2 Sydenham Villas
Putland Road
Bray
Co. Wicklow
A98 A8D3

Built circa 1867, Sydenham Villas consists of ten similarly styled two storey over basement semi-detached dwellings with a return element to the rear, enjoying a unique and convenient setting on one of Bray’s premier roads. A rarity to the market, it has been over a decade since the last property of this nature came to market and Sherry FitzGerald are proud to present an opportunity to acquire this fine mid-Victorian residence. Reminiscent of a bygone era, No. 2 needs full refurbishment but with an impressive 347 sq. m / 3,735 sq. ft layout to work with, there is excellent potential to restore the property to its former glory. In addition to the elegant room proportions, many original features remain intact to include 12ft high ceilings, ornate ceiling plasterwork, fireplaces, banisters, bay windows, an archway, and sash windows in some rooms.

Externally, parking is on street, there is however a precedent with neighbouring properties successfully securing planning permission for a driveway, creating off street parking. On approach, beyond the cast iron railings with hedge border, a pedestrian pathway leads to stone steps rising to the hall door. Off to the left, there is access to a garden level apartment, a lawn, and gated side access leads through to the rear garden.

Entering the property on the first floor, first impressions are met with chequered floor tiles, original ceiling plasterwork, and beyond the fanlight door a lengthy corridor provides access to two equally proportioned reception rooms. The bay windowed living room sits to the front featuring a fireplace, high ceilings and detailed plasterwork along with a pleasant view towards Bray Head. The rear reception room is currently set up as a kitchen and further along on the first-floor return there is a shower room and double bedroom. At the midpoint of the hallway a staircase leads down to the garden level apartment with its own door entrance, incorporating two double bedrooms, living dining room, kitchen, and shower room. From the living dining room, double doors lead out to the rear garden measuring 74ft approx. in length. Due northwest, the garden contains a side and rear patio and a 52ft lawn bordered by mature trees and hedging.

Returning inside, between the second floor and second floor return there are an additional four bedrooms, three double and one single, along with a utility room. The principal bedroom is positioned to the front comprising a bay window and this bedroom and the adjoining single bedroom take in the view of Bray Head. From the landing, another stairs rises to a bathroom complete with a sauna, and double bedroom boasting views of Killiney Hill, Dalkey Island, and the sea.

No. 2 is centrally located in a highly desirable residential area of Bray which is only minutes’ walk from all the excellent local services and amenities that the fashionable town has to offer including a choice of shops, cafes, bars & restaurants, churches, schools, supermarkets, sports and recreational facilities. Bray is a large bustling coastal town which offers the best of suburban and country living, lies approximately 21km south of Dublin City Centre and has excellent transport link with regular bus, Dart, and Irish Rail services together with a good road network providing easy access to Dublin and beyond. The area is rewarded with numerous local amenities and attractions such as the famous ‘mile long’ Victorian promenade (500m from the property), Bray Head and the cliff walk, Kilruddery House & Gardens, the Mermaid Theatre, Bray Harbour, Powerscourt House & Gardens, the Wicklow Mountains and more.

Services
Usual mains water and sewerage
GFCH (Garden level apartment only)

Garden Level Apartment  
Porch 1.77m x 2.14m 
Hall 14.95m x 2.08m 
Living Dining Room 5.04m x 4.59m 
Kitchen 5.29m x 4.59m 
Bedroom 1 4.27m x 5.61m 
Bedroom 2 5.29m x 4.59m 
First Floor  
Entrance Hall 10.63m x 2.26m 
Living Room 5.29m x 5.61m 
Shower Room 1.67m x 2.66m 
Bedroom 6 3.93m x 4.44m 
Second Floor  
Bedroom 3 3.28m x 3.61m 
Bedroom 4 3.93m x 4.30m 
Utility Room 1.67m x 1.53m 
Bedroom 5 3.73m x 4.27m 
Bathroom 2.52m x 1.75m 

BER: F
BER Number: 118441104
Energy Performance Indicator: 394.98 kWh/m²/yr

Bray is known as the Gateway to the Garden of Ireland, and is the longest established seaside town in the country. It is only 19km (12 miles) south of Dublin City and is easily reached by DART, Train, Bus or the N11 road. There is an attractive beach and a spacious esplanade. The scenic Cliff Walk on the eastern side of Bray Head, which continues, into Greystones offers walkers a feast of views on the way.

The town boasts fine period housing, shops, restaurants and evening entertainment. Also available in the immediate locality are golf courses, tennis, fishing, sailing, and horse riding. Another feature of Bray is the variety of amusement centres and carnival attractions, bowling alley, and nightclubs. It really is a stand-alone town with the additional advantage of being on the doorstep of Dublin.