Passing through the imposing electronic gates to enter the property from Sorrento Road, you’ll find a private driveway shared by three other properties. Another set of exclusively owned double gates then leads from there into Monte Alverno proper. Here you will find yourself in a generous courtyard of cut granite, which provides ample parking and access to the large carport.


The house itself, which is superbly positioned enjoys a spectacular elevated south facing site extending to 1.2 acres (approx). Maritime views from here are unparalleled and considerably compound the appeal of this fine home. Add to this the tremendous privacy, its well-serviced position beside Dalkey Village and the result is one of the finest locations in Ireland.


Quality and attention to detail throughout the house is of the highest standard and is maintained flawlessly in all aspects its design. The impressive entrance hall, with its double height domed ceiling over the magnificent stairwell, sets the tone of what is to follow. The wonderfully elegant double drawingroom, livingroom and feature study, with its hand crafted oak wall panelling all enjoy a sunny south facing orientation and outlook over the formal garden and Killiney Bay.


The dining room, situated to the side of the property has a view into the impressive conservatory with its feature natural granite outcrops complete with waterfall that flows into the large fishpond. Informal dining is also well catered for in the breakfast room, which is situated off a very homely and well-equipped Miele kitchen. A good size laundry/utility room, guest cloakroom and staff/children’s cloakroom are also found here.


On the first floor there are six very comfortable bedrooms, (the master bedroom includes a superb dressing room and bathroom ensuite). Two family bathrooms, a den/sitting room and access to the turret are also located on this level. All the main bedrooms are south facing and enjoy unobstructed sea views sweep from Sorrento Terrace over Killiney Bay and across to Bray Head. A spiral staircase within the turret leads to the sleeping cabin (which is currently used as an office/study) with its 270 degree view of the surrounding area which then continues on to provide access to the roof where you have a spectacular 360 degree panorama and access to the flagpole.


The residence is set in grounds that are laid out in beautifully manicured lawns, raised flowerbeds and mature wooded walkways. Neatly tucked into the corner of the site, there is an all weather floodlit tennis court beside a Chinese garden that has its own waterfall and lily pond. On the upper terrace, another outstanding feature of this stunning property is the hugely impressive, 65 ft long heated swimming pool complete with a dramatic dragon motif.


Surrounding the pool, there is a large Liscannor paved patio area from where there are also spectacular views of Killiney Bay and beyond. The Observation Tower beside the pool incorporates a fully tiled changing room with power shower, pedestal wash hand basin, wc, storage etc. and at its lower level, a plant and chemical room that services the pool. There is also at the higher level, a generous greenhouse and sunning/bathing area.


Steps to the side of the greenhouse lead down to the terraced back garden, gardeners shed, boiler house, and further down, a purpose built bin store, concealed 12,000 litre fuel tank and discreetly located gas and electric meters.


Because of its convenient and desirable location, the property benefits from having on its doorstep a number of excellent local amenities, including good shops, restaurants and schools, not to mention the wonderful walks around Killiney & Dalkey Hill, Sorrento Park and Coliemore Road. There is also easy access to and from the city centre via the DART, a mere ten minute stroll away and the M50 motorway.