Unsurprisingly, it's very nice...

We're not sure even Dermot Bannon could have imagined just how popular Room To Improve would become with the Irish public. Every Sunday it seems like a good third of the country settle down at 9.30pm and watch as Dermot takes on another project. On another note it seems like every week the homeowners give a budget which they "simply can't go over" before promptly slaughtering said budget by about 50 percent. Poor wee Daniel got an awful shock in the first episode of the new series... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyqqTtYEb8k But Dermot Bannon is now selling his own Drumcondra home for the sum of €649,000 if anyone is looking for a gaff in Dublin, as first spotted by Independent.ie. The home is described as...

A simply beautiful family home complimented by a wonderfully designed extension to the rear overlooking a mature west facing garden extending in excess of 65m. DNG are delighted to present this substantial family residence in this most desirable location in the ever popular surrounds of Bantry Road. With all the hallmarks and distinguishing characteristics of the 1920's number 21 is in impeccable condition throughout having been well cared for and enhanced to exacting standards by it's current owners. The bright and well proportioned accommodation has many lovely features that include: high ceilings, original solid wood flooring, Scandinavian pine windows, original cast iron fireplaces, picture rails, teak doors and many more. Beyond the elevated front garden an entrance hallway leads to a comfortable sitting room opening to the modern open plan kitchen/dining area. There is a utility area and guest bathroom on this level. Three spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom upstairs complete the accommodation. This wonderful home is ideally located within walking distance of numerous excellent amenities including local shops, cafes and restaurants. Excellent educational facilities are all nearby and Bantry Road provides easy access to good public transport links and the M50 intersection. A visit to number 21 Bantry Road is highly recommended to fully appreciate the excellent location and features of this home.

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