42 Pembroke Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
D04 E6D0

Beautifully restored and comprehensively refurbished in 2006/2007, No. 42 Pembroke Road is a 6 bedroom Victorian residence extending to approximately 347 sq.m (3,735 sq.ft), occupying a prime position in one of Dublin's most prestigious and sought-after residential locations.

Combining timeless architectural elegance with contemporary comfort, this exceptional family home is presented in superb turnkey condition and is ready for immediate occupation.

A particularly rare feature of the property is its attractive outlook towards Wellington Road, with views across its mature tree-lined streetscape and onwards to the Dublin Mountains. Throughout the house, generous proportions, impressive ceiling heights and large sash windows create wonderfully bright and elegant living spaces.

Behind the handsome period façade lies a meticulous restoration of exceptional quality. The refurbishment was overseen by RKD Architects in collaboration with Swedish designers and conservation architect Joan O'Connor, former President of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, while the construction works were undertaken by Merrion Contracting.

The specification reflects an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship and quality, with specialist artisans from Sweden and Spain contributing to the finishes. Imported marble, handmade terracotta, bespoke tiling, and custom joinery combine to create interiors of lasting appeal. The bespoke kitchen and fitted cabinetry were designed and installed by Kvänum Stockholm, complemented by wide-plank oak flooring, restored shutters, original sash windows, custom oak joinery and carefully restored decorative plasterwork.

Approached via a flight of original granite steps, the accommodation opens into an elegant entrance hall on the hall floor, flanked by two beautifully proportioned reception rooms. At hall-floor return level there is a versatile bedroom/study and a modern shower room.

The upper floors provide five further bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite featuring an ensuite bathroom, dressing area and extensive fitted wardrobes. A second ensuite bedroom and an additional shower room ensure excellent family accommodation.

At garden level, a spacious family and dining room forms the heart of the home, complemented by the bespoke Kvänum kitchen. Extensive storage, a utility room and a guest WC add practicality to this superbly designed floor.

A substantial double walk-in attic offers excellent storage and direct roof access.

Externally, both front and rear gardens have been landscaped to provide privacy, ease of maintenance and year-round visual interest. The secluded rear garden offers a tranquil outdoor retreat in the heart of Dublin 4.

Note: the internal images of this property have been virtually staged.

HALL FLOOR  
Entrance Hall:  with original hall door with fanlight overhead, original ceiling cornice, centre rose, original archway and oak floor.
Drawing Room:  beautifully proportioned reception room with sash window offering a lovely leafy outlook to Wellington Road, original working window shutters, marble fireplace with brass inset, open fire, built-in alcove units, ceiling cornice, centre rose, oak floor and interconnecting folding doors to:
Dining Room:  with sash window overlooking the garden, original working window shutters, marble fireplace with brass inset, ceiling cornice, centre rose and oak floor.
HALL FLOOR RETURN  
Study / Bedroom 1:  with fitted wardrobes, storage and oak floor.
Shower Room:  with wc, wash hand basin, step-in shower with rainwater showerhead, built-in storage, tiled floor, tiled walls and recessed lights.
GARDEN LEVEL  
Entrance Lobby:  with separate access to the front garden, tiled floor and generous built-in storage.
Family / Dining Room:  large bright room with sash window, cast-iron stove with brick surround, tiled floor, recessed lights and open arch to:
Kitchen:  with a bespoke range of fitted wall and floor units, marble work surfaces, 5 ring gas hob, overhead extractor fan, Gaggenau oven with warming drawer, Bosch integrated dishwasher, Samsung American style fridge/freezer, double sink, under counter lights and tiled floor.
Inner Hall:  with wrought iron bannisters, under stair storage, generous shelving with under counter wine fridge, sunken mat and door to the garden.
Guest WC:  with wc, wash hand basin built into a vanity unit with storage, wall mirror, tiled floor and tiled walls.
Utility Room:  with very generous built-in storage, Samsung washing machine, Candy dryer, timber work surfaces, tiled splashback and tiled floor. Door to garden. Large comms closet.
FIRST FLOOR RETURN  
Bedroom 2:  with built-in wardrobe, storage and oak floor.
FIRST FLOOR  
Main Bedroom:  beautiful double room spanning the full width of the house with two sash windows looking out towards Wellington Road, original working window shutters, generous built-in wardrobes and storage with shelves, detailed ceiling cornice, centre rose and oak floor.
Ensuite / Dressing Room:  beautifully appointed with wall-to-wall built in wardrobes, double wash and basins built into a vanity with extensive storage, large walk-in shower with rainwater showerhead and hand shower, wc, marble tiled floor and walls, ceiling cornice and recessed lights.
TOP FLOOR  
Bedroom 4:  double room to to the rear with built-in wardrobe, ceiling cornice, oak floor and access to the attic space. Stairs to:
Ensuite:  fully tiled with wc, wash hand basin built into a vanity unit with storage, step-in shower and recessed lights.
Bedroom 5:  double room with built-in wardrobes, oak floor, ceiling cornice and access to the attic space.
Bedroom 6:  double room with built-in wardrobes, oak floor and ceiling cornice.
Shower Room:  with wc, wash hand basin built into a vanity unit with storage, step in shower with rainwater showerhead, ceiling cornice, recessed lights and heated towel rail.

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.