What with better diet, and generally increased prosperity, today’s young citizens are typically half a head higher (or even a foot taller) than their preceding, parental generation.

Set on the hills above Cork’s Glounthaune village, Glenacre is a perfect property for a buyer seeking to move up the property market.

A comprehensive refurb and upgrade has been done to this broad bungalow at 21 The Highlands.

Sq m: 185 (2,000 sq ft)

West Cork €310,000