Leading off are two formal, interconnecting reception rooms, also with dark floorboards and ceiling cornices, and each graced by antique fireplaces. To the rear, the picture becomes more contemporary and informal with the relaxed, openplan kitchen/living/dining and glazed doors leading out to the paved garden.

Overall floor space extends to over 109sq m (1,175sq ft) with accommodation briefly comprising the hall, living room, dining room, kitchen, pantry, utility, three double bedrooms, main bathroom and guest cloakroom. One of the prettiest rooms is the main bedroom, painted in soft muted tones and filled with natural light courtesy of two sash windows.

Outside is a neat, railed front garden, while to the rear is an equally low-maintenance courtyard garden, sheltered and private for al fresco dining. The location is second to none in terms of city convenience - Albert Place East is in a quiet cul-desac yet within walking distance of Merrion Square, Trinity College and St Stephen's Green.

Price: 1.05m Agent: Felicity Fox 01-633 4431