No. 8 Glinbury
Steeped in history No.8 Glinbury is a protected structure that has been refurbished to meticulously reinstate its period Style. The result is a unique family home that combines the comfort and elegance of a period residence with the high standards of energy efficiency and comfort of a new build to deliver the best of both worlds.
Enter through the panelled front door to the elegant spacious entrance hall where period doors with nickel ironmongery lead to all rooms along a hallway that opens at the end to a bright stairwell and double doors to the heart of the house, the Kitchen, dining and family living area.
The rosewood lines of the antique stairs draw the eyes upward to the dramatic period window on the half landing and offer glimpses of the landing above. At the foot of the stairs double doors open to the quintessential living space with large fireplace, carved architraves, ornate plasterwork and spectacular windows framing the natural beauty outside set the atmospheric stage at No.8.
The sleek kitchen design brings a fresh progressive energy to the period backdrop, from here extra large Georgian windows overlook the grounds from the dual aspect dining area in a space that flows perfectly to the delightful family living area. The lounge enjoys perfect finishes, a quiet retreat with french doors leading to outdoor paved areas. The spectacular panelled WC and the fantastically functional boot room and utility complete the ground floor accommodation.
Period style stairs lead to a large feature landing and opens to the family bathroom and four elegant large double bedrooms, two of which are ensuite. The large bedrooms provide each resident with their own quality private space awash with period charm and with commanding views of the verdant natural surroundings at Glinbury.



KITCHEN
SteepBeautifully crafted bespoke sleek contemporary Italian Pedini Kitchen in a stylish warm black by McAuley’s of Drogheda. Custom height cabinetry throughout with larder press and superb coordinated fridge/freezer unit. Counter and island are finished with Silestone Quartz worktops with full splashback and waterfall edge in “Calacatta Gold”
- Soft close doors & drawers
- “Quooker” Boiling Tap fitted in sink
- Fully Integrated tall fridge / freezer
- Under counter dishwasher
- High end 5 ring induction downdraft extraction hob
- 2 state of the art “Neff” ovens (1 combi microwave)
UNDER-STAIR BAR FEATURE
- Custom cabinetry bar unit by McAuley’s
- Integrated Wine Cooler
FIREPLACE
Bespoke specially made stone fireplace and mantle with inset wood burning stove.
UTILITY ROOM & BOOT ROOM
- Spacious utility & boot room with door to outside
- Custom cabinetry in a warm black
- Bespoke boot room units
- Silestone quartz worktops and undermounted sink
- Overhead and under counter storage cupboards
- Under counter washing machine and separate dryer
- Full splash back in classic white metro tiles
RESTORATION & REFURBISHED FEATURES
- Restored hand crafted period shutters.
- Restored ornate cornice plaster work.
- Restored Georgian door and architraves.
- Restored and replicated Georgian wood skirtings.
- Lime rendered both inside & out.
- Damp proofing installed.
- Farrow & Ball and Little Greene chalk based paints used throughout.
- High period ceilings with period adornment.
- Specially sourced ironmongery includes; nickel oval knobs and thumb turns.
WARDROBES
- Bespoke wardrobes in all bedrooms incorporate a feature chest of drawers with soft close doors and drawers with exquisite solid nickel handles in keeping with period quality.
- All wardrobes by McAuley’s of Drogheda.
BATHROOMS & ENSUITE
- Superior quality sanitary ware and fittings are provided in the WC, bathroom and ensuites.
- Beautifully finished downstairs WC with full bodied porcelain floor tile, full height wall panelling with elegant integrated wall lights to feature mirror.
- The master ensuite features a double basin unit by McAuleys, stone top and soft close drawers and cupboards. The family bathroom and second ensuite feature under-lit mirrored storage cabinets.
- Clean lines, glass and chrome finishes define the three shower enclosures, each complete with rainfall and hand held shower units.
TILING & FLOORING
- Quality rectified porcelain wall and floor tiles fitted throughout the kitchen, downstairs WC, utility, boot room, family bathroom and ensuites.
- Engineered plank wood floors in family room, lounge and hall.
- Carpets to stairs, bedrooms and landing.
PRESSURISED WATER
- Pressurised water / pump fitted outside house.
HEATING, ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
- Underfloor heating throughout.
- An “A Rated” Samsung Heat Pump, providesefficient energy and is crucially climate friendly.
- All main living rooms and bedrooms have separate temperature and time control.
- New performance Heritage Double Glazed windows.
- Newly installed; wall, floor and roof insulation.
ELECTRICAL
- Generous Contemporary LED Ceiling Surface Lights.
- Cat 6 and RG11 wiring throughout.
- Wired for external car charging point.
- Fitted with intruder alarm and intercom.
- Smoke, Fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms fitted.
EXTERNAL FINISHES
- Lime rendered exteriors allow building to “breathe”.
- New Heritage Double Glazed Windows with
Child Safety fittings. - Original granite window cills.
- Natural slate roof.
PRIVATE GROUNDS & GARDENS AT NO.8
- Entrance with automated gate and intercom.
- Front garden with pebble drive and parking is bounded by estate railing and enjoys commanding views over the grounds at Glinbury.
- Fencing and laurel hedge separate the drive area from the rear garden.
- The large rear garden has extensive granite paving including areas to the rear of house and around shed and a large patio bordered by the old stone wall.
- Generous garden shed has lighting and sockets.
THE GROUNDS AT GLINBURY
The ancient Glin Valley and the stone walls of Glinbury create a privileged and private setting for this refurbished early 19th century house and gardens. The River Glin meanders through the site and is a most attractive feature in the gardens that have been established since the early 19th Century. The planted woodlands of the original gardens contained ornamental walks to the wier which have been retained and enhanced for the easy enjoyment of Glinbury residents. In the victorian spirit of collecting plant species from around the globe, generations of gardeners have added to the flora and fauna and today there are dozens of decorative species amid the native species to deliver a complimentary crescendo of colour and texture that has been centuries in the making.


