Dublin 8: €800,000There has been talk of the antique and bric-a-brac shops leaving Francis Street in the heart of the Liberties, but whatever the case this area will always be the place to head if you're looking for something special.
Take 19 Craike House, a penthouse apartment on Francis Street that is on the market through Savills Hamilton Osborne King with an asking price of €800,000. Occupying the entire top floor of a modern apartment complex, situated towards Dean Street, the apartment is within walking distance of St Stephen's Green and yet offers purchasers an oasis of calm on its east-facing roof terrace with dramatic views of St Patrick's Cathedral.
The four-bedroom apartment also has a large reception room which would be perfect for entertaining. The development includes a full-time janitor and private secure car-parking. Nicely laid out with all the rooms off either side of the entrance hall, the apartment has a muted colour scheme which compliments the bright, contemporary interiors.
With a floor area of over 102sq m (1,100sq ft) there is plenty of storage space and number 19 is presented with one en suite bedroom and another semi en suite.
Accommodation also includes a study, family/TV room, main bathroom and galley kitchen with spacious utility room plumbed for washing machine/dryer.
This apartment would be ideal for those who want to bring their own sense of style to a new home but who prefer to start with a prepared canvas.
And, with a wide range of designer interior shops and art galleries on your doorstep, new owners won't have far to travel.
