The selling agent has just released the fourth phase of 50 units at the development which has seen strong interest - to date 190 units have been sold at the 400unit development.

Built by Merlon Developments, a great deal of thought and planning has gone into the scheme, which features quality landscaping and high-spec housing.

Just 5km from Maynooth, Kilcock is a quiet village along the Royal Canal which retains its old-world charm.

The development is close to the village and within easy reach of a range of schools, shops, pubs and good rail and bus connections.

Recent improvements to the M4 have enabled swift access to and from Dublin and the rest of the country.

Price: two-bed apartments from Euro295,000;

three-bed duplexes from Euro330,000 Agent: Coonan Real Estate Alliance, 01-628 6128