Take the tour of Ashurst - Magnificent Killiney…

Take the tour of Ashurst - Magnificent Killiney mansion once occupied by Archbishop John Charles McQuaid on sale for €12m

Ashurst is one of the most exclusive homes on sale in Ireland right now.

Extending over 1,000 sq. metres, the mansion built in the mid-1800s boasts seven bedrooms, five bathrooms and the fruits of a an incredible 2015 restoration projected.

Ashurst is located on Military Road in Killiney but can be accessed from Seafied Road via a private woodland laneway. The new owners will be able to stroll to the beach on almost entirely private land or take in a breath-taking view of Killiney Bay from the Belfry tower added by former Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid.

McQuaid, who was good friends with former Taoiseach and President Eamon de Valera, is one of a number of illustrious former owners. It was originally built for Sir Compton Domville, a Member of Parliament but it fell into disrepair after the death of subsequent owner John Charles McQuaid.

More recently it has been modernised and fully restored and refurbished. Today Ashurst is a light-filled, spacious and charming home. The painstaking restoration completed in 2015 took over two years but left this historic house ready for the next century with enviable modernity of services, including geothermal heating.

The view from the Belfry Tower added by Archbishop John Charles McQuaid (MyHome.ie)

"The restoration design by Brazil Associates Architects and Studio Brazil Interiors preserves the historic fabric, while updating it with contemporary additions and remodelling such as the family kitchen that now opens to a sunny lounge on one side, and an orangery to the other," according to agents Sherry Fitz.

"Huge Oak double doors open to a panelled hallway, beyond which is an inner hall, with inlaid floors and intricate woodwork. Beyond these rooms, the house opens up to light, as its spectacular high ceilings and beautifully restored sash windows give gorgeous views to the patios, terraces and gardens.

The magnificent property was restored in 2015 (MyHome.ie)

The historic home is modern inside (MyHome.ie)

" While the kitchen is undoubtedly the heart of this home, the haven of the lounge beyond vies with the orangery opposite as prime space to enjoy a sunny afternoon, or to find cosy comforts on cooler days. Below, via atmospheric granite steps, the original cellar is naturally maintained at the ideal temperature for your wine collection," the description adds.

The extend to almost five acres and have been beautifully maintained providing privacy and peace, as well as offering places to sit, stroll and to enjoy the provisions of the extensive herb gardens, vegetable gardens and mature fruit trees.

Also included at the end of the driveway is a charming gate lodge, with its own courtyard, tool, vehicle and wood storage sheds. This is currently occupied by the groundsman.

There is a patio to the rear, as well as terraces and marvellous planting, including a kitchen garden that would be the envy of any chef, offering herbs, fruit and fresh vegetables.