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Former home of a stargazing earl hits the market in Monkstown for €2,950,000
This one is sure to pique the interest of any history buff.
STANDING AT THE junction of Eaton Place and Belgrave Road, 1 Eaton Place is one of a row of red-brick homes with striking flights of granite steps to the front door. This end of terrace coastal home is somewhat of a tourist attraction.
At the entrance, you’ll spot a Dublin Tourism plaque that marks the house as the final home of William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse. He was the astronomer associated with the Great Telescope at Birr and for a house with such expansive views, a former resident accustomed to looking towards the sky seems fitting.
There may be plenty to admire behind the closed doors of 1 Eaton Place, whoever buys this period home will probably spend most of their morning looking out. From the main bedroom, two tall sash windows frame Dublin Bay, giving the morning routine an enviable backdrop.
Downstairs, marble fireplaces, panelled walls and interconnecting reception rooms supply the architectural appeal, while a south-facing garden brings a sunnier dimension to this luxurious Monkstown home.
The space extends to 312.5 m, with five bedrooms across the upper floors and basement. Throughout, decorative plasterwork and generous proportions sit alongside considered modern additions, including replacement double-glazed windows.
Beyond the front door, a long reception hall introduces wide-plank oak flooring, timber panelling and intricate cornicing. The drawing room takes full advantage of its position at the front of the house, with a large bay window looking towards the water. Herringbone oak flooring and a marble fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove give the room warmth as well as polish.
Folding double doors connect it to a second reception room, where the flooring, panelling and another marble fireplace continue the visual rhythm. Opened together, the rooms offer plenty of scope for a party; closed off, they allow family life to spread out without everyone being on top of one another.
At the back, the kitchen shifts the mood towards something more relaxed. Hand-painted cabinetry, quartz worktops and an antique mirrored splashback bring texture and light, while built-in seating makes space for lingering over breakfast. Neff appliances include double ovens and a warming oven, with an integrated dishwasher and fridge-freezer keeping the finish streamlined.
The strongest feature here is the relationship with the garden. Full-height sliding glazing opens onto the south-facing outdoor space, extending the outlook beyond the dining table and bringing daylight deep into the room.
Upstairs, the main bedroom stretches across the front of the house. Alongside those bay views, it has extensive fitted storage, decorative cornicing and a ceiling rose. A second large bedroom overlooks the back garden, while another bedroom on the upper return has its own shower room. The family bathroom includes twin basins, a bath and a generous shower with integrated seating.
The basement adds a useful layer of flexibility. With its own front entrance, it contains two further bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room and a fitted kitchen, with access to a private courtyard. That arrangement could suit visiting family or a household seeking more independence under one roof, while retaining an internal connection to the main house.
Outside, granite paving, established planting and old stone boundary walls create a sheltered setting for dining and relaxing. A detached Shomera at the end of the garden offers space for a home office, studio or gym, and pedestrian access to the back is a practical bonus.
Monkstown village is a short walk away, putting cafés, restaurants and local shops within easy reach. The seafront is closer still, with Seapoint swimming, coastal walks and nearby DART stations adding to the everyday appeal.
For all its formal rooms and historical associations, 1 Eaton Place has the ingredients for an easy-going coastal life.
1 Eaton Place, Monkstown, Co Dublin is on the market for €2,950,000 through Lisney Sotheby’s.
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