Perched on an elevated site at Tomriland, Annamoe, the property has all that charm of the typical period Wicklow cottage - but dreamy romantics will have to come down to earth when confronted with the major work to be done here. It's not an exaggeration to say that this three-bed property is in need of extensive renovation; basic accommodation currently consists of the entrance porch, kitchen, living room, bathroom, scullery, storeroom/pantry, side porch and the three bedrooms.

There is 108sq m (1,160sq ft) of floor space overall, with the main room in the house being the kitchen, with its characteristic open brick fireplace and staircase leading up to a loft bedroom.

Outside, the gardens and meadow extend to 1.8 acres and include a number of outbuildings - predominantly stone-built - which could considerably add to the charm of the cottage if also renovated.

No country cottage is complete without an orchard; with this one, as mentioned, awaiting the enthusiasm of a new gardener. There is also a small paddock to the front.

Although not lived in for some time, the cottage is wired and there is a solid-fuel back boiler; outside there is a bore well, and also a septic tank.

The property is 20kms from the N11 at Kilmacanogue, 5kms from Roundwood and 4kms from Laragh and Glendalough. There is great potential to create something special here and in a wonderfully rural area that has attracted its fair share of romantics - actor Daniel DayLewis and playwright Rebecca Miller are among the Annamoe neighbours.

Price: �?�500,000 Agent: Clarke Auctioneers 0404-40421