THE PROPERTY
Part 16th-century castle; part 18th-century house
LOCATION Dublin
ROOMS Sitting room, living room, dining room, kitchen, office, five bedrooms (two en suite), shower room
PURCHASED 2014
PREVIOUS PROPERTY
‘We moved to Dublin from Clapham,’ says Helle
When you’re renovating a house that’s part castle there are bound to be surprises, and Helle and David Moyna’s new home was no exception.
The couple first saw their historic home in November 2013. ‘One bit is part of 16th-century Booterstown Castle and the rest is 18th century,’ says Helle. ‘It had been in the same family for over 40 years and had a lovely, feeling, great character and a big garden. It’s also in a great location with the sea at the end of the road and a view of mountains.
‘After more than 20 years in London, we were excited about moving to Dublin with our sons Tobias, now 15, and Marcus, 13. We have more space, a different pace of life and better access to nature,’ says Helle.
Modern makeover
This story is from the February 2021 edition of 25 Beautiful Homes.
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