The house has an irregular internal layout, including curved walls and angled rooms, all of which have been designed to make the best of the natural sunlight.

The western gable of the house is completely glazed, great for evening sunlight, while double-height ceilings in many of the rooms gives a real sense of light and air.

Accommodation includes three double bedrooms, all shaped irregularly to get maximum sunlight, an open-plan kitchen cum dining room, which in turn opens into a large living room. There is also a separate study, utility room, main bathroom and one ensuite.

There is lots of glazing throughout the house, with all bedrooms having floor-to-ceiling windows, two of which open out to a large terrace, while on the other side of the house, the living room opens out to another terrace.

The attic has been converted , providing an extra living or sleeping area. And in keeping with the minimalist feel of the house, oil-fired underfloor heating has been laid, ensuring no radiators in any of the rooms.

The lowdown

Address: An Radharc Fada, Rearahinagh, Skibbereen, West Cork
Details: Contemporary architectdesigned, large three-bed home on a five-acre site. Designed and finished to a high standard, the property is ready to walk into
Highlights: The property has stunning views in one of the most scenic areas in the country, along with a bright open-plan interior and underfloor heating
Price: 400,000
Agent: Property Partners Henry O'Leary 023-35959