luxury architect houses for sale County Dublin, Ireland

Barrington is an exceptional A3-rated detached family residence, ideally positioned at the end of a quiet, mature private road just off Saval Park Road—one of Dalkey’s most prestigious addresses. Set on approximately 0.38 acres of beautifully landscaped, level grounds, this remarkable home offers a rare blend of privacy, elegance, and generous living space. Originally extended in 2004 under the guidance of architect Paul Brazil and comprehensively remodelled in 2020, the property now presents as a turnkey, architecturally refined home with a distinctive American-inspired interior. Secure electric gates open to a private driveway with parking for two cars, leading to a detached double garage with an additional 56 sqm (611 sq. ft.) of versatile space overhead. Steps descend to a beautifully landscaped courtyard patio, setting the tone for the quality found throughout. The light-filled interior extends to approximately 294 sqm (3,165 sq. ft) and is thoughtfully designed for modern family living. A welcoming entrance hall leads to a cosy sitting room with a feature gas fireplace, while the impressive double-height living room showcases an exposed brick wall, Stovax solid fuel stove, bespoke oak shelving, and French doors opening to the front courtyard. Above, a minstrel gallery provides an ideal home office space. Also at ground level is a fifth bedroom with a luxurious shower room—perfect for guests or multi-generational living. To the rear lies the heart of the home: a superb open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area. This space features engineered oak flooring and a bespoke Noel Dempsey in-frame Shaker-style kitchen with Miller Brothers granite countertops, a dual-fuel AGA, Liebherr fridge/freezer, and Quooker tap. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the dining area includes a gas stove, a cosy reading nook, and French doors opening onto an expansive southwest facing raised deck with hot tub, overlooking a mature, private rear garden. Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned front-facing bedrooms (one en suite) and a contemporary family shower room. The principal suite to the rear is a true retreat, featuring a vaulted ceiling, walk-in wardrobe, and a luxurious “his and hers” en suite with roll-top bath and separate shower. French doors open to a Juliet balcony, offering delightful sea views. Features: A3 BER-rated energy-efficient home with Ecodan Mitsubishi heat pump system Set on approx. 0.38 acre of landscaped, level grounds Secure electric gates with private approach and off-street parking Bespoke hand-painted Noel Dempsey kitchen with Miller Brothers granite worktops and premium appliances, including a dual-fuel AGA and Liebherr fridge/freezer High-quality alu-clad and timber-framed double-glazed windows by Carlson Extended in 2004 by architect Paul Brazil and fully remodelled to an exceptional standard in 2020 Expansive south-west facing raised deck with hot tub—ideal for outdoor entertaining Beautifully landscaped, private southwest-facing rear garden (approx. 28m x 23m) with feature waterfall and pond Luxurious principal suite with vaulted ceiling, walk-in wardrobe, and elegant ensuite featuring a roll-top bath Detached double garage with extensive storage and approx. 56 sqm (611 sq. ft.) of additional space on the first floor Wired for EV charging point Underfloor heating in the kitchen/dining area and principal suite Professionally installed CAT 5 wired wi-fi routers throughout house and garage Pre-wiring in place for solar panel installation Heating system controlled by wall thermostats or smart phone Full camera security system controlled by smart phone Fitted carpets, window coverings, all appliances and hot tub included in the sale Fully wireless alarm system, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors also controlled by smart phone

Heather Cottage is a striking contemporary home on Dublin’s windswept Howth Peninsula, one of the most coveted coastal locations in Ireland. This one-of-a-kind, five-bedroom home sits discreetly into the landscape in an area of outstanding natural beauty, just outside Howth village. Heather Cottage is the last word in discretion. The property was imbued with a sense of place by its creator, the internationally renowned architect Andrzej Wejchert of AD Wejchert and Partners. Heather Cottage is located 30 minutes to Dublin city centre and 20 minutes to the airport. The restaurants and facilities of Howth village are just a short walk away. At one with its private setting on the Hill of Howth, Heather Cottage offers an unrivalled, front-row view of Ireland’s Eye, Lambay Island, and the Irish Sea beyond. The structure itself pays homage to its surroundings through the use of local materials. Clad in Howth Stone, an indigenous ochre-colored sandstone, the exterior walls blend seamlessly into the landscape. The roof is covered in sustainable, corrosion-resistant zinc, and offers two roof terraces from which to take in the breath-taking coastal panorama. The residence is composed of a split-level, single-story living and entertaining wing and a two-story bedroom wing, offering a total 3,390 square feet of airy, light-filled interior space. Heather Cottage affords splendid isolation but with every modern luxury. Designed to an exacting standard, the finishes throughout are meticulous. Double-glazed and thermally broken windows bring in the light and the views yet also provide protection from the elements. White-oiled oak and Liscannor-tile floors throughout are equipped with an underfloor gas-fired heating system. The sleek contemporary kitchen, situated on the entrance level to connect to the main living spaces, features white siltstone countertops. An open doorway leads into a large dining room overlooking the living room, itself divided into two distinct areas by a dual-fronted fireplace. Vast walls of glass frame the dramatic vistas of the Howth coastline and the Irish Sea. Designed for Ultimate Peace and Privacy every area of the house offers privacy. There are three luxurious bedrooms on the entrance level. A flight of stairs leads down to two additional bedroom suites and a sixth bedroom, currently configured as an office. The joinery, flooring, glass balustrades, open shelving, and niches are all beautifully crafted. The main bedroom has a sumptuous bathroom. The second bedroom has a spacious en-suite with a shower and a sliding glass door to a private terrace. Each of the bedrooms has an oversized en-suite bathroom (three of which have baths) appointed with Philippe Starck sanitary ware and Hansgrohe showers, all as luxurious as those in the world’s finest hotels. The house is set within over seven acres of verdant private grounds an environment of outstanding natural beauty. It is further surrounded by 300 acres of magnificent land which is totally protected landscape. The land has been designated as an area to which attaches a Special Area Amenity Order, which attributes the most stringent level of planning protection. No other home can ever be built here. This is because the surrounding landscape is Government-designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is a home to wild birds, animals, sea cliffs, heathland, and rocky outcroppings. It is land which was sacred and inspirational to many creative people, most notably Samuel Beckett and James Joyce. The house is in close proximity to three main beaches, two hidden beaches, yacht clubs, exclusive golf clubs, excellent schools, and frequent public transport systems. All viewings of this truly one of a kind residence are strictly by appointment with Barry Connolly of Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty.

Welcome to Chalain, a spacious detached home on a generous and sunny 1/4 acre plot. This property was bought new off-plan in 1989 by the current owners. It has been the perfect home for raising their family, and entertaining their grandchildren. The time has come for a new owner to appreciate the joys of this delightful property as they move to somewhere more suited to their needs. With their French connections they have loved the sunny aspect and generous conservatory.To ensure proper spacing of viewings, Casey-Kennedy Estate Agents in association with international agents Coldwell Banker request that viewers register in advance by email. We will contact you to schedule an exact viewing time within the advertised time range.This property is marketed using a video and additional photographs showing rooms which have been virtually staged using AI. NB: The rooms themselves have not been changed - just the furnishings. The virtually staged photos are clearly annotated and shown immediately after the original images, so you can clearly see the differences.This property is in an elevated position set well back from the road. It has recessed cast iron electric gates opening to a curved driveway with space for multiple cars. A neat and colourful front lawn with attractive planting greets you as you approach the front door. It also creates a lovely perspective out the large bow window from the main reception room.One of the joys of this home is the large westerly facing side garden privately secluded behind inner electric wooden gates. This has parking for two additional cars and a lovely sunny paved patio surrounded by mature lavender plants, just as you might expect in the south of France.The southwesterly facing back garden and conservatory are flooded with sunshine from 10am to dusk - making this a very bright home, with plenty of solar gain. The children's play area with slide, swing and see-saw are included in the sale. A block-built shed with pitched roof and window could be converted into a playhouse or artist's studio.The generously proportioned accommodation comprises an entrance porch opening to a hall with staircase, to the right of which is a playroom / study overlooking the front garden. To the right of the hall are interconnecting main reception rooms stretching 12.7m from front to back with a bow window to the front and French doors opening to a large conservatory to the back. A second set of French doors leads back into the country-style painted-wood kitchen. The adjacent utility room has a back door opening to the side garden. Off the hall is a guest WC and an under-stairs storage room containing the condensing gas boiler.This deceptively spacious home benefits from five good-sized bedrooms on the first floor, all with spacious fitted wardrobes. The two beautifully proportioned front bedrooms each have dual windows creating a welcoming sense of space. Looking out you can admire the front garden. The main bedroom has a well-appointed en-suite shower room. A family bathroom and a large hot press completes the first-floor accommodation. From the first floor landing, the staircase continues up to three attic rooms providing an abundance of additional space.Chalain has been well tended and maintained over the years. The heating system was upgraded and the cavity walls pumped with insulation. This has given it a respectable B3 BER rating - qualifying it for the lower rate green mortgages.The 285 sq.m floor area includes 52 sq.m in attic rooms and a 23 sq.m. conservatory. These are both original to the house. They are very usable spaces. The attic has a current max ceiling height of 2.27m and is not currently considered habitable space. However the roof apex height is close to 3.1m giving plenty of height for a potentially habitable attic conversion (S.P.P.).There is a great range of highly regarded schools nearby including Lycée Français International, St. Killian's German School, Our Lady's Grove primary and secondary schools, Gaelscoil Laighean, Goatstown Educate Together primary school, Mount Anville primary and secondary schools and The Islamic Cultural Centre hosts the NurulHuda Quranic School and Muslim National School. Within easy cycling distance you have Scoil San Treasa, Coláiste Íosagáin, Coláiste Eoin, and Oatlands College.For a studious family (or those interested in sports scholarships), a walkway leads directly into UCD through a wicket gate, opposite the turn to Harlech Grove, less than 100 yards from the gate.At the top of Mount Anville hill, 15 minutes walk away, is the delightful Deerpark Park with well-equipped playgrounds, tennis courts, playing fields and walks with expansive views over Dublin Bay.The area is served by the number 11 and S6 bus routes.Early viewing is highly recommended.