As houses go they don’t come much more impressive than 1 Thulla at Dunbo Hill in Howth, Co Dublin.
This stunning 5 bed home offers a massive 662sqm of living space and boasts all the modern conveniences you could want from a dream home.
Located in a small enclave of exclusive properties in the heart of Howth, 1 Thulla needs to be seen to be believed.
The property is laid out over three floors with an interior design which is both stylish and sophisticated with modern comforts beyond extraordinary.
The house is situated behind electric gates in and is both private and secure. The setting provides an atmosphere that is both quiet and serene whilst the layout and design overlooking the harbour connects the residence with the activity below creating a really beautiful and ever-changing vista.
The accommodation includes 5 bedrooms all ensuite, an abundance of open plan living space at hall level whilst at ground floor level there is a cinema room, temperature-controlled wine cellar, fully equipped home gym, a Norwegian sauna and outdoor stainless-steel hot-tub, steam rooms and a luxurious home office.
There is also ample secure parking for 4/5 cars, a private rear garden trimmed by a herringbone limestone path and flanked by mature olive trees overlooking the west pier of the harbour.
Every inch of this spectacular home has been carefully considered, every door handle consciously selected to complement its surroundings and is more akin to a five-star boutique hotel than a 5-bedroom home in one of Dublin's most exclusive locations, all overlooking Howth Harbour and Ireland's Eye beyond.
The views from all three levels are equally exquisite and endlessly interesting. The landscape is ever changing from sunrise to the east, to the most beautiful sunsets Dublin has to offer and later in the evening as the harbour lights up below on the West Pier.
The property was at first designed and then enhanced to make the most of these breathtaking views. As you enter this five-star home the tone is set to 'Premium' immediately.
There is a stunning herringbone solid oak hardwood floor throughout the bright, spacious, welcoming hallway. As you traverse the hall to the reception rooms beyond, your eye is instantly drawn through glass double doors where Ireland’s Eye in the distance is framed by the picture-window in the living room.
The main living room and the kitchen / dining room are seamlessly connected and have an open plan layout whilst each space is very clearly defined. The kitchen / dining room runs the full length of the property and could only be described as opulent. Designed to make the most of the views over the harbour the kitchen has a six metre long island unit as the focal point with a marble countertop and teak breakfast bar, with integrated appliances, an induction hob and extractor hood overhead.
The many features of this impressive kitchen include integrated 'Gaggenau' appliances, an air conditioned larder, a full height wine fridge along with a UV light neatly disguised over the generous countertop to encourage a small indoor herb garden. The bespoke kitchen units are crossed grain, dark oak panels with solid bronze handles which are at first glance understated but up close really quite elegant. Separating the kitchen and dining room there is also a beautiful, back lit 'Crittal' glass display cabinet.
There is ample space to entertain or dine formally in the dining room at one end of the kitchen and at the other three large glass panel concertina doors draw back to connect this space to the large patio / terrace ideal for dining outdoors any time of the year.
The living room is equally impressive with two floor to ceiling picture windows either side of a feature gas fire, 'Bang and Olufsen' TV inset and a curved, tiled fire surround.
At ground floor level there are several features of this distinctive residence that really set it apart from almost anything else available on the market today. There are two bedroom suites complete with luxurious ensuite bathrooms fully tiled with rainfall, steam-room showers in both. Each room also enjoys the benefit of direct access through sliding doors to a private south facing terrace.
From back to front a neat hallway connects the bedroom suites to the gym, spa, cinema, utility and study beyond. En route you will encounter a wine cellar which is beautifully crafted from solid white oak and marble, back lit and plumbed behind Crittal doors, a work of art in itself. It is a cellar which would be suitable for the finest of fine wine collections.
There are double doors here which open to reveal a home gym that can cater for the whole family at the same time. The view once again begins to come back into focus with a small hallway behind glass doors between your daily work out and a 'Gessi' outdoor shower, a 'Brass Monkey' ice bath and the stainless steel hot tub on the deck overlooking Ireland's Eye, yet completely hidden from view.
The gym, together with the large Norwegian Sauna and outdoor amenities on the deck, create a fairly unique outdoor / indoor wellness spa which can be enjoyed at any time of the year in complete privacy - all with breathtaking views.
On the other side of the hall is a study which feels slightly removed from the rest of the home and is yet still connected and cosy. This space provides for a peaceful retreat ideal for rest and relaxation or alternatively to afford the new owners with a quiet space to focus while working from home.
The flooring is for the most part wooden herringbone but at ground floor level it is white ash instead of oak which adds to the brightness throughout. Beside the study there is a large fully fitted cinema room complete with multi-tiered sofa beds, again with enough room to host the whole family or a small birthday party.
The utility and storage room are fitted with top of the range 'Gaggeneau' appliances to complete the accommodation at ground floor level. Even whilst doing the laundry one can enjoy the scenery as far as the Mountains of Mourne on a clear day.
On the first floor there are three more bedrooms and a laundry closet. Two of the bedrooms are double rooms, both ensuite with walk in wardrobes and a designated study space. These two rooms also benefit from an elevated position and a view toward the lush green hills of the 'Ben of Howth' to the South.
The main bedroom truly is the jewel in this crown. The dressing room comes complete with a bespoke, cushioned wardrobe and vanity unit with a glass display case for your jewellery along with a his and hers walk in wardrobe.
The ensuite bathroom would not be out of place in any of the finest hotels in the country. There is a view in the mirror whilst brushing your teeth in the morning of Ireland’s Eye and Lambay Island in the distance. The bath has an overflow which creates an infinity pool effect with a separate double shower where you can enjoy the views as far the horizon at sunrise.
The bedroom itself has a split level lay out where you step down to the bedroom. There is additional wardrobe space here and the bed is perfectly positioned to give complete privacy but also offers a discreet view of the harbour from where you could watch the world go by with a coffee on a lazy Sunday morning.
The upper level has a fully fitted study desk and two armchairs placed right in front of the floor to ceiling corner window. If 1 Thulla was to compete for the 'House of the Year' this would be where the owners would put the famous red spot. It is an idyllic setting to take in the view, particularly as the sun goes down on the day and the harbour lights up.
Howth has long been home to the rich and famous but 1 Thulla offers something the most salubrious locations in Dublin simply cannot match - opulence, elegance, an abundant floor space, every conceivable modern comfort, unrivalled views from almost every room and all right in the heart of Howth village.
With so many amenities on your doorstep, the city centre just 20km away and Dublin Airport just 17km, 1 Thulla is about as exclusive a home as you can get in Dublin.
For sale via Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty, you can check it out on MyHome at www.myhome.ie/4830600.
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