Town & Country: What will €695,000 buy in Dublin and Wexford?

Two homes, one price: A period house on four acres near the sea in Kilmore or a four-bed semi in good order in Leopardstown

Donbard House, Ballyhealy, Kilmore village, Co Wexford
Donbard House, Ballyhealy, Kilmore village, Co Wexford

COUNTRY

Address: Donbard House, Ballyhealy, Kilmore village, Co Wexford

Agent: Keane Auctioneers

This period house has four bedrooms and extends to a generous 242sq m (2,605sq ft). Set on more than four acres, the C2-rated property – which has some lovely features – is close to beaches at Seaview and Ballyhealy, and has lots of outbuildings with much potential.

Plus: Lovely house close to the sea

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Minus: The two oriental ponds may need to be covered if new owners have little ones

42 Murphystown Road, Leopardstown Road, Dublin 18
42 Murphystown Road, Leopardstown Road, Dublin 18

TOWN

Address: 42 Murphystown Road, Leopardstown, Dublin 18

Agent: DNG

Located in a quiet, much sought-after cul-de-sac, this four-bedroom house extends to 150sq m (1,615sq ft) and is close to a host of popular schools and universities. In good order throughout, the property has a fine-sized contemporary kitchen that opens out to a south-facing back garden.

Plus: In good order and the Ber is C1

Minus: Fourth bedroom is a single

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about property, fine arts, antiques and collectables