Key Features

Substantial period home with original character and strong proportions
Impressive rear extension with bright open plan kitchen and living space
South westerly aspect bringing excellent natural light throughout
Additional family room providing flexible living space
Private garden with mature planting
Off street parking to the rear off Ardmore Avenue
Combi gas boiler

Property Description

No. 35 Old Cabra Road is an attractive and substantial period home set back behind a mature front garden, offering an immediate sense of character and privacy. Beyond the red brick façade lies a deceptively spacious interior, where generous reception rooms are complemented by a well designed rear extension that responds to modern living. The overall layout has a natural flow, with a strong emphasis on light and connection to the garden, particularly to the rear where the south westerly aspect enhances the sense of space and brightness throughout the day.

Upon entering, a tiled porch leads into a spacious and welcoming entrance hallway, finished with tiled flooring, coving and a ceiling rose, setting the tone for the period detail carried through the home. From here, the two principal reception rooms are accessed. The first is positioned to the front and benefits from excellent natural light through two double glazed windows. It is finished with wooden flooring and retains original detailing including coving and a ceiling rose, while an ornate marble style fireplace with decorative tiling and fitted radiator covers provides a focal point. To the rear of the original house, the second reception room mirrors the front in scale and proportion and enjoys strong natural light through two sash windows to the gable. This room continues the period character with picture rails, coving and ceiling rose, alongside a marble style fireplace, and opens through to the kitchen and dining area.

The rear of the property has been extended to create a large open plan kitchen, dining and living space which forms the heart of the home. The kitchen area is fitted with tiled flooring and an extensive range of units, complemented by a central island providing additional storage and preparation space, along with appliances including a dishwasher and range style gas hob. A full length glazed elevation runs along one side, incorporating floor to ceiling windows and large opening doors that connect directly to the garden and allow for an abundance of natural light. The adjoining living area is finished with wooden flooring and is positioned to fully benefit from the south westerly aspect, creating a bright and comfortable everyday space suited to both family life and entertaining.

To the rear of the extension, a separate family room provides a flexible additional reception space which can be used in conjunction with the main area or closed off when required. A skylight and large folding doors further enhance the natural light within this room, again benefiting from the south westerly orientation. Also at this level, a utility room is located to the rear and is fitted with storage units, while a shower room serves the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, a spacious landing is filled with natural light from a large Velux window and provides access to the attic via a Stira staircase. At first floor return level, a further room currently in use as a kitchenette offers flexibility in use, having originally been designed as a bedroom. It features a sash window overlooking the rear, a skylight providing additional light, and a cast iron fireplace, together with fitted units and countertops. The main bathroom is also located on the return and is finished with tiled flooring and tiled surrounds to the shower area. It comprises a double shower tray, heated towel rail, wash hand basin with storage beneath and WC, along with a window providing natural light and ventilation.

The main bedroom is positioned to the rear of the property and enjoys a dual aspect with sash windows overlooking both the rear and side, benefiting from the south westerly light throughout the day. The room is finished with wooden flooring, built in wardrobes and a cast iron fireplace. To the front, there are two further bedrooms overlooking Old Cabra Road, both retaining the character of the house with wooden flooring and original fireplaces. The second bedroom is a generously sized double, while the third is suitable as a single bedroom or home office.

Externally, the side garden is arranged as a highly usable and low maintenance space, combining patio paving with a gravelled section. A raised red brick planted border runs along the boundary and is well established with a variety of mature planting including cordyline, Sambucus, bay tree, bamboo and an apple tree, along with a mix of shrubs that provide colour and privacy. The paved area accommodates outdoor seating and dining, while a defined planted section is currently set out as a crop or growing area, adding an additional practical element to the garden. To the rear, there is off street parking accessed via gated vehicular entrance onto Ardmore Avenue. The garden is enclosed by mature planting and red brick walls, creating a strong sense of privacy throughout.

Entrance and Hallway 7.5m x 1.79m. Upon entering there is a porch with a tiled finish. This leads into a main entrance hallway which is spacious and finished with tiled flooring, coving and a ceiling rose. The hallway provides access to the two principal reception rooms located at the front of the original house.

Reception Room One 3.98m x 3.84m. This room is positioned at the front of the property and features two double glazed sash windows which provide excellent natural light. The room is finished with wooden flooring, coving and a ceiling rose. There is a large ornate marble fireplace with decorative tiling, along with radiator covers, all contributing to its elegant period feel.

Reception Room Two 4.00m x 3.84m. Located to the rear of the original house, this room is of a similar generous proportion to the first reception. It benefits from two sash windows on the gable end, all of which provide excellent light throughout the day. The room includes picture rails, coving and a ceiling rose. There is a substantial marble style fireplace with ornate inserts and decorative tiling to the base. A further feature is the direct access from this room into the kitchen extension and dining area, further enhancing the flow of light and space.

Family Room 4.25m x 4.19m. Positioned to the rear of the main kitchen and dining area, this versatile family room or playroom provides an excellent additional reception space. The room can be opened up to connect seamlessly with the extension or closed off for privacy when required. A skylight overhead together with large folding doors ensures the room enjoys excellent natural light, further enhanced by the south westerly aspect.

Utility Room 2.86m x 2.00m. Located at the rear of the extension, the utility area is fitted with extensive storage units and it is plumbed for a washing machine and dryer. There is also a sink positioned beneath a double glazed wooden window, creating a highly practical and well organised utility space.

Kitchen and Dining area 5.67m x 4.97m. Accessed from the main hallway via a door located to the right of the staircase, this exceptional extended space forms the heart of the home and combines the kitchen, dining and living areas in one impressive open plan setting.
The kitchen area is fitted with tiled flooring and features an extensive range of fitted units providing excellent storage throughout. A substantial central island offers additional storage and preparation space, while appliances include a dishwasher and a large range style gas hob with extractor overhead. There is ample room for dining and entertaining within this section of the home.
A defining feature of the extension is the dramatic glazed elevation which runs the full length of one side of the space from the rear of the original house through to the end of the extension. Large floor to ceiling glazing together with expansive opening doors flood the interior with natural light and create a seamless connection to the garden. The south westerly aspect further enhances the brightness of the space throughout the day and into the evening.
Wooden flooring extends through the glazed living section, adding warmth and continuity to the design. The combination of extensive glazing, generous proportions and garden views creates a wonderfully airy atmosphere and makes this an ideal everyday living and entertaining space.

Bedroom 4 / Kitchenette 3.49m x 3.10m. Positioned on the return, this versatile room is currently laid out as a kitchenette, though originally designed as a bedroom. The room enjoys a south westerly aspect and features a double glazed sash window overlooking the rear of the property, a skylight allowing for additional natural light, and a cast iron fireplace adding character to the space. It is currently fitted with kitchen units, countertops and an extractor fan.

Bathroom 2.55m x 2.15m. Located on the return room, this well appointed bathroom is finished with tiled flooring and tiled surrounds to the shower area. The room features a double shower tray, heated towel rail, wash hand basin with storage beneath, WC and a double glazed sash window providing natural light and ventilation.

Landing 5.08m x 1.79m. A spacious landing area finished with carpet and a large Velux window allowing excellent natural light to flood the space. The landing also provides access to the attic via a Stira staircase.

Bedroom 1 3.93m x 3.85m. Positioned to the rear of the property, this bright double bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with double glazed sash windows overlooking the rear and side of the house, benefiting from south westerly light throughout the day. The room features wooden flooring, built in wardrobes and a cast iron fireplace.

Bedroom 2 3.96m x 3.27m. Located to the front of the property overlooking Old Cabra Road, this spacious bedroom features wooden flooring, a cast iron fireplace and a large double glazed sash windows allowing for excellent natural light. This bedroom also provides access to the attic via a Stira staircase.

Bedroom 3 3.96m x 2.38m. Positioned to the front of the house and overlooking Old Cabra Road, this bedroom fits a single bed, an ornate cast iron fireplace, adding charm and character to the space.

Side Garden The side garden is laid out as a low maintenance outdoor space with a mix of patio paving and gravel finish. A raised red brick planted border runs along the boundary and is well stocked with mature planting including a cordyline, Sambuca, bay tree and bamboo, along with a variety of established shrubs, providing both colour and privacy.
The paved section accommodates outdoor seating and dining, making it a practical and usable space. The garden enjoys good natural light, enhanced by its south west aspect.
In addition, there is a defined planted section currently set out as a crop or growing area, neatly contained behind a low boundary structure, adding further character and functionality to the garden.
To the rear, a gravelled area provides off street parking with gated vehicular access onto Ardmore Avenue. The space is enclosed by mature planting and red brick walls, giving a strong sense of privacy and definition.

BER Details

BER No. 119388619

Energy Performance Indicator: 191.82 kWh/m2/yr

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