Dublin 8 €700,000: Number 10 Inchicore Terrace North, a three-bedroom railway cottage in Inchicore, Dublin 8, has an airy and chic feel thanks to a sensitive makeover from its artist owner who has lived there for 20 years.
A meticulous restoration programme and a few modern touches combine to make for a beautiful period home with a hint of the rustic. Sash windows have been restored and fitted with old glass, original floorboards have been polished and salvaged antique fittings installed.
Part of the CIÉ Works in Inchicore, it is one of around 100 homes dating from 1847 built for railway workers. The double-fronted house is for sale through Douglas Newman Good by private treaty for €700,000.
A postcard-pretty exterior, with wild flower lawns and smart red door, sets the tone for this double-fronted 90sq m (973sq ft) house. Two reception rooms have original polished floorboards and fireplaces. The rear reception room, or parlour, has double doors out to the garden. The kitchen/diningroom has a Belfast sink and an exposed brick chimney breast which houses an old cast-iron stove. Double doors also lead out to the back garden. A pantry/utility area completes the downstairs layout.
Upstairs there are two double and one single bedroom. Three large Velux windows have also been installed upstairs. Internal windows fitted with leaded art deco glass above the doors maximise light. The rear garden has a gravelled seating area.
DNG is also handling the sale of three more CIÉ Works properties in Inchicore.Number 21 East Square has a guide price of €450,000 prior to auction on May 3rd; 6 St Patrick's Terrace is for sale by private treaty for €500,000; and 8 Inchicore Terrace North is priced at €635,000.
