Fernhurst, The Birches, Torquay Road, Foxrock, Dublin 18,

* Presented in excellent order and tastefully appointed throughout

* Rooms of generous dimensions extending to 346 sq m (3,725 sq ft)

* Secluded landscaped grounds of excess 1/3 acre enjoying a sunny south orientation

* Redesigned and redecorated by the Interior Designer owner

* "Christians" style kitchen and Dressing Room

* Hamptons hardwood conservatory

* French oak flooring

* Solid mahogany doors

* Quality tiling

* Handcrafted radiator covers

* Wired throughout for Bose music system

* Audio intercom

* Adams original fireplace

* Fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and kitchen appliances as listed are included in the sale

Standing on truly tranquil grounds of excess 1/3 acre this magnificent detached colonial style residence boasts elegance, luxury and style. Tastefully remodelled and lavishly redecorated by the Interior Designer owner "Fernhurst", The Birches, enjoys rooms of generous dimensions and feature high ceilings extending to 346 sq m (3,725 sq ft). The graceful accommodation encompasses all that a discerning purchaser requires both in architectural layout and interior design.

The exacting standards of this four bedroom residence are carried through to the sunny south facing patio and gardens lined with a host of herbaceous borders, specimen trees and mature high hedging affording privacy and seclusion.

The Birches is an exclusive family friendly development located just off Torquay Road and within a leisurely stroll of Foxrock village and a host of amenities including the Foxrock golf club, Carrickmines Lawn Tennis Club and Leopardstown racecourse. It also enjoys easy access to excellent transport links allowing an easy commute to the city centre, airport, universities and schools.

ENTRANCE PORCH

2.16m(7'1'') x 1.09m(3'7'')

Recessed lighting and limestone tiled floor. Double mahogany doors to:-

RECEPTION HALL

8.64m(28'4'') x 3.45m(11'4'')

Double mahogany doors leading to all Reception Rooms. Decorative radiator cover and recessed lighting. Limestone tiled floor and ornate ceiling coving. Understairs storage.

GUEST W.C

White suite incorporating wash hand basin, wall mirror, heated towel rail and w.c. Feature hand painted wall mural and port hole window. Limestone tiled floor and recessed lighting.

DRAWING ROOM

6.34m(20'10'') x 4.84m(15'11'')

Impressive original Adams marble fireplace with hand carved detail and original grate, brass surround, slate inset and slate hearth. Ornate ceiling coving and recessed lighting.

French doors to the garden.

DINING ROOM

4.80m(15'9'') x 4.50m(14'9'')

Attractive fireplace with slate inset and marble hearth incorporating a coal effect gas fire and flanked by wall to wall solid oak library shelving and panelling. Recessed lighting, attractive ceiling coving and French oak floor. French doors to gardens.

FAMILY ROOM

5.18m(17'0'') x 3.80m(12'6'')

Feature marble fireplace with slate inset and slate hearth incorporating a coal effect gas fire activated by remote control. Attractive ceiling coving and French oak floor.

French doors to gardens.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

6.57m(21'7'') x 5.15m(16'11'')

Superb owner designed "Christians" style kitchen incorporating granite worktop areas with granite surround and incorporating a stainless steel double sink unit. Quality appliances including a Britannia range with a six ring hob and double oven with feature tiling background and concealed Blanco extractor and built-in General Electric American style fridge/freezer. Feature island unit with a granite worktop incorporating a built in Fisher & Paykel double drawer dishwasher and Brandt microwave. Decorative radiator cover and recessed lighting. Views from the porthole window & window seat onto the picturesque gardens. French oak floors.

CONSERVATORY

2.74m(9'0'') x 4.55m(14'11'')

Hamptons hardwood conservatory with French oak floor.

UTILITY

3.81m(12'6'') x 1.30m(4'3'')

Range of fitted units incorporating a belfast style sink and washing machine and dryer. Tiled floor.

Door to the garden.

STAIRCASE TO FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

8.64m(28'4'') x 4.55m(14'11'')

Spacious hotpress with lagged cylinder. Decorative radiator covers.

MASTER SUITE

BEDROOM

4.56m(15'0'') x 4.48m(14'8'')

Decorative radiator covers. Frech doors to balcony.

DRESSING AREA

4.54m(14'11'') x 3.71m(12'2'')

Superb range of owner designed wall to wall, floor to ceiling hanging units and shelving and granite top double vanity unit with circular wash hand basins. Detailed matching architraves throughout the room. Full length wall mirrors and decorative radiator cover. Recessed lighting.

ENSUITE

2.05m(6'9'') x 1.78m(5'10'')

White suite incorporating fully tiled Grohe controlled power shower unit & w.c. Porcelain tiled walls and floor. Recessed lighting.

BEDROOM 2

4.45m(14'7'') x 4.16m(13'8'')

Decorative radiator cover.

ENSUITE

White suite incorporating fully tiled Mira controlled power shower unit, pedestal whb & w.c. Tiled walls and floor.

BEDROOM 3

5.65m(18'6'') x 3.52m(11'7'')

Measured into feature bay window. Double fitted wardrobes. Recessed lighting.

BEDROOM 4

4.82m(15'10'') x 2.71m(8'11'')

Double fitted wardrobes and recessed lighting.

BATHROOM

3.80m(12'6'') x 2.12m(6'11'')

White suite incoporating a sunken bath with tiled surround, Triton controlled power shower, feature vanity unit with twin circular wash hand basins, large wall mirror with detailed tile border and w.c. Tiled walls and floor.

STAIRCASE TO SECOND FLOOR

PLAYROOM

9.55m(31'4'') x 5.30m(17'5'')

Picture windows overlooking the gardens. Wall mounted Philips 42" plasma screen. Recessed lighting.

GUEST W.C

White suite incorporating pedestal whb and w.c.

OUTSIDE

GARAGE

5.00m(16'5'') x 3.95m(13'0'')

With central heating and electrics. Access to spacious attic.

HOME OFFICE

4.02m(13'2'') x 1.85m(6'1'')

Wall to wall shelving units and internet connection.

GARDEN ROOM

4.13m(13'7'') x 1.55m(5'1'')

THE GROUNDS

Approached via electronic gates the sweeping driveway at "Fernhurst" is lined with specimen trees and shrubs affording complete privacy. The tranquility of the grounds is enhanced by the flow of the pond and the humming of the birds.

Dual side entrances lead to the sunny south facing rear garden with expansive manicured lawns, sandstone patio areas, colourful flowering beds, herbaceous borders and specimen trees. Standing tall at the rear of the garden is a custom built tree house offering a perfect hideaway for the young and playful.