ON the basis that if you are paying over €1.25 million for a new house you might be a bit picky, fussy or just know what finishes you do and don’t want, the two whoppers at Cork’s Woodville deliberately are being left unfinished.

LAST sold about 18 months ago, the historic Glencree Cottage has since had extensive funds spent on it in structural improvements, guaranteeing its future survival.

Tommy Barker says this Gardiner’s Hill property has a quality touch.

Tommy Barker says no 8 The Circle proves you can’t judge a book by its cover.

ALL set up for hobby-farm use, a more likely outcome than being bought for future development, is assessment of estate agent John Deady as he brings 10 waterview acres by Clonakilty bay to the market.

NOT yet 10 years old, and just being vacated by its second owners, Claragh is a family home in the hinterland of Glounthaune in Cork.

Tommy Barker says cleverly enhanced city pad is ready to move into.

GREAT Island in Cork, home to Cobh, Verolme, Rushbrooke and right around to East Ferry and Marlogue Woods, has witnessed many a ship launch.

IF your New Year starts with the best of intentions, how about joining The Monks in 2007?