TOWN

Address: 1 Newtown Villas, Blackrock, Co Dublin.
Agent: Casey Kennedy Property.
This period cottage dating from the early 1900s has three bedrooms and extends to 71sq m. As it is end-of-terrace it has (shared) side access, and it has been completely renovated. It has a lovely area to the rear which is decked and opens to a secure second entrance.
Plus: Great location, close to the sea and Dart station.
Minus: Ber is D2.

COUNTRY

Address: Briden House, Mansfieldtown, Castlebellingham, Co Louth.
Agent: DNG Duffy. Five-bedroom property extending to 390sq m with an additional 90sq m in the attic. Located in a rural area, but close to the M1 motorway, the C3-rated property is accessed via electric gates and lies on 0.7 of an acre. With a southerly aspect to the rear, it has a large garage which is used as a home office.
Plus: Beaches at Blackrock and Annagassan are a 10-minute drive.
Minus: New owners may want to update some of the decor.