Situated at Humphreystown, Valleymount, Co Wicklow, (35km from Dublin), the house has direct views across Blessington Lake towards the Wicklow Mountains. The stone-fronted exterior suggests a very traditional interior, but the house opens into a light-filled and very modern space, with cool marble flooring throughout most reception rooms and French doors opening to the 75sq m (807sq ft), wraparound decking overlooking the lake.

It should be said that 'cool' here applies only to style - this is a cosy home with geo therm underfloor heating throughout and hardwood, double-glazed windows. Other modern touches include a surround sound system in most rooms, and a jacuzzi bath in the main bathroom.

Accommodation at ground floor level comprises the entrance hall, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, utility, bathroom and four double bedrooms (one ensuite). Upstairs is the office, shower room and playroom.

Blessington Lake offers many water sports such as fishing, sailing, windsurfing, boating and canoeing, and Blessington town is 10 minutes' drive away.

Price: Euro875,000 Agent: Ganly Walters 01-662 3255