The concluding residence in The Tides, Malahide, is currently available for purchase. The noteworthy site, previously known as the Oscar Taylor’s eatery and the Island View hospitality suite, saw its first commercial visibility in the summer of 2023. October Investments, the property’s developers, meticulously designed something unique at this shoreline setting. While the location permitted the construction of 18 apartments, figures like company director David Daly and his offspring Paul fervently prioritised superior craftsmanship over volume.
Enlisting architects Niall Brennan and Jude O’Loughlin, a collective decision was made to erect a mere nine flats targeted towards individuals intending to downsize their living arrangement. “We projected all conceivable hurdles this demographic might encounter and eradicated them to render their lives in these new homes essentially stress-free,” conveyed Paul Daly. It appears their mission has been accomplished successfully, with no detail overlooked. The allure of the local surroundings or the picturesque sea vistas may initially draw potential buyers, but it’s the subtle nuances that seal the deal.
Upon entering the shared main entrance, visitors are greeted with an aura of luxury akin to a five-star hotel. The muted blues and greys adorning the walls and soft carpets, curated by interior designer Sara Cosgrove, reflect the exterior views. Each floor is accessible via a lift, and every residence flaunts a bronzed numerical plate sporting a customised anchor pattern.
Diverging from the norm, The Tides discreetly tucks away each apartment’s heat pumps in a specially designated basement room, thus preserving the aesthetic appeal of balconies or gardens. To maintain tidy living spaces, each apartment has a dedicated storage area – akin to a compact shed, perfect for seasonal decor, children’s playthings, sporting equipment and bicycles.
A separate communication hub is installed where all visual and streaming services are connected, eliminating the need for unattractive satellite dishes or cables cluttering the living quarters. Uncompromising on security, each apartment is outfitted with a video intercom system, with responders stationed at the external gate and the main entrance to the building, affording two layers of protection prior to reaching any apartment’s front door, as David Daly highlights.
A superb three-bedroom, three-bathroom second-floor flat, Number 8, is currently available for purchase via Sherry FitzGerald for the sum of €1.75 million. Having once served as the display flat, the fortunate new owner will reap the benefits of the comprehensive Sara Cosgrove touch.
All rooms are double-sized, and a pair feature attached bathrooms and balconies expanding across the breadth of the flat to connect with living quarters. The main suite features a unique horseshoe layout, with the bed situated in front of the bathroom and closet area.
The living room is spacious, possesses double-facing views, and is adorned with engineered oak floorboards. The Nolans’ kitchen offers ample storage and an island with “space for knees”, topped with a descending marble countertop.
The flat allocation includes two parking slots, one of which features an electric vehicle charger point, as well as entry to the expansive, elegantly laid-out garden.
The complex faces Malahide Strand, providing unbeatable views towards The Island Golf Club and Lambay. This stretch of coastline has been the muse of famed artist Nathaniel Hone the Younger over a century ago; the capacity to inspire awe still endures today.