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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Irish Independent
See inside this ‘hidden gem' Clare home designed by former ‘Home of the Year' finalist
The five-bed house, measuring just under mansion-qualifying square footage, lies in between Cratloe and Sixmilebridge, and sits on approximately one-acre of land. The home is within walking distance of Cratloe's well-known woodland areas, while maintaining peace and seclusion. Lisney Sotheby's International Realty has listed this literal hidden gem of the Banner County with uninterrupted views of the Shannon River and the rolling countryside beyond, describing it as a 'showcase of award-winning architectural design, natural light, and expansive, thoughtfully planned accommodation'. 'This home represents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique contemporary property that perfectly balances architecture, lifestyle, and location,' the listing reads. 'Whether for a family, a creative professional, or someone seeking an inspiring retreat with urban access, this residence is sure to impress.' Hillbrook House was designed by renowned architect Kostas Wootis, a Greek visionary now residing in the same county as this property. Wootis famously won his episode of Home of the Year in 2018, advancing to the show's final. Much like his own home, Hillbrook House brings nature into the home – with large windows, an atrium, a stunning wood-panelled balcony, and foliage galore transforming this home into a mini botanical garden. While boasting exquisite architecture and divine views, the home is also perfectly suited for family, with a large garden and living room area providing the perfect space for roaming little ones. 'Occupying a beautifully landscaped one-acre site, the property stands out not only for its striking appearance but for the intelligence and innovation behind every detail,' the listing says. 'With clean lines, extensive glazing, and a commanding presence, the home blends contemporary design with functional elegance. Every room has been considered to optimise the site's elevated positioning and to connect harmoniously with the outdoor environment.' 'At the heart of the home lies a dramatic triple-height atrium—a show-stopping feature that defines the architectural character of the interior,' the listing continues. 'This spectacular space floods the home with natural light, enhancing the sense of volume and offering uninterrupted vertical sightlines that contribute to the overall feeling of openness and tranquillity.' ADVERTISEMENT The accommodation is generous and versatile, comprising of what Lisney Sotheby's International Realty has described as: 'An open-flow primary living area connecting a stunning modern kitchen, elegant dining area, and comfortable lounge space, all oriented toward panoramic views. Oversized glass doors lead directly to a sun terrace, ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply soaking in the breath-taking landscape. Four spacious double bedrooms, each with expansive windows offering natural light and impressive views. A fifth room, currently used as a study, offers flexibility to serve as a guest bedroom, office, or creative space. The master suite enjoys its own private outlook, built-in storage, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.' The property's large basement creates even further potential for this property – with the layout allowing plenty of privacy, while maintaining easy access to the main living area. Currently, the basement contains a music studio and an additional storage space, however it is fully adaptable and could easily accommodate guest accommodation, a granny flat, a cinema room, a home office, or a fully equipped gym. Outside, the property features a garage with internal access, a driveway with plenty of room for hosting, and extensive manicured lawns.
Irish Times
23-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Classic Kenny-built five-bed in Mount Merrion for €1.55m
Address : Inniscarra, 5 Greygates, Mount Merrion, Co Dublin Price : €1,550,000 Agent : Lisney Sotheby's International View this property on Long front and back gardens are a notable feature of houses built by developer John Kenny in Mount Merrion in the 1930s and a five-bedroom home now on the market has both. Inniscarra, a 209sq m (2,249sq ft) semidetached five-bed on a fifth of an acre, has a long private back garden sheltered by tall hedges and a front garden with lots of space to park beside the lawn. Mount Merrion, where Limerick developer Kenny and his business partner John du Moulin bought land in the 1920s and 1930s to build modern houses, was among Dublin's first suburbs. Kenny houses were all-electric and designed for convenience. It's clear that number 5 Greygates – a road of houses at the very front of Mount Merrion – is a Kenny-built house: it has the signature white stippled exterior with bow windows on one side and a roof sloping down at the other, over what would have originally been a garage. It's for sale through Lisney Sotheby's International Realty for €1.55 million. It has a C2 Ber rating. Front hall Sittingroom Kitchen and livingroom Dining and living area Kitchen The vendors bought number 5 in 2006 and extended it at the back, creating a large L-shaped open-plan dining, living and kitchen area. A stained-glass front door opens into a small front hall with what looks like an original, somewhat scuffed, parquet floor. On the left, a door opens into a study that's also accessed from the kitchen area. READ MORE A door on the right opens into a sittingroom where the wide, six-paned bow window looks on to the front garden. It has a coal-effect gas fire, a painted timber fireplace and a wide plank walnut floor. Glazed French doors open from the end of the front hall and more French doors from the sittingroom into the open-plan space. This has a high (about 10.5ft) ceiling and is very bright, with walls and built-in units coloured mostly cream/white. Two very wide floor-to-ceiling glazed sliding doors open directly on to the back patio. Main bedroom Bathroom Back garden Built-in cabinets and shelves line the wall on both sides of a log-effect gas fireplace. The whole open-plan space is floored with a wide-plank walnut floor, a little scuffed in the kitchen area. The kitchen has glossy cream units, and a unit that's more isthmus than island separates the kitchen from the living area. Like the counter, it's topped with pale Silkstone, a porcelain-like, hard-wearing material. A utility room and a downstairs shower room open off the kitchen, with a door in a hallway to an outside side passage. A sliding pocket door opens into the downstairs study, with its pretty arched window at the front of the house. Stairs on the left of the hall divide at the top, with a good-sized family bathroom on the left and four bedrooms on the right. The main bedroom is a good-sized double and, like the sittingroom below, has a wide bow window. There's another double bedroom at the back, looking over the tall trees in gardens on The Rise. The two other bedrooms are smaller and both have a couple of steps down to spaces used as work or study areas. A large bedroom in the converted attic has built-in shelves and wardrobes and a small en suite shower room. At the back of the house is a sandstone patio and a long lawn bordered with mature shrubs. A path at the side leads to two garden sheds, one used as a home gym. There's lots of room to park in the front garden. Greygates is a cul-de-sac at the very front of Mount Merrion, running parallel to the N11: it's a sharp turn left at the very beginning off The Rise, the suburb's central road. It's part-shielded from the N11 by a bank of tall trees and a low stone wall, and it's only a cul-de-sac for vehicles – it's a few minutes' walk from Greygates to a pavement and a bus stop on the N11, which leads into Dublin city centre.
