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PERCHED ABOVE THE glistening Irish Sea with panoramic views, Mentone is a Victorian home that has been reimagined for 21st century luxury living. Located in the heart of Killiney, the coastal enclave home to the stars, this grand double-fronted house is the epitome of period elegance blended with modern craftsmanship.
On arrival, you’re met with electric gates and a gravel driveway, where Mentone sits on 1.43 acres of landscaped grounds designed by Rachel Lamb Garden Design. The setting is peaceful and private, with mature trees, manicured lawns and a west facing sun terrace that’s ideal for evening entertaining.
The interiors, redesigned by Minnie Peters Interior Design with structural refurbishments by B&C Building Contractors fold contemporary touches into the Victorian grandeur.
Stepping inside, you are greeted by a grand entrance porch with original mosaic tiling that leads into a magnificent reception hall. Reclaimed oak flooring, intricate cornicing and ceiling roses nod to the home’s historic roots, while bespoke joinery and carefully chosen finishes bring spaces up to the 21st century.
The formal living room, bathed in natural light from its dual aspect windows, features a show-stopping white Italianate marble chimneypiece, while the adjoining snug offers a cosier retreat, finished in warm oak panelling, a Chesney stove and built-in bookcases.
An adjoining Orangerie-style dining room capitalises on the light and sea views, with exposed beams, an open fireplace and full-height Crittall-style French doors that lead out to the sandstone terrace. It’s a perfect indoor/outdoor transition.
At the heart of Mentone lies the bespoke Andrew Ryan kitchen. This space is as functional as it is beautiful. With its solid oak island, quartz countertops and a classic four-oven electric Aga, this is a space designed for culinary creativity and family gatherings. A curved freestanding fridge, walk-in pantry and integrated Siemens appliances ensure no mod con is left behind.
Upstairs, the main suite offers panoramic views stretching from Killiney Hill to Dalkey Island and the Wicklow Mountains. The bedroom is fitted with bespoke cabinetry and oak flooring, while a separate dressing room and marble-clad en suite bathroom complete the retreat.
Three more bedrooms on the first floor are all generous in size and feature hand-crafted wardrobes and super attention to detail. A fifth bedroom, currently used as a home office, sits on the upper return and grants access to the tower lookout for 360 degree coastal views.
The exterior of the property immediately makes a statement with its impressive Italianate tower and sash windows, set on a corner plot at the junction of Station Road and Military Road. From every reception room, the house enjoys breathtaking sea views that are each as impressive as the last.
The landscaped grounds comprises a west facing sun terrace, walled gardens and secluded courtyard providing plenty of outdoor zones for entertaining, relaxing or playing. A robotic lawnmower system keeps lawns looking good while 12 photovoltaic solar panels underline the home’s commitment to sustainability.
The separate Gate Lodge offers a fully self-contained guesthouse, ideal for long staying guests or more private home office. It includes a kitchen with living space, bedroom and shower room, as well as further storage areas discreetly tucked away.
Killiney has long been associated with elegance and exclusivity, often compared to the Amalfi Coast thanks to its dramatic landscapes and Mediterranean-style views. Mentone is ideally located just a short stroll from Killiney Beach and the DART station, providing easy access to Dublin city centre. Dalkey and Glasthule are filled with artisan shops, fine dining and vibrant cultural life, while nearby schools such as Holy Child, Loreto Abbey and Blackrock College make the area particularly appealing to families.
Mentone encapsulates the romance of the past and the comfort of contemporary living. Whether you’re watching the sun rise over the sea from your bedroom, hosting friends on the terrace or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, Mentone offers all of this and much, much more.
Mentone, Marino Avenue East, Killiney is on the market for €7,500,000 through Lisney Sotheby’s.
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