O'Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is offering to market this truly unique and elegant property in one of Galway city’s most sought-after residential locations.
Originally part of the Dominican School on Taylor's Hill, a well-known Galway city landmark, the building was originally completed in September 1901 as a boarding school for girls.
The building offers beautiful finishes throughout, having been designed in the French mansard-style with an imposing exterior and cast-iron balcony that surrounds the upper floor. Ornate spiral cast-iron down-pipes and decorative fixtures add to the quality detail and aesthetic.
In 2005, the Dominican Order moved into their new building and the old boarding school building became obsolete. The deed maps from the 1800s show that the property was built on what was originally known as Mount Eaton Estate and, in keeping with its history, Mount Eaton House came to be.
Mount Eaton House was extensively refurbished in 2008 by Purcell Construction and converted into 17 luxury apartments.
Each apartment was completely upgraded, all with modern living standards and amenities while retaining the charming style and features of the original building.
Sympathetic to the original design and evidence of attention to detail, the original windows have been restored with timber sash which is true to the period design, while floor levels were raised throughout to avail of spectacular views.
The communal spaces are an excellent example of a blend of modern refurbishments and respect of the original building, as well as cleverly repurposed features such as the steel airing racks from the laundry, now tastefully restored to disguise the letterboxes situated in the glass porch entrance hall.
Accessible via secured doors and offering lift access as well as underground parking, the communal hall at Mount Eaton House features one of the most spectacular restoration highlights in the four-storey cantilever staircase and central atrium. The dark timber panelling and contrasting blue carpet, all lit by the large roof light, add a luxurious and warm ambience.
No 3 Mount Eaton House is one of the most elegant properties on the market and a true testament to the preservation of the old while blending with the new.
The property consists of well proportioned accommodation of 72sq m. The two bedroom ground apartment has a open-flow kitchen, dining and lounge area with enviable southerly views, a large bathroom and two spacious bedrooms, the master of which is en suite.
All of the rooms boast featured tiling, wood flooring, vaulted ceilings and large windows with solid wood shutters.
The period style is rare for Galway city, whilst the modernisation and plentiful space offers second-to-none standards perfect for today’s living.
Externally, Mount Eaton House features landscaped gardens at the rear with a southern aspect, fountain, winding paths through the planting and is ideally positioned just off Taylor's Hill Road.
Taylor's Hill has long been considered one of Galway city’s most sought-after residential locations. The tree-lined road is close to Salthill village and promenade and offers easy access to Galway city centre, UHG and University of Galway.
The property will be perfect for a variety of purchasers given the quality condition, spacious accommodation, secured and well-maintained development, and ideal location.
Viewing is highly recommended and guaranteed not to disappoint.
The property is BER exempt. Size is 72sq m. Asking price is €495,000.
Contact Hugh O’Donnellan or Robyn Commons of O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers on 091 564 212 or view online at www.odj.ie
