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BARTRA MARTELLO TOWERHARBOUR ROAD, DALKEY, COUNTY DUBLIN, IRELAND
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BARTRA MARTELLO TOWERHARBOUR ROAD, DALKEY, COUNTY DUBLIN, IRELAND
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For Sale Freehold by Private Treaty
A rare opportunity to acquire a landmark 1804 Irish National Monument perfectly restored as a splendid private residence with full planning permission
for a stunning contemporary light filled 100 sq m extension on this unique circular site located on the prestigious Dalkey Coastline.
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Remarkable Setting
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Coastal Splendour
Bartra Tower is described as ‘The quintessential Irish Martello Tower”. Its plan form, the most celebrated and distinctive in Ireland, is illustrated in all of the important Irish Architectural journals from Maurice Craig’s, The Architecture of Ireland to 1880, Paul Kerrigan’s Castles and Fortifications in Ireland 1485-1945, Bill Clement’s Billy Pitt had them built, Napoleonic Towers in Ireland and the Royal Irish Academy Art and Architecture of Ireland Volume IV among many more publications. Bartra Martello Tower was originally designed as part of a chain of 28 defence towers and batteries stretching along the east coast of Ireland, erected to protect against the imminent threat of a Napoleonic invasion. Situated on the highest point on the Dalkey Coast this totally unique property boasts the most incredible panoramic views over Dublin Bay, all along the coast and across to the Dublin Mountains. With all its prominence of location and its historical and architectural significance Bartra Tower is undoubtedly the finest, most secluded and luxurious of the remaining 16 Martello Towers on Ireland’s East Coast. The setting is a secret, circular walled garden surrounding the distinctive cut granite circular structure, the property is hidden away from everyone yet affords the most spectacular views with complete privacy and security.
INTRODUCTION
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Uninterrupted Views
Originally known as the Bullock Tower due to its proximity to this important historic landing port now a picturesque fishing Harbour, Bartra Tower is perfectly located between Bullock Harbour and the beautiful and lively heritage town of Dalkey with all its charms, abundance of great restaurants and true village atmosphere.
The heritage village of Dalkey on Dublin’s south coast is a wonderful place to live. Bartra Tower is surrounded on all sides with the natural beauty of the bay, Killiney Hill and beach are perfect for lovely long walks, Bullock and Coliemore Harbours offer lobster and crab for sale and fishing boats to hire with trips to Dalkey Island and sailing or kayaking along the coast. Dalkey is famous for its castles and its vibrant atmosphere with many good restaurants, bars and a great selection of local shops including a weekly market, live music and a strong community spirit supported by local businesses, schools and churches.
LOCATION
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ACCOMMODATION
The property stands behind high granite walls, amid sheltered gardens, providing the utmost privacy. As you would expect, this reassuring sense of security doesn’t stop there. Inside its thick granite walls is a sumptuous retreat. At first floor level the former Garrison Room – previously the sleeping quarters of the 12 soldiers stationed here – has been reborn as a stunning living, dining and reception area – with custom designed suspended stainless steel kitchen.
A light and airy sculptural space, it belies the solid granite walls and impressive barrel vaulted roof that encases it. The lower floor is a haven of peace, warmth and tranquillity. The luxurious master suite comprises a bedroom, study, dressing area and ensuite bathroom. Delightfully warm, the original granite stone flags have been enhanced with under floor heating for barefoot heaven. The original gun powder storage room has been transformed into a gleaming shower room of finest white Carrera marble, a stunning new “Powder Room”. The Tower bedroom exudes comfort and luxury, complete with its original fireplace and the addition of a free standing ‘Victoria and Albert’ free standing bathtub.
Crowning all is a superb luxury look-out - a timberdecked roof garden, the perfect place for sun salutations at sunrise or sundowners at sunset. Surrounded by a parapet – and with a barbecue in place of the former ‘shot furnace’ and a rooftop bar behind the famous ‘Machicolation’ area above the entrance. Today, instead of pouring burning oil on ‘visitors’ the owners and keepers of this tower are fully equipped to entertain in style. This space is both breathtakingly exhilarating yet beautifully secluded. With a 360 degree panorama stretching from Howth Head to Killiney including the whole of Dublin Bay, Dublin city and Dublin mountains, the view brings home to you the true beauty of Bartra Tower – its location.
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EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
• Fully authentic historic building, a striking Irish National Monument with original character and fabric completely intact and enhanced.
• Outstanding restoration of the landmark Dublin military defence tower has been artfully restored into an exquisite private residence.
• Superbly situated in a prime coastal site in the premier location of Dalkey, the vibrant and beautiful Heritage village is 15km from Dublin City Centre and 30km to Dublin airport.
• Private, peaceful and secure setting with enclosed garden and commanding panoramic views over Dublin Bay.
• A stroll to the delights of Dalkey Village and all the natural beauty of this picturesque coastal area.
• Full planning permission to create a stunning contemporary light filled 100 sq m extension that has been designed to sit in harmony and complement the existing granite tower.
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Unique Living
SPECIAL FEATURES
• Security gates, sensor exterior lighting
• Delightful low maintenance landscaping
• Stunning aged oak floor
• Underfloor heating throughout
• Custom designed stainless steel kitchen
• All Miele appliances
• Excellent lighting design
• Original fireplaces on all floors
• Luxury bathroom fittings
• Roof top bar and barbeque
• Spectacular panoramic views
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PLANNING PERMISSION
Extension to the Tower:Designed to compliment the existing circular structure within the circular site, this extension is purposefully set away from the Tower to retain the integrity of the robust cylindrical tapered form and to ensure that the circular plan form of the site around the tower is maintained.
The curved form of the proposed light weight, light filled structure echoes the radial geometry of the circular tower and site. The proposed extension ensures a seamless connection with the private gardens.
The proposed development, with full planning permission is completely appropriate in terms of its shape, scale, form and provides a distinct, respectful space between the primary structure of the ashlar cut granite tower.
Two additional bedrooms and an open plan kitchen living room at garden level will increase the living accommodation in the tower to a three bedroomed residence with additional living space. The main barrel vaulted room in the tower at first floor will be the focal point of the arrangement of the space.
A very exciting planning permission has recently been secured to increase the living accommodation of this unique and wonderful property. The dramatic, of its time, proposal seeks to capture the essence of the tower itself and seamlessly create a new wing that encompasses the atmosphere and unique setting that is Bartra Martello Tower. Approximately 100 sq.m. of additional space which includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large living / dining / kitchen area at garden level, capably transforming the tower’s appeal to a much wider audience.
The Future
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Proposed extension Ground floor plan
FLOOR PLANSNOT TO SCALE. FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY
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The Plans
FIRST FLOOR
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1. Living Rooms2. Bedrooms3. Bathrooms4. Study5. Roof Deck6. Bar7. BBQ
ROOF
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SECTION BB
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SECTION AA
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MALAHIDE
Phoenix Park
BRAY
DALKEY
PORTMARNOCK
DUBLINBAY
HOWTH
KILLINEY
DUBLIN
M50
DUN LAOGHAIRE
TALLAGHT
CLONDALKIN
LUCAN
CLONSILLA
BLANCHARDSTOWN
SWORDS
M50
M50DUBLIN
AIRPORT
CITYCENTRE
M1
M2
M11
N11
DUBLIN
WICKLOW
ATHLONE
TIPPERARY
CORK
BALLINASLOEGALWAY
ROSSLARE
LIMERICK
WESTPORT
BELFAST
SLIGO
WATERFORD
DERRY
DUNDALK
DUBLINAIRPORT
BARTRA MARTELLO TOWER
Bartra Martello Tower enjoys a spectacular coastal position within arguably one of the most sought after locations in Ireland. A short train ride to Dublin city and only 25km from Dublin Airport.
Conditions to be noted: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or any part thereof and none of the statements contained in the particulars as to the property is to be relied on as a statement or representation of fact. 2. The vendor does not make or give the Agent(s) or its staff authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of this property. 3. All descriptions, dimensions, acreages and boundaries, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchaser or tenant should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy himself/herself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 4. In the event of any inconsistency between these particulars and the contract of sale, the latter shall prevail. 5. The terms, Vendor and Purchaser, where the context requires shall be deemed to refer to Lessor and Lessee and Landlord and Tenant respectively. Sherry FitzGerald PSRA Registration No: 002183.
VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT
SELLING AGENT
Simone Rothschild | Rosie MulvanySherry FitzGerald
Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin, IrelandTel: +353 (0)1 275 1000