1 Newtown Villas, Blackrock, A94 H0A4

Charming period cottage ideally located close to the sea, the DART, and all the amenities of Blackrock Village. Number 1 was built by the Dublin United Tramway Company in the early 1900s, for the tramway inspector, his wife and their ten children. It has recently been renovated throughout.

To the rear it is fully decked and surrounded by feature period walls giving the perfect space for totally private al-fresco dining alongside pots of flowers, herbs or vegetables. A doorway gives access to a secure rear entrance. This property is not overlooked.

This cottage is entered through a hallway lit by a large window, with an adjacent cloak room/storage area. In the heart of this home is a well presented living room with skylights, wood flooring and a modern electric fire. To the left are two bedrooms each with period cast iron corner fireplaces. To the rear is a bright Kitchen/Dining room flooded with natural light from glazed doors to the back patio. Beside this is the main bedroom which also has a window opening into this rear decking area. On the other side a lobby opens to the family bathroom.

This property is presented in walk-in condition. It has benefited from recent extensive dry-lining and insulation. The roof has recently been re-slated. It has gas fired central heating.

This pretty cottage with immense character will suit someone trading down, a single, a couple, or a small family. It is located in a cul-de-sac of 20 period cottages. The popular swimming point at Seapoint beach is just 10 minutes walk away. Seapoint is the closest DART station, just 550 metres (6 minutes walk) from the house. A pretty promenade along Idrone Terrace, with views over Dublin Bay, leads to Bath Place in the heart of Blackrock Village, which boasts a wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs, two shopping centres, a renowned medical clinic and an extensive park. Nearby are many highly regarded schools including Blackrock College, Sion Hill, St Andrew’s College, Willow Park and Carysfort National School. UCD is nearby and The Smurfit Graduate Business School is just up the road, while Trinity College and Dublin City Centre are easily accessible on the DART.

Viewing is highly recommended. Viewings are strictly by appointment.