<p>A wonderful elegant and imposing 5-bedroom semi-detached late Victorian (c.1899) home of immense charm and character, enjoying an enviable position on the southside of this stunning tree-lined road, with mature gardens that extend to 0.22 acre approx. Widely recognised as one of the most sought after and prestigious roads in Dublin, Carragoona, 24 Temple Gardens is particularly attractive and well set back from the road. <br />In the same ownership since 1974, Number 24 has been a very happy home down through the years and now represents a superb opportunity for the next family to make it their own and create a home of distinction on one of Dublin 6's best loved roads. Extending to 252 sqm / 2,713 sqft approx., there is great potential to extend subject to planning permission. The interior is rich in period detail with high ceilings &ndash; 3.8m at ground level &ndash; and exquisite cornicing synonymous with the Victorian era, enhancing rooms of elegant proportions with superb natural light through large sash windows.<br />The gardens are an outstanding feature of the property. The 90ft x 55ft (approx.) south- facing rear garden is laid out in lawn bordered with mature trees and shrubs and enjoys exceptional privacy. The mature front garden provides excellent off street parking for several cars.<br />The well-appointed accommodation is laid out over two floors with a three storey return. A family-friendly benefit is all the reception rooms are located on the ground level. In brief, the accommodation comprises a large welcoming hallway, three elegant reception rooms, a sunroom, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, five double bedrooms &ndash; the main with ensuite bathroom &ndash; and two bathrooms and shower room/guest w.c.. <br />The location is superb. The proximity to the Luas stop at Cowper is a great asset, as is the proximity to excellent local junior and senior schools. The villages of Rathmines, Ranelagh and Rathgar are all nearby, providing a great selection of local restaurants and caf&eacute;s, shopping, parks and sports clubs. Local shopping on Upper Rathmines Road and Dunville Avenue are popular neighbourhood spots, whilst Palmerston Park is central to this vibrant community. Sports clubs nearby include Milltown Golf Club with Brookfield Tennis Club and Dartry Health Club a few minutes' walk away. Some of Dublin's best junior and senior schools are also nearby, including but not limited to, Kildare Place, Scoil Bhr&iacute;de, St Mary's College, Alexandra College, Sandford National, Sandford Park, Gonzaga College, Stratford College etc.. <br />Discerning buyers seeking the opportunity to create a wonderful family home on this very special, quiet road with large sunny gardens and valuable off-street parking need look no further.</p>