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Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Co Down apartment that was birthplace of a historic shipbuilder goes on the market for £450k
The house has been subdivided into six luxury apartments of which number 2 is the largest. Number 2, The Andrews Suite, which extends to 2400 sq ft, is accessed by the original mahogany front door with leaded arched top light. The reception/dining hall is full of decorative touches including ceiling friezes, alcove detailing, wrought iron staircase and picture rails. There is a walk-in cloaks/boot room/utility fitted with excellent storage and is plumbed for a washing machine and dryer above. The family bathroom boasts a white suite with panelled bath, bidet, fully tiled shower cubicle, period Victorian tiled floor and large storage cupboard. There is a separate matching WC. On the first floor landing, a door leads to concealed staircase to the lounge and attic storage, plus a glazed atrium suitable for conversion subject to usual permissions. The kitchen/living/dining space has a dual aspect outlook to rear and side with original sliding sash windows of Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough. There's a bespoke recently installed fitted kitchen by Johanna Montgomery. Amenities include an integrated Neff four ring hob, fixed canopy extractor hood above, drawer units below, and integrated Neff high level double ovens. Additionally, there's a Welsh style dresser, built-in wine rack, deep filled pot and pan drawers, integrated dishwasher and white marble period fireplace. The drawing/dining room has views across Ardara House gardens and grounds. There is a bespoke fitted gentleman's study with built-in book and display shelving. On entrance to the study, you'll find a concealed storage cupboard understairs. There are two bedrooms, each with high cornice ceiling, picture rail, fireplace and cast iron inset. One room has Oregon pine built-in robes and cupboards, the other has shelving and a pedestal wash hand basin. There is extensive storage in the roof space with built-in shelving and wash hand basin. Externally, well maintained communal grounds surround the property, laid in lawn with rhododendron bushes, wisteria and shrubbery. There is car port parking for one car with communal visitor parking and access to the garden store. Offers over £450,000. For more information contact John Minnis on 028 9187 1212.
Belfast Telegraph
16-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Belfast Telegraph
Co Down cottage with character and coastal views on the market for £625k
With character and charm, the property offers views of Donaghadee Sound, Copeland Islands and the Irish Sea. The reception/dining hall has a sandstone fireplace, and oak floor and a built-in window seat. The drawing room has a carved fireplace and open fire with French doors leading to the dining hall. The kitchen boasts a range of oak units and granite work surfaces with space for a cooking range and recess for fridge freezer. Amenities include a cast iron wood-burning stove, island unit, larder and remote controlled Velux windows. There is a utility room plumbed for washing machine with space for tumble dryer, plus a downstairs WC. The principal bedroom on the first floor comes with a double built-in wardrobe and three-piece ensuite. A second bedroom also has storage and a shower room. There are an additional two bedrooms and the family bathroom has a panelled bath and fully tiled floor. On the second floor you'll find the living room with a Gazco fire and study area, and a landing with its own walk-in storage area, which could be used as a home office or study. Externally, the property sits in a mature corner site with well presented gardens in lawns to front, side and rear, with flowers, shrubs, trees and plants plus a feature stone wall. The attached garage has power and light while the rear garden has paved patio barbecue areas. A driveway way in loose stones and another parking area provides ample room for cars. Offers around £624,950. For more info contact John Minnis Estate Agents on 028 9188 8881.
