No 1 Rockcliffe is beguiling due to period details views, and more, says Tommy Barker. Pictures: Denis Minihane

UNTIL we begin issuing citizenship papers to the birds, Kevin Dwyer will remain one of a small, select band of Irishmen as familiar with Ireland from above as they are from the ground.

BALLYMALOE. Once upon a time the name conjured up tantalising thoughts of all things wholesome, food and family life included. Brown bread, relish, ice-cream, chocolates.