Myville
55 Hollybrook Road
Clontarf
Dublin 3
D03 W821

Built circa 1924, 55 Hollybrook Road is a charming three-bedroom red-brick detached residence, ideally positioned just moments from the Clontarf seafront and its stunning coastal walks. The property retains many original features synonymous with its era, including distinctive bay windows, high ceilings, picture and dado rails and original fireplaces. Extending to approximately 109 sq.m (1,173 sq.ft), the accommodation is both well-proportioned and welcoming. On entering, a spacious entrance hall immediately sets the tone for the home's character and warmth. Two elegant reception rooms lie off the hallway, each featuring original fireplaces and picture rails. To the rear, there is a breakfast room and a separate kitchen with access to a sunroom overlooking the garden. At first-floor return level, there is a family bathroom and separate WC, while the first floor comprises three bedrooms.

Gardens

The walled front garden is laid in lawn and framed by mature hedging, creating an attractive approach to the property. To the rear lies a wonderfully private garden extending to approximately 78 ft in length. The generous outdoor space offers scope to extend, subject to the necessary planning permission, with many neighbouring properties having already completed rear extensions setting a clear precedent for what can be achieved. A particularly unique feature of the garden is the enclosed swimming pool. Additional amenities include a garden shed, several further outhouses, one of which incorporates a WC and a detached garage with vehicular access via a shared laneway, providing excellent convenience and storage.

Location

Situated just off the scenic Clontarf promenade, the property is ideally located to enjoy coastal walks and ever-changing sea views and is within short walking distance to an array of local amenities including Lotts & Co Grocery, a variety of cafés, specialist boutiques and salons. Sport lovers can enjoy many recreational facilities and clubs in the area including Clontarf Rugby, Cricket & GAA clubs, Clontarf Yacht club and a selection of golf clubs (including The Royal Dublin and St Anne's). The city centre is a short 3 kms away and Clontarf DART Station a 10-minute walk, offering swift and reliable transport to the city centre and beyond.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a detached property in one of Clontarf’s desirable roads, with all the charm of the past and the potential to create a beautiful family home for the future.

If you would like a viewing, please email us or call the office directly on 01 8336555 to arrange an appointment with the agent Geraldine Hennessy. If you wish to place an offer, please visit www.sherryfitz.ie where you can register to make an offer on this property.

Sought after neighbourhood
Tree lined residential road
Three bed detached residence
Pedestrian side entrance
Large rear garden (approximately 78ft.)
Potential to extend
Enclosed outdoor swimming pool
Garage with rear lane access

Ground Floor  
Entrance Hall 1.3m x 6m 
Front Reception Room 3.85m x 3.4m 
Rear Reception Room 3.5m x 4.3m 
Breakfast Room 2.8m x 2.9m 
Kitchen 2.8m x 2.9m 
Sun Room 2.4m x 3m 
First Floor Return  
Bathroom 1.9m x 2m 
WC .8m x 2m 
First Floor  
Bedroom 1 3m x 5.7m 
Bedroom 2 3.5m x 3m 
Bedroom 3 2.1m x 3.7m 
Garden  
Garage 4.4m x 5.8m 

BER: G
BER Number: 119920635
Energy Performance Indicator: 152567 kW/y

Clontarf is a coastal suburb on the northside of Dublin. It has a range of commercial facilities mainly centred on Vernon Avenue. Clontarf's most notable amenity is its seafront, with a promenade running continuously from Alfie Byrne Road to the wooden bridge at Dollymount. As well as extensive walks and green areas, St Anne’s Park situated between Clontarf and Raheny is the second largest municipal park in Dublin, is part of a former 202 hectares (500 acres) estate assembled by members of the Guinness family. Features include an artificial pond and a number of follies, a fine collection of trees, a playground, parklands walks and recreational facilities including golf.and tennis. Clontarf contains numerous sporting facilities, such as GAA, Rugby, Cricket, Tennis and Sailing. The largest municipal park is nearby (North) Bull Island, also shared between Clontarf and Raheny. North Bull Island is an island located in Dublin Bay, about 5 km long and 800 m wide, lying roughly parallel to the shore off Clontarf (including Dollymount), Raheny, Kilbarrack, and facing Sutton. It has been named by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. It is the only biosphere reserve in a capital city in the world. The island, with a sandy beach known as Dollymount Strand running its entire length, the island also hosts St Anne’s and Royal Dublin golf clubs.