burnham, 4 queens park, monkstown, co. dublin

Monkstown, DU A94 CF24

Burnham is a very impressive and stunningly elegant mid-19th century Victorian home, situated behind secluded gardens in the heart of Monkstown enjoying a most private setting. The property, which has been the home of the current owners since 2005, underwent a major refurbishment in 2007 with every modern convenience, creating a home which enjoys period charm and modern convenience in equal measure. Approached from Queens Park, through electronic gates and a high wall, the pristinely presented front gravelled driveway, with granite setts, mature box hedging and trees, a large selection of shrubbery, sets the tone for what lies behind the hall door of this beautiful double fronted home measuring approx. 305 sq.m/ 3,283 sq.ft.
Leading up a flight of ten granite steps bordered by an ornate railing, the Victorian portico front porch with its period tiling brings you to the hall door with opaque side panels and large fan light. The entrance hallway with its feature 3.4m high ceilings give such a sense of space, there is magnificently ornate cornicing and decorative archway from beyond which leads to all main reception rooms two of which are interconnecting with two original period marble fireplaces, for entertaining on a grand scale, a formal study/ sitting room and a cloakroom and bathroom.
The flooring on this level is Oak chevron parquet all with in keeping of a bygone era. On the right is a reception room, currently in use as a home office with large sash window overlooking the front garden and custom-built shelving. From the inner hallway to the left is the formal drawing room and dining room, these are magnificent reception rooms which can be opened or closed off depending on the occasion, have again custom-built folding doors. These rooms have 3.4m height ceilings, stunningly ornate cornicing, ceiling roses and matching marble fireplaces with black granite hearths, both of which have been magnificently restored and both have operational open fires. All rooms retain the period woodwork, architrave, skirting, and doors.
A beautifully carved staircase leads upstairs where there are four very large double bedrooms, all with bespoke mirrored wardrobes. All bathrooms and ensuites are very modern with luxurious Duravit sanitary ware, all designed by ‘The Bathouse' in Monkstown.
At garden level, accessed by a lovely wooden staircase with tempered glass panelled banister, leads to the wonderful heart of the home. A very spacious and modern open plan kitchen/ breakfast/ family room enjoys a dual aspect to a large, decked southerly facing area ideal for al fresco dining and another more intimate granite patio area to the side with pedestrian access.
The kitchen is a beautiful contemporary designed by ‘Bulthaup' and the tiled flooring by ‘Minima' has underfloor heating which adds to the sense of luxury. Very modern feature windows with glass sliding doors provide for a modern sense of feel. The family room has a log burner ideal for adding cosiness on colder evenings. There is a large utility/ laundry room with extra storage and leads to the Comms room with boiler etc. There is also another room at this level which could have several uses, either as playroom or gym or even another living or t.v. room.
This is a house which benefits from being magnificently refurbished providing a very comfortable family home with a touch of luxury exuding an overall period charm leaving the new owners with little to do but move in. The fact that this house is positioned just a stones' throw from the lively village of Monkstown and the Sea, a 6-minute walk to Seapoint and Monkstown Dart Stations, easy reach of both renowned Boys and Girls Secondary schools, and world class Sailing amenities and Tennis Club, yet enjoys rural and private seclusion from the passing traffic will have huge appeal.
Burnham is without doubt a superb family home of distinction providing excellent accommodation on private site, just a stroll from Monkstown and Blackrock villages.