26 Grand Canal Street Upper
Dublin 4
D04 E9P4

Step into this stylish, extended and light filled period home where the current owners have left no stone unturned in transforming this attractive Victorian residence dating from c. 1870 into a modern home whilst still retaining much of its period charm. Turning the key will be the sum of your efforts to allow you move into this comfortable home where a great sense of space and light prevail throughout, and every piece of available space has been utilised to the maximum

This trendy and sought-after location offers a range of excellent shops and restaurants nearby including The Old Spot, The Bath, Lott’s & Co, Slattery’s, The Chop House, and Juniors. All the amenities of nearby Sandymount and Ballsbridge Villages, coupled with excellent transport facilities make this an ideal location. It is within walking distance of the central business districts of Merrion Square, Fitzwilliam Square, the IFSC and Grand Canal Dock. The RDS and the Aviva Stadium are within a short stroll and the airport is a 15 minute drive via the port tunnel.

The property, which is beautifully presented throughout extends to 172sqm / 1,850sqft (approx.). Simplicity in style and taste with the use of soft neutral shades, subtle lighting and efficient use of space have set this home apart from the rest - all in all, it is a highly desirable home with a wonderful interior ready for immediate occupation.

The ground floor accommodation briefly comprises entrance hall with guest wc, two beautifully proportioned interconnecting reception rooms and a spacious kitchen / dining room which opens out to the garden. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms (three doubles and one single), the main bedroom with a separate ensuite and walk in wardrobe. A family bathroom completes the accommodation.
Homes of this quality are few and far between. Early viewing is a must.

Entrance Hall:  with polished timber floor, dado rail and detailed ceiling cornice.
Guest WC:  with wc, wash hand basin and recessed lights.
Drawing Room:  nicely proportioned room with a stunning marble fireplace, open fire, ceiling cornice, centre rose, polished timber floor and folding doors to:
Living Room:  with a stunning marble fireplace, gas fire, polished timber floor, ceiling cornice, centre rose, built-in alcove bookcases and storage and French doors to the garden.
Kitchen / Dining Room:  a very spacious room with an excellent range of built-in wall and floor units, marble work surfaces, Smeg range style cooker with 6 ring gas hob, extractor fan, integrated Miele washing machine and dryer, integrated Miele dishwasher, integrated microwave, integrated fridge/freezer, two sash windows, polished floor, recessed lights and two sets of French doors to the garden.
FIRST FLOOR  
Bedroom 1:  superb double room with two sash windows, ceiling cornice, centre rose and attic access.
Ensuite:  with step-in shower, rainwater shower head, wc, contemporary wash hand basin with storage beneath, partially tiled walls, tiled floor, recessed lights and mirrored vanity cabinet.
Walk-in Wardrobe:  generous shelved and hanging space, timber floor.
Bedroom 2:  double room with sash window, ceiling cornice, centre rose and built-in wardrobes.
FIRST FLOOR RETURN  
Bedroom 3:  double room, currently laid out as a study with timber floor, recessed lights and large window overlooking the garden.
Bedroom 4:  single room with built-in wardrobe, built-in drawers, sash window and recessed lights.
Bathroom:  nicely appointed with cast iron clawfoot bath with shower attachment, rainwater shower head, wc, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, timber floor, built-in storage cabinet and recessed lights.

BER: C2
BER Number: 115404915
Energy Performance Indicator: 193.14 kWh/m2/yr

Ballsbridge is a highly desirable Dublin suburb that extends northwards towards the Grand Canal, southwards towards Donnybrook, and westwards to encompass the area around Pembroke Road, Clyde Road, Elgin Road, and Herbert Park. The bulk of Dublin's embassies and many diplomatic residences are located in the southern part of Ballsbridge on and around Ailesbury Road. The RDS has its grounds here, and the Lansdowne Road headquarters of the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is on the boundary between Ballsbridge and Irishtown. The corporate headquarters of Allied Irish Banks (AIB) are also located in Ballsbridge.