Built on the grounds of this upmarket Spa & Country Club Hotel, homes here come with all the benefits of a fivestar golfing resort.

Having just undergone a multimillion-euro upgrade, the Mount Wolseley estate includes a 143-bed international hotel, Christy O'Connor-designed championship golf course, landscaped gardens, spa and health centre, bar and restaurant, and conference facilities.

Just nine miles from Carlow town, 55 miles from Rosslare and 40 miles from Dublin, Mount Wolseley is a very popular weekend and holiday spot in the Slane Valley, and according to the selling agents, these homes have strong rental potential, particularly with golfers.

Developed by Lismard Enterprises, this phase comprises just 10 two-storey houses, and each home comes with golf membership, which can be resold with the property.

All homes are detached and have a floor area of 167sq m (1,800sq ft). A showhouse is open on-site for viewing.

Price: four-bed houses from 420,000 Agent: Hooke & MacDonald (01-6318402) and Sherry FitzGerald McDermott (059-9152443)