76 Iona Road
Glasnevin
Dublin 9
D09E6W2

A unique opportunity to acquire one of a small number of double fronted houses on this beautiful tree lined street. The double fronted houses are highly prized and rarely come to the open market. No. 76 is a very well maintained property with many of the original features including marble fireplaces, cast iron fireplaces, covings and stained glass window and door insets. The property has been in the current family for over 100 years and before that the property was lived in by its’ builder, Alexander Strain, who constructed most of the beautiful redbrick houses in the immediate area. Strain built properties are renowned for generous sized rooms, high quality workmanship and beautiful original features. This fine property has those features in abundance with the all-important benefit of a large south facing garden. Deceptively spacious the house is two storey to the front and three storey to the rear with four reception rooms and five large double bedrooms and will appeal to families seeking a home in this popular location.

The accommodation comprises an elegant hallway with many original features. To the left there is a very large main living room with beautiful marble fireplace and bay window flooding the room with light. To the right of the hallway is the formal dining room also with the original fireplace and stained glass panels. Down a few steps the hallway leads to a family sitting room with marble fireplace and bay window with stained glass insets overlooking the rear garden, also at this level there is a breakfast room with solid fuel stove. An opening leads to the kitchen which is fitted with a range of floor and wall units. Upstairs over three floors there are five large double bedrooms, all with cast iron fireplaces. The main bedroom has two large windows overlooking Iona Road while the second largest room has a beautiful bay window. There is a very spacious bathroom on the return with a fabulous original cast iron bath. A w.c on the return completes the accommodation.

The gardens are a real feature of the property, the lawned front garden with original cast iron railings and neatly clipped hedges leads via a wide side entrance to the rear garden. Benefitting from a sunny southerly aspect the rear garden extends to approx. 24m, is laid in lawn with flower filled borders, mature trees, fruit trees and shrubs. There is a large patio closer to the house as well as useful brick-built outbuildings including a w.c, utility shed with plumbing for a washing machine and storage shed. At the end of the garden there is another storage shed approx. 6m x 2.4m.

The location is simply superb, complemented by the nearby Botanic Gardens and Griffith Park, yet within walking distance of the city centre and convenient to the numerous shops, cafes, bars and restaurants Drumcondra, Glasnevin and Phibsborough have to offer. The area offers an abundance of schools and sports clubs. DCU and TU Universities are close by. The Four Courts, King’s Inns, Bon Secours and the Mater Hospital are all within walking distance. The M50 Motorway, The M1 and Dublin Airport are within a few minutes’ drive. The area is very well serviced by public transport; in close proximity to many bus routes; Drumcondra Rail station (10 minutes’ walk) and the LUAS (20 minutes’ walk) nearby.

Beautiful double fronted Alexander Strain built period residence.
Fabulous location close to the city centre and numerous amenities.
Many original features including marble fireplaces, cast iron fireplaces and stained glass windows.
Large south facing rear garden.
Gas fired central heating.
Side pedestrian access
On street resident disc parking

Entrance Hallway 8.6m x 1.4m Elegant entrance hallway with high ceiling giving a great sense of space. Many of the original features remain such as stained glass door insets and ceiling covings. Steps lead to the rear hallway with an original fitted storage cupboard and quarry tiled floor. There is a useful understairs storage cupboard.
Living Room 4.3m x 4m To the left of the hallway the main living room is a beautiful space with a magnificent marble fireplace as the main focal point, other features include picture rails and ceiling covings. A large bay window with stained glass insets floods the room with light.
Dining Room 4m x 3.6m Another fine reception room with the original fireplace, covings, stained glass panels and picture rails.
Family Room 3.8m x 3.6m Located to the rear of the house this reception room would make an ideal family sitting room or playroom, there are beautiful features including a marble fireplace, polished wooden floor, ceiling covings and a bay window with stained glass insets.
Breakfast Room 3.7m x 3.5m Bright informal family dining room with solid fuel stove. An opening leads to the kitchen.
Kitchen 4m x 1.6m Fitted with a range of floor and wall units with integrated fridge freezer.
Bedroom 1 5.8m x 4m Beautiful main bedroom with two large windows overlooking Iona Road, many features remain including a cast iron fireplace with tiled inset and ceiling covings.
Bedroom 2 5m x 4m Another very large bedroom with cast iron fireplace, picture rails, covings and bay window.
Bedroom 3 3.7m x 3.6m Double room to the rear with cast iron fireplace, wash hand basin, fitted wardrobes and bay window with stained glass insets.
Bedroom 4 3.8m x 3.5m Spacious double room with cast iron fireplace and fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom 5 3.8m x 3.8m Spacious double room with cast iron fireplace and fitted wardrobes.
Bathroom 3.7m x 3.7m The bathroom is a very generous size and comprises w.c, wash hand basin, shower cubicle with Triton shower and original cast iron bath. Original features include paneling and cast iron fireplace.
W.C. 1.8m x 1m With w.c.

BER: E1
BER Number: 117555797
Energy Performance Indicator: 315.49 kWh/m²/yr

Glasnevin is a largely residential neighbourhood, located on the Northside of the city of Dublin, about 3km north of Dublin City centre. It is bordered by Finglas, Ballymun, Whitehall, Phibsboro, Drumcondra and Cabra. The population of the area is largely a mix of young families, senior citizens and students attending the University. As well as the amenities of the Botanic Gardens and local parks, there are a number of government bodies in the area, including the Department of Defence and the national enterprise and trade board Enterprise Ireland.