Description
Ferara is a handsome red brick family home ideally positioned beside a spacious open green in the serene and exclusive Claremont Pines enclave. A former ambassador's residence this impressive property offers generous proportions and well-maintained interior. Thoughtfully extended by previous owners the house now spans approximately 420sq.m. across three levels, set on a private quarter-acre of mature landscaped gardens that include a heated outdoor swimming pool.
This superbly laid-out home balances spacious living and sleeping quarters, ideal for family life and entertaining alike. The ground floor boasts an exceptional flow of four interconnecting reception rooms, a modern kitchen with breakfast area, a front-facing private study, two guest W.C.s, and a practical utility room. There is also internal access to the heated, insulated garage.
Upstairs, five spacious bedrooms await—four of which are ensuite alongside a large family bathroom and walk-in hot press. The top floor, original to the house, features lofty ceilings and large Velux windows, offering a bright, flexible space perfect for a playroom, home cinema, or gym.
Nestled on approx. 0.25 acres, the mature gardens offer total privacy, enhanced by dual timber electric gates that lead to ample driveway parking and garage access. The rear garden, laid in lawn and framed by herbaceous borders and mature trees, features a large patio area that enjoys evening sun and wraps around the heated pool.
This is a truly wonderful location to raise a family, offering peace and privacy with every amenity within easy reach.
LOCATION
Ideally situated in the leafy suburb of Foxrock, just 12km from St. Stephen's Green, this home enjoys proximity to the charm of Foxrock village, known for its gourmet eateries, restaurants, and boutique food shops. For broader shopping options, Dunnes Stores at Cornelscourt is nearby. Leisure facilities abound, with Foxrock Golf Club, Leopardstown Driving Range, and Carrickmines Croquet & Lawn Tennis Club all within easy reach. The area is also well-served by top-tier schools including St. Brigid's, Hollypark, and secondary options such as Blackrock College, Mount Anville, Loreto Foxrock, Nord Anglia International, and St. Andrew's. Gonzaga College, Alexandra College, and Sandford Park are also easily accessible via the nearby LUAS, just 600 metres away.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Cabinteely Park—with its 110 acres and expansive playground is close by. Commuters will appreciate quick access to the N11 Quality Bus Corridor, M50 interchange (Exit 15), and Carrickmines LUAS stop. Accommodation
Porch -
The enclosed entrance porch with leaded French doors and terracotta tiling leads through to…
Reception Hall -
This impressive reception entrance sets the tone for the generous proportions this home provides throughout. With polished porcelain tiled floors, decorative cornicing and access to a large under-stairs storage area.
Study -
Located to the front of the property, a classically designed space with floor to ceiling corner window overlooking the private gardens. The library has a fitted bookcase and storage with matching leather covered desk. A luxurious work from home space.
Powder Room/Guest W.C. -
Coming through to a powder room with tiled flooring, following into a contemporary guest W.C with tiled flooring, wall mounted vanity sink and W.C. and feature mirrored wall.
Drawing Room -
Entering through double doors into this bright and luxurious room, the dual aspect from the three large windows allows for great natural lighting. The centre piece of this room is the wonderful marble fireplace with granite hearth and remote-controlled coal effect gas fire. Features include decorative ceiling cornicing and centre rose. Double doors connect this room to…
Dining Room -
This warm inviting space has decorative cornicing and direct access to both the kitchen and bi-fold doors that open to the summer room. Allowing this property to have great circulation for parties.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room -
The contemporary high gloss cream kitchen has extensive wall and floor units, new high-end appliances including a double oven, induction hob, integrated dishwasher and American style fridge/freezer. With tiled floor and back splash, undermount sink and stone work-surfaces. There is space for a breakfast table and access to both the dining room, summer room and family room.
Summer Room -
This large bright space overlooks the rear garden and swimming pool area. With tiled floor and vaulted insulated ceiling.
Family Room -
A sizeable room with Tarkett maple wood flooring, decorative cornicing and feature marble fireplace with remote controlled coal effect gas fire. This room has direct access to the garden through sliding glazed doors.
Utility Room -
Accessed off the family room this large boot room with tiled floor and side door to the garden, houses the washing machine, dryer and sink with lots of storage behind sliding mirrored doors. There is access to the garage from here.
Guest W.C. -
A second guest toilet that has been fully tiled with vanity sink and W.C.
Garage -
With insulated electric garage door. This space has a tiled floor and is heated great for vintage car enthusiasts!
Landing -
A bright a wide landing with access to the large, shelved walk-in hot press
Main Bedroom -
A quiet oasis at the rear of the property, this large suite has many wonderful features including decorative cornicing, marble fireplace with remote controlled coal effect gas fire and sliding door to private balcony overlooking the pool and rear garden.
Dressing Room -
With window to the front of the property and sliding mirrored wardrobes that are fitted with automatic lighting, a range of hanging spaces and drawers.
Ensuite -
A roomy suite that has been fully tiled incorporating a W.C., bidet, dual vanity sinks, bath and large corner shower.
Bedroom 2 -
A lovely double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and peaceful dual aspect views over both the rear garden and green space to the side of the property.
Jack & Jill Ensuite -
A modern tiled suite that services two bedroom with W.C, large vanity sink unit with curved corner shower with glass surround.
Bedroom 3 -
A superb double bedroom with extensive fitted wardrobes and built in desk. This space enjoys a sunny dual aspect with views to the front and over the green space to the side of the property. It shares the 'Jack & Jill' ensuite.
Bedroom 4 -
A single room with fitted wardrobes to the front of the property.
Family Bathroom -
A generous suite fully tiled with mirror and lighting, sink, W.C. and corner jacuzzi bath with shower .
Bedroom 5 -
A double bedroom to the front of the property with fitted wardrobes and access to a large eaves' storage area.
Ensuite -
Incorporating a pedestal sink unit, corner shower and W.C.
Attic Room -
Built originally with the property; this wonderfully bright space has two large recently installed, triple glazed, Velux roof lights, wood flooring and a feature Richard Le Droff fireplace. With access to the insulated, part floored, attic space. This space makes for a fantastic playroom/home cinema or gym.
Garden -
Ferara sits on approximately 0.25 acres of mature, beautifully landscaped gardens. Two sets of timber electric gates lead to a driveway with space for up to 4 cars and garage access. The front lawn is bordered by vibrant shrubs, while two gated side passages lead to the rear. The rear garden boasts mature trees, manicured lawn, and an expansive patio that enjoys evening sun—perfectly wrapping around the crystal-clear heated swimming pool and hot tub. A separate pump house / pool storage room completes the setting.
Features
- SERVICES
- GFCH (newly installed boiler in 2024)
- Double set of electric gates
- Mobile app and centrally monitored high security alarm system
- Insulated electric garage door
- Heated outdoor swimming pool with hot tub
- Ultra High Speed Broadband and TV available via already installed fibre optic cable offering speeds up to 2 Gigabits per second
- 3 Phase Electricity Supply allows installation of High Speed EV Charger (22kWh
BER Details
BER: C1
BER No: 106963143
Energy Performance Indicator: 160.38 kWh/m2/yr Negotiator