Blackthorn Lodge, Barnamire, Enniskerry, Co Wickliow,

Description

Set on about two acres' garden and paddock in the most scenic Glencree valley, this spacious family dormer bungalow offers truly versatile living accommodation, and an integral garage offering conversion potential. The principal rooms and the c. 53 sq m (c. 573 sq ft) deck enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views over the valley to Djouce and Mount Maulin mountains beyond.

Serenity in touch with suburban convenience is the keynote here; schools and leisure amenities at nearby Enniskerry, easy access to the M50 over the mountain, or Bray DART for commuters- and, all the while, marvelling at the setting enjoyed on this c. 210 sq m / 2,259 sq ft residence, built in 1996 for the vendors by craftsman builder Eamonn Holmes.

Ranged about by mature forestry, enjoying a perfect orientation for maximum solar gain and scenic outlook, Blackthorn Lodge is set well back from the road and is really private. Nature lovers can indulge their interest to the full; whether to wake up to birdsong, observe wildlife in a tranquil setting, or watch some deer crossing the garden to sheltered hillside grazing. Room here for a pony, also; and perhaps an organic kitchen garden- the options are boundless. A serpentine avenue follows the contours down from the roadside granite piers, to a level parking and circulation area by the house; which in turn lends vehicular access to the lower garden area bordered by a little stream.

Family purchasers will appreciate the choice of primary schools nearby at Curtlestown and Enniskerry; commuters can access the N11 / M11 easily or join the M50 in a short-cut across the hill via Glencree; and some of Wicklow's most popular scenic venues are minutes' drive- Powerscourt Waterfall, Glencree, Roundwood Lakes, Sally Gap to mention just a few. Numerous golf clubs are close by (including Powerscourt and world-class Druid's Glen); and country pursuits abound locally- pony-trekking and hill-walking especially.

ACCOMMODATION
Hardwood-framed glazed screen and hall door from veranda porch access the:

RECEPTION HALL: 6.8m x 3.35m (22'3" x 10'9")
With radiator cover and phone point. Space for computer / work station beneath gallery stairwell.

GUEST WC / WHB off hall.

SITTINGROOM: 5.3m x 4.2m (17'4" x 13'8")
A lovely 'square' room with dual aspect for daytime views and evening sun. Timber feature fireplace surround with cast-metal inset and polished marble hearth. TV point.

DININGROOM: 3.92m x 3.8m (12'9" x 12'5")
Tongue-and-grooved floor; double doors intercommunicating with kitchen; glazed patio sliding doors to extensive deck measuring 11.1m x 4.8m (36'4" x 15'7"), running the entire width of the house, to the rear.

EAT-IN KITCHEN: 4.2m x 3.95m (13'8" x 12'9")
Custom made "warm white" wall and floor level cupboard units incorporating larder shelved unit, extensive worktop area with ample power points; stainless steel sink and drainer; and integrated appliances including Zanussi dishwasher, Zanussi 4-plate halogen hob and overhead extractor hood, double oven, Hotpoint fridge-freezer. Recessed downlighters.

UTILITY ROOM: 2.8m x 1.55m (9'2" x 5'1")
Plumbed for washing machine, space for dryer; door to garden.

GROUND FLOOR

BEDROOM 1: 2.8m x 2.6m (9'2" x 8'5")
Tongue-and-grooved timber floor. Wall TV bracket.

Elsewhere, off the hall, a door leads to;

BOOTROOM: 1.8m x 2.97m (5'9" x 9'7")
Space for freezer; and "Grant" central heating boiler.

INTEGRAL DOUBLE GARAGE: 6.1m x 5.73m (20'0" x 18'8")
With power and light; hardwood double doors.

FIRST FLOOR

GALLERY LANDING: 8.35m x 1.5m (av.) (27'4" x 4'9")
Computer / workstation overlooking garden.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE: 4.4m x 3.67m overall (14'4" x 12'0")
Including bedroom with attic access and en-suite shower room with whb, wc and tiled Mira electric shower with mechanical extractor fan. Wall shaver-light.

BEDROOM 3: 3.0m x 3.35m (9'8" x 10'9")
Tongue-and-grooved floor.

BEDROOM 4: 2.76m x 3.52m (9'1" x 11'5")
Tongue-and-grooved floor; eaves / attic access.

FAMILY BATHROOM: 2.78m x 2.15m (9'1" x 7'1")
Whb with shaver socket and light over; wc; bath with tiled surround and shower mixer tap.

HOTPRESS off landing with immersion heater.

Door from landing to:

ROOFSPACE AREA (over garage): 8.3m x 2.95m (27'2" x 9'7")
Fully floored for storage, or hobby activity.

OUTSIDE
Beside the avene leading down to the house, a double gate opens to a woodland area where one can walk downhill parallel with an old stream-bed.
Lawned gardens surround the residence, with post-and-rail timber fencing ideal for grazing.
A fenced off vegetable / herb garden has some fruit trees; while another "wild" area supports ferns, hollies and a variety of trees which also make the boundaries.
There is forestry to the east and south; and a little stream at the lower end of the garden.

SERVICES
Mains electricity and telephone line; own well water supply; oil fired radiator central heating.

TENURE
Freehold

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