2 Bedroom Detached house for Sale in Rathmichael, Dublin 18 - The Mews, 9a Rathmichael Road, Rathmichael, D18 KD85

Cute cut stone and red brick cottage on 1/2 acre of freehold land. Unique property with immense charm..Potential to extend and/or develop. Constructed circa 1994.

Accommodation consists of an open-plan living/dining/kitchen downstairs with an attractive cut granite fireplace and French doors opening to the back garden. The shaker style maple kitchen with black granite counter tops, comes equipped with an integrated fridge/freezer, Belfast sink with brass mixer taps and en electric cooker with hood. The pine ceiling could easily be painted white if it is not to your taste. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms have dormer windows with views across Dublin Bay. The main bedroom is dual aspect with an additional gable window. There is also a gable window in the stairwell.

This property is serviced by oil fired central heating, mains water, and a bio-cycle waste treatment unit. The block built utility shed contains both the boiler and the controls for the bio-cycle unit.

Broadband speeds up to Gigabit 2000mbps are available.

There is 30m road frontage with excellent screening. The wide gateway with granite walls and pillars provides plenty of space to pull off the main road while opening the gates,

There is access from the property to Bride`s Glen Road via Rathmichael Lane, providing a handy shortcut to Cherrywood and the LUAS in Bride`s Glen (10 minutes walk).

The spacious gardens (approx 100m long and up to 30m wide) are mainly laid out in well-tended lawns with attractive "Narnia" stlye lamp posts. A utility cottage with old-style window, pitched roof, reclaimed hardwood door surrounded by sculpted plants provides an interesting focal point. By the south wall is a private corner surrounded by specimen maple trees and palms, where the owner likes to sit. A wooded area along Rathmichael Lane runs along the eastern boundary.

The laneway across the road leads to the Old Rathmichael Monastic Site which reputedly was established by St. Comgall in the 6th century. This contains the remains of the monastic enclosure, Viking/Christian burial slabs, a 10th century round tower, and the ruins of a church which may date to the early medieval period. From here a footpath over a stile leads to Rathmichael Woods, an ancient hill fort - near which is a well-known framed viewpoint of Dublin Bay - the Lead Mines chimney, and the Dublin Mountains Way, It`s about a 40 minute walk via this route to Brady`s pub in Shankill.

A local area plan is crrently being developed for the Rathmichael area. This will substantially improve the local amenities. Rathmichael Road is one of the routes expected to be upgraded. As part of this development mains sewage and other modern infrastructure is likely to be installed..Overgrown Rathmichael Lane, adjacent to the property, is recognized as a green corridor which is likely to be retained as a walking/cycle path - providing significant screening from any new development.The field on the far side of Rathmichael Lane, is likely to be developed into housing and possibly a local area shopping, community and transport hub as outlined in the "10 minute community" development strategy..

The DLR 10-minute community is a planning concept by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council promoting a sustainable neighbourhood model where residents can access essential services and amenities such as shops, schools, parks, and employment opportunities within a 10-minute walk or cycle from their homes, or by using high-quality public transport. This approach aims to create liveable, walkable, and inclusive communities that reduce car dependency, enhance the quality of life, foster a strong sense of community, and contribute to climate resilience.

This delighful property is available for immediate purchase.

Early viewing is highly recommended.

Directions
There is currently parking for 4 cars within the gates. There is additional on-street parking on Rathmichael Hill (off Rathmichael Road, 100 metres to the west of the property). Please honk your horn when coming in the gate so we can direct you to an appropriate parking space. With 1/2 acre of gardens there is of course plenty of room for additional parking if needed.

Utilities
Electric: Unknown
Gas: Unknown
Water: Unknown
Sewerage: Unknown
Broadband: Unknown
Telephone: Unknown

Other Items
Heating: Oil Central Heating
Garden/Outside Space: Yes
Parking: Yes
Garage: No

Covered porch - 4.6m (15'1") x 2.3m (7'7")
Granite and red brick walls. Green painted concrete floor. Pine ceiling. Lights.

Entrance Hall - 2.53m (8'4") x 2.16m (7'1")
Hardwood front door with leaded glass panels either side, and an arched identity window. Pine floorboards. Two windows with curtains and curtain rods. Fuse board.

Open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen - 6.95m (22'10") x 3.94m (12'11")
Dual aspect with windows on both sides. French doors opening to the back garden. Attractive granite open fireplace and hearth. Varnished pine ceiling (which could easily be painted if it is not to your taste). Polished pine floorboards. Curtains and curtain rods. Recessed lighting. There is a fitted shaker-style maple kitchen with black granite counter tops at the end furthest from the door. This comes equipped with an integrated fridge/freezer, Belfast sink with brass mixer taps, and en electric cooker with hood.

Landing - 3.85m (12'8") x 2.15m (7'1")
Pine panelling. Gable window with curtains and curtain rod. Sloping roof. Storage press.

Main Bedroom - 5.17m (17'0") x 3m (9'10")
Dual aspect with a dormer window and a gable window. Eaves storage either side of the dormer window and also at the far end of the room. Light fitting. Lofted pine ceiling with exposed roof beams. Pine floorboards.

Bedroom 2 - 3.5m (11'6") x 2.3m (7'7")
Single bedroom with dormer window. Eaves storage either side of window. Pine floorboards. Light fitting. Attic access hatch.

Bathroom - 2.73m (8'11") x 1.43m (4'8")
Full size bath tub with shower fitting. Walls part tiled and part wood panelled. Pedestal WHB. WC. Skylight. Eaves storage containing the hot water cylinder.

OUTSIDE

Utility House - 2.63m (8'8") x 1.98m (6'6")
Block built utility shed containing the boiler and the controls for the bio-cycle unit. Belfast sink.Tap. Pitched roof. Reclaimed hardwood door. Window. Washing machine and dryer. Concrete floor.Light fitting.

Bio-cycle unit
Full planning permission.

Gardens - 100m (328'1") x 30m (98'5")
Very private and not overlooked. Surrounded by greenery. Cast iron gates with granite gate posts and entry way. Parking for 4 plus cars (with plenty of space to add extra parking. Specimen maple and palm trees. Rose bushes. Well tended lawns. Exterior lighting with "Narnia" style lamp posts. Very private and not overlooked. Access to a disused and overgrown section of Rathmichael Lane which runs along the eastern side of the property. This is a historic laneway centuries old, which used to lead from Bride`s Glen Road to Rathmichael Churchyard. It is bounded in places by ancient granite walls. A large granite boulder has been placed to prevent vehicular access from Bride`s Glen Road.


There is currently parking for 4 cars within the gates. There is additional on-street parking on Rathmichael Hill (off Rathmichael Road, 100 metres to the west of the property). Please honk your horn when coming in the gate so we can direct you to an appropriate parking space. With 1/2 acre of gardens there is of course plenty of room for additional parking if needed.