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6 Bed Detached House
Bodifyr, 1 Park Avenue
Donaghadee, BT21 0EB
offers around
£725,000

Key Features & Description
Stunning Double Fronted Victorian Home In A Popular Residential Area
Modernised Throughout And Finished To An High Standard Internally And Externally
Four Good Sized Reception Areas, Three With Working Fireplaces
Five Bedrooms, Primary With Luxury En-suite And Dressing Room
Additional Benefits Include Office, Cloakroom, Utility Room, Garage And Summer House
Open Plan Kitchen/Living/Dining Room With Double Doors To Rear Courtyard
Sweeping Tarmac Driveway With Parking For Multiple Vehicles
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Description
Bodifyr (Origin Welsh, meaning 'Happy Home')
Nestled on the charming Park Avenue in Donaghadee, this magnificent detached house, originally built in 1896 as a 'Gentleman's Residence' for Louis De Delacherois, stands as a testament to period architecture and rich history. Spanning an impressive 3,800 square feet, this double fronted Victorian residence has been lovingly maintained and renovated and boasts a unique narrative, having served as a Presbyterian Manse in the 1960s and even featuring in the film "Divorcing Jack."
Upon entering, one is greeted by an elegant foyer that leads to four spacious reception rooms, three of which are fitted with working fireplaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The home offers five generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite complete with an en-suite bathroom and a dressing room, ensuring comfort and privacy for all residents. The property also features luxurious bathrooms on both the first and second floors, as well as a guest wc conveniently located on the ground floor.
Surrounding the home are beautifully landscaped gardens, filled with a diverse array of plants, shrubs, and trees, providing a serene outdoor space to relax and entertain. The property is ideally situated just minutes from the sea, allowing for leisurely coastal walks, and is within walking distance to the vibrant town centre of Donaghadee, where one can enjoy local shops, cafes, and amenities.
This exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in a picturesque setting, combining period charm with modern comforts. It is perfect for those seeking a spacious family residence in a delightful coastal community.
Bodifyr (Origin Welsh, meaning 'Happy Home')
Nestled on the charming Park Avenue in Donaghadee, this magnificent detached house, originally built in 1896 as a 'Gentleman's Residence' for Louis De Delacherois, stands as a testament to period architecture and rich history. Spanning an impressive 3,800 square feet, this double fronted Victorian residence has been lovingly maintained and renovated and boasts a unique narrative, having served as a Presbyterian Manse in the 1960s and even featuring in the film "Divorcing Jack."
Upon entering, one is greeted by an elegant foyer that leads to four spacious reception rooms, three of which are fitted with working fireplaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The home offers five generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite complete with an en-suite bathroom and a dressing room, ensuring comfort and privacy for all residents. The property also features luxurious bathrooms on both the first and second floors, as well as a guest wc conveniently located on the ground floor.
Surrounding the home are beautifully landscaped gardens, filled with a diverse array of plants, shrubs, and trees, providing a serene outdoor space to relax and entertain. The property is ideally situated just minutes from the sea, allowing for leisurely coastal walks, and is within walking distance to the vibrant town centre of Donaghadee, where one can enjoy local shops, cafes, and amenities.
This exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in a picturesque setting, combining period charm with modern comforts. It is perfect for those seeking a spacious family residence in a delightful coastal community.
Rooms
Accommodation Comprises:
Entrance Porch 7'1" X 4'3" (2.17m X 1.30m)
Original tiled flooring, dado rail, glazed door to entrance hall with stained glass panelling.
Entrance Hall
Original tiled flooring, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose, under stair storage, feature radiator covers.
Drawing Room 17'8" X 13'9" (5.40m X 4.20m)
Bay window, feature gas fireplace with tiled hearth, stone surround and mantle, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose, wooden flooring, built in shelving.
Dining Room 17'8" X 13'9" (5.40m X 4.20m)
Bay window, Inglenook style fireplace with tiled hearth, brick inset, carved stone surround and mantle and gas stove, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose, picture rail, hatch to kitchen.
Living Room 17'8" X 13'1" (5.40m X 4.00m)
Bay window, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose, picture rail, Inglenook style fireplace with tiled hearth, brick inset, stone surround and mantle and wood burning stove.
Cloakroom
Tiled flooring, panelled walls.
Utility Room 10'2" X 7'0" (3.10m X 2.15m)
Range of high and low level units, laminate work surfaces, under mounted "Belfast" style ceramic sink with mixer tap, plumbed for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, space for American style fridge/freezer, recessed spotlighting.
Guest WC
White suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, low flush wc, feature radiator, tiled flooring, part panelled walls.
Living/Dining Room 14'6" X 13'3" (4.42m X 4.04m)
Living/Dining Room: Inglenook style feature fireplace with brick inset and carved wooden surround and mantle, hatch to dining room, sideboard with feature glazed units and granite work surfaces, space for dining, space for seating, open to:
Kitchen 14'0" X 12'5" (4.27m X 3.81m)
Kitchen: luxury range of high and low level units, granite work surfaces and upstands, under mounted "Belfast" style ceramic sink with mixer tap and built in drainer, integrated "Neff" hob with stainless steel fan and hood, two integrated Hide and slide "Neff" ovens, integrated dishwasher, feature glazed units, island with storage, corniced ceiling, part tiled walls, double doors to rear courtyard.
First Floor Return
Landing
Corniced ceiling, feature radiator cover, storage area.
Study/Bedroom 6 11'5" X 9'10" (3.50m X 3.00m)
Corniced ceiling.
Bathroom
Luxury white suite comprising free standing bath with mixer tap, vanity unit with sink, storage and mixer tap, low flush wc, corner shower enclosure with waterfall shower head and glazed doors, chrome towel radiator, tiled flooring, part tiled walls, corniced ceiling, recessed spotlighting.
First Floor
Landing
Corniced ceiling, ceiling rose.
Bedroom 1 17'8" X 14'1" (5.40m X 4.30m)
Double room, bay window with sea views, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose, dressing room, ensuite.
Dressing Room 8'10" X 6'6"(notincludingrobes) (2.70m X 2.00m(notincludingrobes))
Built in wardrobes.
En-suite Shower Room
Luxury white suite comprising walk in shower enclosure with overhead shower with waterfall shower head and glazed screen, low flush wc, vanity unit with sink, storage and mixer tap, chrome towel radiator, tiled flooring, partly tiled walls, corniced ceiling, recessed spotlighting.
Bedroom 2 18'0" X 14'1" (5.50m X 4.30m)
Double room, bay window with sea views, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose.
Bedroom 3 14'5" X 13'1" (4.40m X 4.00m)
Double room, corniced ceiling, ceiling rose.
Second Floor Return
Landing
Access to roof space, built in storage.
Bedroom 4 16'8" X 14'1" (5.10m X 4.30m)
Double room, sea views, wood laminate flooring, built in robes, corniced ceiling.
Bedroom 5 13'1" X 10'9" (4.00m X 3.30m)
Double room, feature cast iron fireplace.
Bathroom
Luxury white suite comprising free standing claw footed bath with telephone hand shower set, low flush wc, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiled splashback, walk in shower enclosure with overhead shower with waterfall shower head and glazed screen, feature radiator, tiled flooring, part tiled walls, recessed spotlighting.
Outside
Front and Side: sweeping tarmac driveway to parking area, area in lawn, mature plants, shrubs, trees and hedging, well established planting scheme, summer house, shed, pond, seating areas, private site, corner plot.
Rear: enclosed brick paviour courtyard, bedding areas, mature plants and shrubs, access to boiler house, access to garage, gate to side garden.
Rear: enclosed brick paviour courtyard, bedding areas, mature plants and shrubs, access to boiler house, access to garage, gate to side garden.
Garage 19'0" X 10'5" (5.80m X 3.20m)
Power and light, storage.
Broadband Speed Availability
Potential Speeds for 1 Park Avenue
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1800
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Max Upload
220
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