Property Description

DNG Cusack Dunne are delighted to present No. 8 Shelburne Road, a charming red-brick terraced residence situated on one of Limerick City’s most established and highly regarded residential roads. Dating from the 1930s, this attractive home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property rich in character and period charm in a location where homes of this nature seldom come to the market. Behind its appealing red-brick façade lies a home of generous proportions, retaining many original features synonymous with properties of its era, including high ceilings, original fireplaces, a spacious entrance hall and traditional room proportions throughout.

The property enjoys a wonderfully private setting, set back from the road behind a mature landscaped front garden that has been carefully cultivated over many years. This beautiful outdoor space creates an immediate sense of tranquillity and privacy while enhancing the property’s considerable kerb appeal.
While requiring some refurbishment and modernisation, No. 8 has already benefited from the installation of new A rated energy-efficient windows throughout, representing a significant investment for future owners and helping to improve the home's comfort and energy performance. The property offers purchasers an excellent opportunity to further restore and enhance a home of genuine character in a location where opportunities of this nature rarely come to market. The combination of period features, mature gardens, upgraded windows, rear vehicular access and an exceptionally convenient location will undoubtedly appeal to those seeking a rewarding renovation project with the potential to create a truly special family home.

The accommodation extends over two floors and briefly comprises an entrance porch, entrance hall, living room, family room/dining area, kitchen, sunroom and utility area with WC at ground floor level. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, a family bathroom, ensuite and access to the attic via Stira stairs.

Accommodation:

Ground Floor

Entrance Porch: An attractive enclosed entrance porch with distinctive red-brick detailing and glazed surround, creating a welcoming introduction to the home.

Entrance Hall: A spacious and inviting entrance hall retaining the proportions and character associated with homes of this period and providing access to the principal accommodation.

Living Room: Positioned to the front of the property, this generously proportioned reception room enjoys delightful views over the mature front garden through a large picture window. A feature fireplace forms the focal point of the room, while the excellent ceiling height and traditional proportions further enhance its appeal.

Family Room / Dining Area: Positioned to the rear of the property, this spacious second reception room would traditionally have served as the family room and dining area. A feature fireplace provides an attractive focal point, while the room’s generous proportions offer excellent flexibility for modern living. Overlooking the rear courtyard and parking area, the room provides a natural connection between the living room and kitchen, creating an ideal everyday living and dining space.

Kitchen: The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and eye-level units and connects directly with the adjoining sunroom and utility area. While requiring updating, it offers excellent potential to create a stylish and practical heart of the home.

Sunroom: Located off the kitchen, the sunroom provides a bright additional living space with direct access to the rear courtyard. This versatile room enjoys excellent natural light and offers a variety of potential uses.

Utility Area with WC: Located to the rear of the property, this practical space provides valuable storage, laundry facilities and workshop potential together with the convenience of a ground floor WC.

First Floor

Landing: A bright and spacious landing area providing access to all first-floor accommodation. The landing benefits from natural light and includes Stira access to the attic, providing valuable additional storage space.

Bedroom 1: A generous double bedroom positioned to the front of the property, enjoying attractive views over the mature front garden. The room benefits from built in wardrobes and excellent natural light through a large window.

Ensuite: Fitted with shower, w.c., and wash and basin.

Bedroom 2: A spacious double bedroom overlooking the rear courtyard. This well-proportioned room offers ample space for bedroom furniture and benefits from built in wardrobes.

Bedroom 3: A comfortable single bedroom overlooking the front garden. Complete with built in wardrobes, this versatile room would be equally suited as a child’s bedroom, home office, nursery or guest room.

Family Bathroom: The bathroom comprises a WC, wash hand basin and bath with overhead shower. Tiled flooring and wall tiling around the bath and shower area provide a practical finish, while a window allows for natural light and ventilation.

Gardens & Grounds:
One of the most impressive features of No. 8 Shelburne Road is its exceptional mature front garden, which creates a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion rarely found so close to the city centre. The property is set well back from the road behind established planting, mature shrubs, specimen trees and colourful borders that have been carefully nurtured over many years. A substantial paved terrace immediately to the front of the house provides an ideal outdoor seating area, while winding pathways and mature planting create a beautiful garden setting that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

The front garden enjoys a superb orientation, optimising both southerly and westerly sunshine throughout the day and into the evening, making it an ideal space for outdoor dining, relaxation and entertaining. The garden offers a peaceful retreat and provides an attractive outlook from the principal reception rooms and bedrooms, bringing greenery and natural light into the heart of the home. To the rear, a large enclosed courtyard provides valuable off-street parking together with rear vehicular access, a highly desirable feature in this central location. The courtyard also accommodates the utility area and offers excellent practicality for day-to-day living.

Potential & Grant Opportunities:
No. 8 presents an exciting opportunity for purchasers seeking to restore and modernise a character-filled period home.
The property is believed to qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant Scheme and may also qualify for the enhanced grant available for qualifying derelict properties, subject to purchaser verification and approval by the relevant authorities.

Purchasers may also be eligible for SEAI energy upgrade grants designed to support energy-efficiency improvements and home upgrades. Interested parties should make their own enquiries with the relevant bodies regarding eligibility and available funding.

Features & Services:
• Attractive 1930s red-brick terraced residence
• Prime Shelbourne Road location
• Three-bedroom family home
• Two spacious reception rooms
• Original period features throughout
• Feature fireplaces in both reception rooms
• Generous ceiling heights
• Spacious entrance hall
• Mature landscaped front garden
• Superb southerly and westerly orientation
• Large paved terrace
• Sunroom
• Utility area with WC
• Built-in wardrobes
• Stira attic access
• Double-glazed windows
• Gas-fired central heating
• Rear vehicular access
• Secure off-street parking
• Potential eligibility for refurbishment and energy upgrade grants (subject to approval)
• Newly installed A Rated windows
• The rear courtyard is accessed by an electric roller door


Location Highlights:
Shelburne Road is widely regarded as one of Limerick City’s most desirable and established residential addresses. The area enjoys a mature residential setting while offering exceptional convenience to a host of amenities.Situated just off the prestigious Ennis Road and within easy reach of Limerick City Centre, residents benefit from close proximity to excellent primary and secondary schools, local shops, cafés, sporting facilities and public transport links.

The property is ideally positioned close to Shelbourne Park, Thomond Park, Limerick Lawn Tennis Club, the Regional Maternity Hospital, Mary Immaculate College and TUS Midlands Midwest, together with a wide range of recreational and sporting amenities. The nearby road network provides straightforward access to the M7, M20 and N18 motorways, connecting Limerick with Shannon, Ennis, Galway, Cork and Dublin.

The area remains particularly popular with families due to its mature setting, established community and proximity to many of the city’s most respected schools, colleges and sporting facilities. Properties of this character, charm and potential rarely come to the market. No. 8 Shelburne Road presents a unique opportunity to restore and enhance a period residence in one of Limerick City’s most sought-after locations.

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