a very impressive family residence
No 29 Ailesbury Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 D04ET26No. 29 Ailesbury Road is in the heart of prime Ballsbridge a wide tree lined avenue where many embassies and diplomatic residence historically are located. Ailesbury Road enjoys a leafy setting in Dublin 4s embassy belt with the convenience of being within walking distance of Dublins central business district and St. Stephens Green.No. 29 is located on the enviable southern side of Ailesbury Road and is widely considered as one of Dublins premier residential roads. This fine residence which extends to approx. 397sq. (4272 sq.ft) is a particularly handsome red brick and granite two storey over garden level period residence with uniform flight of granite steps leading to the front door, and in addition, with excellent off-street parking to the front and a south facing garden to the rear. The upper two floors of this very impressive end of terrace period residence, comprise 236 sq. m. / 2,540 sq. ft. (approx.) of exceptionally elegant, light-filled accommodation, have retained their numerous period features including wonderfully ornate and detailed cornice work in the two interconnecting reception rooms and hallway, as well as the marble mantlepieces in the interconnecting reception rooms.Originally in two spacious, self-contained apartments (pre-63) the accommodation is now laid out as follows:Arched Entrance PorchElegant, light-filled hallway with ornate ceilingMagnificent Drawing Room with folding doors to Dining Room, matching marble mantlepieces and ornate ceiling cornice workKitchenette on the ground floor returnBedroom 1 and w.c on first floor return3 fine double bedrooms on the first floorBed 5 and old-fashioned Bathroom and separate w.c. on the 2nd floor returnThis area of the house requires refurbishment and updating (subject to planning permission) to create a stunningly elegant home.The garden level has been extensively upgraded in recent years and is in very good decorative order and extends to approx. 167 sq.m / 1798 sqft . It is accessed by a side entrance under the front steps. Off the hall there are two bedrooms one which has the benefit of an en-suite overlooking the front garden and a family bathroom. The hall leads to a bright split level open plan living room with fireplace with gas fire insert and access to the south facing rear garden. The living room leads to a dining area which leads to a country style kitchen with rust stone floor tiles. The kitchen has access to the rear garden. The main bedroom with en-suite shower room and dressing room complete the accommodation as this level.Of significant additional appeal is the fact that the property is being sold with the benefit of full planning permission for a contemporary, two storey extension to the side of the property, which would provide an additional 50 sq. m./538 sq. ft. (approx.).This is a wonderful, exciting opportunity for a discerning purchaser to buy a very impressive family residence providing bright spacious and elegant accommodation, whilst offering tremendous potential to create a truly exceptional family home on one of Dublins most sought-after addresses. LocationAilesbury Road enjoys a setting in Dublin 4s embassy belt with the convenience of being within walking distance of Dublins Central Business District and St. Stephens Green. The villages of Ballsbridge and Donnybrook are a short stroll away with their array of fashionable shops, boutiques and restaurants. A wide range of recreational facilities are nearby such as Herbert Park with its 32 acres of grounds with extensive range of amenities that include bowling greens, football pitches, tennis courts, and café. Also close by are the Aviva Stadium, the RDS Showgrounds and Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club. There is an excellent choice of schools and third level colleges on hand to include Michaels College, St.Conlethss College, Loreto College St. Stephens Green, Muckross College, Teresian Primary & Secondary School, UCD and Trinity College Dublin. Ballsbridge benefits from many of the citys top restaurants and hotels including Rolys Bistro, Inter-Continental Hotel and the Dylan Hotel. Sydney Parade DART station is only a short walk and Dublin International Airport within easy access via the Port Tunnel.FeaturesFine residence extending to approx. 397 sq.m / 4272 sq.ftProperty requires upgrading to fulfil its potential as a wonderful, elegant family homeFirst and second floor comprise gracious hall, drawing, dining, kitchen, shower room, 4 beds, bathroom, guest w.c and extends to approx. 236 sqm / 2540 sq.ftGarden level comprises hall, living, dining, kitchen breakfast room, 3 beds, 2 en-suite, bathroom extends to approx. 167 sq.m / 1798 sq.ftImpressive period features including embellished cornices, marble fireplacesProperty having the added benefit of planning permission for a contemporary 2 storey extension to the side Wonderful opportunity to purchase an impressive family residence offering tremendous potential Superb location on one of Dublins premier roads.GFCHBER Exempt