Victoria Villa, 106 Saul Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6NQ
£325,000
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Description & Features
- Delightful Period Property Dating Back to 1830 and Extended in 1910
- Full of Character with Many Original Period Features
- Set on Extensive One Acre Elevated Site to Rear with Spectacular Views
- Set over Three Floors with Spacious and Versatile Accommodation
- Conveniently Located to Many Sought-after Schools and Local Amenities
- Six Bedrooms
- Five Receptions
- Drawing Room with Original Connemara Marble Fireplace
- Elevated Sunroom
- Main Kitchen with Aga stove and Pantry
- Scullery Kitchen
- Elevated Sun Terrace and Extensive Wooded Rear Gardens
- Off Street Parking
- OFCH
This remarkable property, originally constructed in the late 1830s, is a stunning example of Georgian design with all its period features lovingly retained throughout with original sash windows, wood shutters, servants’ bells, exposed wood floors and sweeping staircase.
Full of character and timeless charm ‘Victoria Villa ‘has a fascinating history and was extended and remodelled in 1910 to include one of many standout features, the central staircase, designed in Edwardian style serving as beautiful focal point leading to all floors as well as an impressive drawing room with bay windows overlooking the rear gardens, complete with original fireplace constructed from Connemara marble. The house has undergone some renovation to include replumbing, oil central heating and partial rewiring ensuring that it meets modern standards while still preserving all of its original features.
Set on a magnificent site of just under one acre, with stunning country wide views to the rear the property boasts an original wall garden, where you can see children's names, dates, and hand-carved details from as far back as 1890, etched into the stonework and large stone well another enchanting feature that adds to the overall charm of the property that holds such history.
The property spans three floors with a deceptive and extensive wealth of space and versatile living accommodation whatever your family needs. The entrance level has welcoming and bright entrance hall, two large dual aspect receptions, overflowing with natural light and elevated sunroom with fabulous views over the gardens and beyond, the split-level landing leading to two bedrooms and WC. On the split level first floor are a further four bedrooms, three of which are doubles and delightful Victorian bathroom with freestanding bath and separate WC. On the lower level are a further two receptions rooms, the large family room with wood burning stove and magnificent drawing room with superb Connemara marble fireplace. The cosy kitchen with Aga range overlooks the gardens and has access to pantry as well as separate scullery kitchen. Outside the property is set in on wonderful mature plot with spectacular views of the surrounding area and would be a gardener dream with so many different nooks and crannies and possibilities! This really does present a unique chance and rare opportunity to own a piece of history, with its mix of Georgian and Edwardian design, original features, and captivating charm making it a truly unique and special home.
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