the home of the late Jennifer Guinness.
STANDING PROUDLY ON the picturesque Censure Road in Howth is Censure House. This sprawling Georgian estate, set on 9 acres of stunning landscape, offers luxury living and brilliant views across Dublin Bay. You might expect nothing less from a home with Guinness connections. Censure House was once the home of the late Jennifer Guinness who married into the famous brewing family.
Showcasing a perfect blend of historical grandeur and contemporary luxury, this mansions spans a whopping 1365 m². The property stands gracefully at the end of Ceanchor Road, offering uninterrupted views of Dublin Bay and boasting generous, well-proportioned spaces ideal for modern family living.
Upon entering, a grand entrance hall sets the tone, adorned with a double-height ceiling and a reception area centred around a gas fireplace. The primary reception rooms, accessed from this hall, feature floor-to-ceiling French doors leading to a south facing terrace. From the terrace you are guaranteed amazing sea views.
Elegance, sophistication, and panoramic coastal views unite here. This Georgian residence dates to 1830 but has been extensively refurbished over the centuries bringing it right up to date.
The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is a hub for family activities, allowing everyone to do their own thing while spending time together. The space boasts sleek German-designed LEICHT fittings, marble work surfaces and a double-sized electric AGA to create a sophisticated yet functional space.
Adjacent to this large open plan space is the swimming pool wing. It comes complete with a home spa and even changing rooms. The bright, naturally lit indoor swimming pool is sure to elevate any house parties. And whoever buys Censure House next will just have to accept the fact that visitors will be a regular occurrence throughout the year.
This huge home is spread over three levels and includes a basement with even more surprises. There’ll be no excuse when it comes to hosting guests as the basement is home to its own self contained area complete with a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living area. There is also a wine cellar and a cinema room/billiards room for endless entertainment.
The first floor houses the remaining six bedrooms that all have their own en suite bathrooms and one even has a kitchenette. A gym and a putting green add to the utter luxury of this floor. The main suite has a generous dressing room, an en suite bathroom and private balcony access.
The estate’s nine acres of gardens feature mature trees, sprawling lawns, vegetable gardens, stables and a secret seaside garden offering super views. The property’s private gate provides access to the Howth cliff walk and Jameson Beach, perfect for enjoying the peninsula’s scenic coast.
Howth is a vibrant seaside town that has a great food scene, lots of outdoor activities to enjoy, prestigious schools to attend and a rich cultural heritage.
Censure House is the epitome of modern mansion living. It has been transformed over the years yet its Georgian grandeur hasn’t been lost. And, while the price isn’t specified there’s no doubt whoever buys Censure House will need deep pockets.
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