With its thatched roof and gleaming whitewashed walls, this three-bed detached home has a wonderfully spacious, airy interior of 99sq m (1,066sq ft) that is enhanced by the double height ceiling in the living room.

The interior is also full of old-world character combined with the comforts of modernity including a fitted oak kitchen with integrated appliances, and a cosy Morso stove in the living room's open fireplace. Features emblematic of the traditional country cottage include the exposed ceiling beams and the liberal use of natural woods throughout. There is Victoriana too in the main bathroom with its quarry tiled floor, and the cast-iron tub with antique taps.

The property sits on one acre, with gardens laid in lawn and bounded by mature shrubs including a tropical palm tree.

French doors open from the kitchen to the large patio and barbecue area.

Great views from here include the Ballyteigue nature reserve, the wind farms to the northwest, and the sand dunes along the coastline.

Price: Euro350,000 Agent: Savills HOK Country, 01-663 4350