Easton Lodge, Bellevue Hill, Delgany, Co Wicklow,

Description

Visually charming, and set in idyllic sheltered gardens c. 1/3 acre providing a glory of colour and bordered by a little stream, Easton Lodge was the residence of the late Count Tolstoy who also established a private language school here. Tastefully updated and extended in sympathy with the original, the house comes to market with modern conveniences enhancing period character; light-filled rooms; and fairytale gardens approached by a gravel avenue. Within c. 0.7km of Delgany Village where birdsong and church bells blend timelessly, the N11 / M11 and M50 link is truly convenient via Glen of the Downs; and Greystones DART station is within minutes' drive.

Once comprising two Bellevue Estate (La Touche) cottages which were first linked (to make one larger residence supporting a guest house and dairy farm); then vertically subdivided to form Easton House, Easton Mews, and Easton Lodge, this property has been witness to some interesting times and colourful people. Nephew to the author of War and Peace (Leo Tolstoy), Count and Countess Tolstoy lived out their days between 1950 and 1982 at Easton in genteel academic surroundings - she a Princess by birth, of Belgian extraction; he running a language school. The Countess reputedly maintained a keen interest in shipping with a copy of Lloyds Register to hand, and a telescope in the upper bedroom window, keeping an eye on maritime traffic on the Irish Sea.

Today this is a warm inviting home, somewhere to work and / or seek refuge from a busy world; but always in touch with essential amenities; village inns and shops, schools, public transport, leisure and sporting amenities - just minutes from the N11 for commuters and a few minutes' drive from Greystones DART. 

Living accommodation extends to c. 179.1 sq.m / 1,928 sq.ft and is presented in good order.

ACCOMMODATION

OUTER PORCH, WITH HARDWOOD GLAZED SCREEN AND DOOR: 2.80m x 2.0m (9'2" x 6'6")
With tiled floor, and glazed door to livingroom. Period pillar-flanked hall door to:-

RECEPTION HALL: 2.0m x 3.78m max (6'6" x 12'4")
Understairs cupboard.

GUEST WC / WHB, off

DRAWINGROOM / DININGROOM: 6.05m x 3.78m (19'9" x 12'4")
Period fireplace with cast metal inset. Wall lights.

LIVINGROOM: 5.5m x 4.2m (18'0" x 13'8")
Tiled plinth supporting Jotul woodburning stove. TV point. Electric convector / radiator. Glazed double doors intercommunicate with:

BREAKFASTROOM: 3.75m x 3.75m (12'3" x 12'3")
Gas fired (from bulk tank) Rayburn 2-oven cooker (also working the central heating). Ceiling spot cluster lights. Pine fitted cupboard and shelf unit. Arch to:

KITCHEN: 4.0m x 2.26m (13'1" x 7'4")
Tiled floor. Wall and floor level cupboards incorporating cork worktop. Stainless steel sink and drainer. Tiled splashback. Ample power points. Plumbed for washing machine; space for fridge-freezer and for cabinet freezer. Door to garden. Steps from breakfastroom to:

CONSERVATORY: 4.8m x 2.75m (15'7" x 9'0")
Tiled floor. Door to garden.

UPSTAIRS
Off a gallery landing, there are three bedrooms:-

BEDROOM 1: 5.2m x 3.9m (17'1" x 12'8")
Period cast metal surround and timber fireplace. Extensive built-in wardrobes and bed alcove fitted with reading / bedside lights.

BATHROOM: 3.5m x 1.75m (11'5" x 5'7")
Tongue-and-grooved timber floor; wc; whb. Bath with power shower fitting. Hotpress and immersion heater.

BEDROOM 2: 4.02m x 2.96m (13'2" x 9'7")
Wall cupboard; telephone points (2 lines). Niche alcove shelving.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE: 5.63m x 4.25m overall (18'5" x 13'9")
Including
EN-SUITE SHOWER-ROOM:
With tiled (power) shower; wc and whb. Built in wardrobes and TV point (in bedroom).

GALLERY LANDING: 3.5m x 2.1m (11'5" x 6'9")
Lobby with deep alcove cupboard c. 0.9m x 3.95m (2'10" x 12'10")

OUTSIDE
Aluminium-framed greenhouse.
Workshop (with power and light) c. 4.2m x 2.55m (13'8" x 8'4"), gross external measurements.
Timber garden shed c. 2.5m x 2.45m (8'2" x 8'0")

THE GARDENS
Approached from Bellevue Hill via Easton's private estate road and a gravel avenue shared with Easton Mews, the gardens at Easton Lodge extend to c. 1/3 acre and are sunsoaked and private; sheltered by mature hedges and boundary timber. Some fine specimen plants and flowering shrubs lend appeal, and seasonal colour includes clematis over a pergola. Lawns in front of and behind the house are complimented by gravel walkways, planters and ground cover; with some fruit trees.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and telecom line. Gas fired radiator central heating with electric background backup. Drainage by group private waste water treatment plant (annual modest service charge for maintenance / monitoring).

TENURE
Freehold

VIEWING
By prior appointment with the sole selling agents.

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