The island is 1.5 miles wide, three miles long and is reached via a 45-minute ferry trip from Baltimore or Schull in popular west Cork.

The house itself is just a short walk from the pier, and the proximity to the water ensures the interior is filled with plenty of reflected light.

Accommodation is on three levels. The ground floor briefly comprises the entrance hall; inner hallway; kitchen/dining area; lobby; two bedrooms and main bathroom.

The kitchen is bright and airy, courtesy of five windows which look out on Roaringwater Bay, while the slate floor, range cooker and free-standing dresser give a hint at the style of older properties on the island.

Upstairs is a large living room with an open fireplace and views over the bay.

The master bedroom, also with spectacular views through dual-aspect windows, is also on this level, and comes with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe.

A fourth bedroom, utility and hall are at basement level.

Price: offers over Euro450,000 Agent: Henry O'Leary Property Partners, 023-35959