Description
A Private Courtyard incorporating RTE Home of the year 2020 and ancillary accommodation.
The Courtyard, Beech Park, adjacent Shackleton Gardens is an oasis of tranquillity incorporating a 19th Century converted Carriage House (the principal residence within The Courtyard), the Gate Cottage, the Garden Cottage, The Grand Hall and a Workshop. This is an utterly unique opportunity to acquire a most charming 19th Century property enjoying an almost rural setting in West Dublin. Recently The Carriage House, the principal residence within The Carriage House won the illustrious title of RTE Home of the Year 2020 fending off competition from 21 beautiful homes from around this Emerald Isle. The 19th Century Carriage House and adjoining stable were transformed into a distinctive, rare and exceptional 120sqm (1291sqft) two-bed house with the vision of the current owner, shaped by MVK Architects and made real by Des Egan & Sons who specialise in Heritage building projects. The works were completed, and great things achieved under the watchful eye of Fingal County Council’s conservation architect and a wonderful home that married contemporary and gracious living.
Dating from 1830 The Courtyard was succinctly described by Peter Crowley of PAC, one of the judges on Home of the Year 2020 as “The Courtyard, a perfect quadrangle, is like something from an Enid Blyton novel “
The cobblestoned courtyard is a joy to behold from almost any vantage point within. The Carriage House has almost floor to ceiling glazing and looks onto The Grand Hall with a most distinctive clocktower and weathervane. Landscaped grass squares give home to well stocked mature trees and shrubs all of which may be regarded from the delightful pergola, a focal point within the courtyard. The Grand Hall has served as the reception area for many family celebrations and presents as an ideal venue for both private parties and occasions. The workshop may be adapted to gainful uses or pursuing private endeavours. The cottages form part of this single-family compound. There is ample parking available.
