Killiney house that runs down to the beach

There are serene sea views from most rooms in a Victorian house over Killiney beach, writes Eivlín Roden

A DETACHED Victorian house on three-quarters of an acre by the sea at Killiney is for sale by private treaty through Daphne L Kaye for €4.25 million.

At 240sq m (2,600sq ft), this beautiful property is unusual both in its setting, above Killiney beach with the sea just beyond the garden fence, and the charm which the orientation gives the house.

Set sideways onto quiet Strand Road, the double-fronted, four-bedroom house takes advantage both of sea views and light pouring in from east, south and west.

Three wide granite steps lead up to a pale blue front door with stained glass lights, designed by the owner's brother, and a wrought iron balcony above.

There are many original features in the house, such as polished boards in the hall and diningroom, original marble fire surrounds and cornices.

The back of the house has been extended and comprises a large vaulted kitchen/breakfastroom with ceiling beams and a wall of French doors.

A square inner hall leads off the cranberry painted diningroom with a study off to one side and a guest bedroom suite off to the other side, looking onto the sea.

There is also a utility room and a small livingroom here.

The serene drawingroom is a place to dream in. Here you can sit in front of the 18th century timber and gesso fireplace and gaze at the sea filling both windows to either side with blue, while trees dapple the light from the square bay window at the front.

Equally lovely is the main bedroom suite which is situated directly above this, sharing the same views and with a fine marble fireplace. A door leads to a large walk-in wardrobe with loads of storage and a bathroom retreat panelled in white-painted wood with a raised bath to take advantage of the sea views.

Two more bedrooms and the family bathroom are off a half landing at the back of the house.

Outside, electronic gates open onto a sweep of gravel with lots of parking.

Around the side is a magnificent patio garden with paving and cedar decking, a bank of blue agapanthus and stunning views of sea and sky.

A surprise is the long orchard garden with enough open lawn for football practice.

There is a separate spacious studio building near the house with doors out on to its own little patio.

The Dart station at Killiney is just a few minutes walk away from the house.

The Yellow House, Strand Road, Killiney, Co Dublin

A 240sq m (2,600sq ft) Victorian house with expansive sea views

Agent:Daphne L Kaye