But don't be fooled, this quaint cottage actually stretches to 180sq m (2,000sq ft), and includes a separate self-contained studio apartment of 46sq m (500sq ft).

In the heart of old Greystones, in La Touche Close, the property is in walk-in condition and accommodation comprises a large kitchen cum diningroom, livingroom, conservatory, utilityroom, guest wc and shower, gamesroom, study, four bedrooms, one en-suite and main bathroom.

Stylish and wellpresented, the kitchen/dining area of over 25ft x 17ft has fitted antique pine units with a Belfast sink and granite worktops, an oil-fired Stanley cooker and integrated Americanstyle fridge-freezer.

Most of the rooms throughout the house have solid-wood flooring, while the conservatory, which opens onto the garden, has a ceramic-tiled floor, remote-controlled blinds, and an Arctic Spa hot tub.

Outside, the west-facing back garden is well planted with fruit trees and shrubs, and also includes a lawn, decked area and secluded patio. A storage shed, water feature and built-in barbecue completes this pretty garden.

Price: region 1.35m Agent: Dooley Auctioneers, Greystones 01-2877088