A new apartment development which goes on the market this weekend in Rathmichael, Co Dublin, emulates the elegance and style of a Georgian manor setting.

Dating back to 1750, Old Connaught House has been restored and converted into 25 two-bedroom apartments, while a further 18 apartments are being built on site. Ross McParland is the selling agent.

Set in eight acres of gardens, the trees dotting the grounds also date back some 200 odd years. The garden and terrace areas were very much an important element of the restoration work and complement the grand country manor setting. High ceilings, intricate period plastering details and full-length sash windows are among the most attractive features of the scheme, built by Townpark Estates.

While the units in the original house vary in size, all have two bedrooms. Sizes range from 700 to 1,000 sq ft and prices run from £230,000 (#292,039) to £300,000 (#380,921). Residents of Old Connaught will also enjoy a tennis court, putting green, walkways, barbecue deck and formal and informal gardens with water and sculpture features.

The old foyer, with its grand sweeping staircase, has been refurbished in period style complete with statues and black and white floors.

The individual apartments are in two wings. The full-length period-style white sash windows are the most striking detail in the bedrooms and open-plan living areas. Hardwood timber flooring and recessed downlighters throughout the reception areas are additional features. Fitted kitchens are standard, with cream-painted units and black granite worktops with integrated oven, hob and extractor unit.

All apartments have views of the Wicklow mountains, and many also have views towards the sea. Bedrooms have fitted wardrobes and the main bedrooms have an en suite bathroom with power shower. Architraves, skirtings and ceiling cornicing are all crafted in period style.

Close to the Old Conna Golf Course, this development is within 10 minutes' drive of Bray.