1 Thulla, on Howth's Dunbo Hill, falls into that category thanks to its sublime location, with inspiring views across Dublin Bay from every level in the home.
There are three, in case you're wondering, with five bedrooms on its first floor, and that's just a taster of what the property has to offer.
"It last changed hands back in 2008 when it was well on its way to becoming a Celtic Tiger relic," reports the Irish Times.
The current owners are a hotelier family with a portfolio of high-end hotels on their books. Little wonder then that they wanted to bring some of that luxury design-savvy home with them.
That has amounted to several remodels over the years, stripping out the formerly dated decor in favor of luxe finishes and their efforts are evident throughout.
Now the time has come for the property to return to the market and 1 Thulla is well worth a look, even from buyers that fall under the "if only" category.
Entrance to the home is via a long curved driveway behind electric gates affording a high level of security and privacy.
1 Thulla, Dunbo Hill, Howth. Dublin.
Step through the covered porch on the ground floor and you immediately get a sense of the high-end hotel vibe thanks to the vast, open, and, in some manner, lobby-like hallway.
Meander further into 1 Thulla and you'll find yourself in the tastefully appointed living room. Here, you'll find leather couches and chairs in an elegant mink shade centered around the striking wall with a gas fire and an inset Bang and Olufsen TV.
That said, don't be surprised if your attention wanders as just beyond are floor-to-ceiling doors offering a jaw-dropping vista.
Also on the ground floor is the kitchen that looks as if it's been taken straight from a design catalog. The orientation of the room means it enjoys the light throughout the day.
The units are in an on-trend pea-green shade that beautifully offsets the use of wood in the room. There is a six-metre-long island designed in marble and teak with room for a breakfast bar.
The room also boasts a wine fridge, integrated Gaggenau appliances, and a generous, airconditioned pantry. The space doubles up as a dining room which is delineated with a window display.
1 Thulla, Dunbo Hill, Howth. Dublin.
Further on, the kitchen opens out onto a patio and it's hard to imagine anything nicer than enjoying a feast and having a few drinks in those views on a sunny day. There is also a water closet on this level.
The basement level is a warren of rooms designed largely around pleasure. There are two en-suite bedrooms in one corner while the rest of the space is taken up by hobby rooms.
That includes a home cinema, as well as a gym and sauna. Then there's the wine store and even a plant room for those garden enthusiasts (paging Peter O'Mahony!), and one end opens out onto the outdoor spa.
1 Thulla, Dunbo Hill, Howth. Dublin.
The basement also has some functional spaces including an office, as well a linen store and a space for more storage.
Hike up to the first floor to discover the master suite with a bedroom that could easily grace the halls of any high-end hotel.
The split-level layout allows for a large en-suite and a wall of wardrobes as well as a separate dressing room with 'his and hers' walk-ins that would be any fashionista's dream.
1 Thulla, Dunbo Hill, Howth. Dublin.
There is also a dedicated workstation that separates the sleeping and lounge areas of the room and two comfy armchairs positioned to take in the incredible views of the harbor that have no doubt gotten much use over the years.
The remaining space on that level is taken up with two more bedrooms, again both en-suite and a utility room.
Outside, the space has been divided up into the aforementioned spa, complete with its own hot tub and a brass monkey ice bath.
1 Thulla is on the market for €5.5million with Lisney see more info and pictures here on the listing.
* This article originally appeared on Evoke.ie.
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