Tucked away in the southern part of County Dublin, Frascati Park housing scheme is an architectural masterpiece from the 1920s. The majority of these terraced dwellings have been perfectly maintained, a testament to the craftsmen who constructed them. Renovation works are a common sight at the moment, with many homes in the locale surrounded by builder’s vehicles.
The once greatly disputed Frascati House once sat where the Frascati Centre shops now thrives, the initial home, now long gone, of the notable United Irishman Leader, Edward Fitzgerald. It was sadly destroyed in the turbulent 1970s.
Number 51 is set to be completed after extensive renovations, upgrading the dwelling into a modern, attractive 162 square meters (or 1743 square feet) residence. This beautiful C1-rated property is now on the market, listing for €1.395 million through DNG. With an inviting red brick and white render facade, and a walk-in condition, it would make an ideal home for any family.
A fresh sage-green door welcomes you into the house, revealing a hallway with a painted staircase and shining porcelain floor tiles. There’s a pair of interconnected social areas to the right, fitted with retractable pocket doors if separation is needed. The front room is filled with light from three windows and boasts an appealing wood-burning fireplace with a slate insert. An additional room behind this carries another fireplace and a window offering a view of the garden.
Opposite the hall, featuring under-stairs storage and a guest washroom, is the kitchen and dining room. The builder is currently adding the finishing touches with newly installed appliances. The kitchen’s design features furniture from B&Q, while the internal doors are sourced from the Irish company Deanta Doors and the high-quality, triple-glazed windows and external doors from Munster Joinery.
Arranged in a C-shaped layout, the kitchen is fitted with sage-green units under a chunky wooden countertop, a window oversees the front garden. A stretch of glistening tiles connects the kitchen to the common living area, with a recessed niche separating the two spaces. This space has been dedicated to include shelving, a dining place, and a sofa.
Outdoors reveals a well-designed garden that requires little to no upkeep and has been pre-planted making it ready to enjoy. Encompassing a decking and a stone wall at the furthest end, a chunk of this area is cordoned off with wooden palisades, creating a completely private nook. It would be an ideal place for something like a hot tub.
The first floor of the property houses four splendid bedrooms, with two featuring fireplaces. The primary bedroom showcases a striking fireplace with authentic 1920s style tiling and comes with an attached bathroom. This floor also accommodates an additional newly-renovated bathroom.
One of the smaller bedrooms, equipped with a fireplace, could potentially be transformed into an ideal office space that provides a lovely view of the garden. Another option would be organising a workspace on the expansive landing area next to the sliding glass doors. These doors lead to a delightful Juliet balcony, offering a wonderful and sunny spot for peaceful reading.
The existing owner undertook an expansion project into the attic area, resulting in a charming, spacious bedroom that stretches across the entire width of the house, and is illuminated by three windows. This room offers a sense of separation from the main part of the house, serving as an excellent sanctuary.
The property sits just three minutes away from the Frascati Centre and the adjoining Blackrock Village shopping centre, where an array of fine dining experiences await, including the renowned Big Mike’s. The seaside is reachable within only a short walk. In addition to the sea, educational institutions such as Blackrock College, Willow Park, and Sion Hill are conveniently accessible.