Deep down and funky

Rose Martin ambles through are modelled old farmhouse which blends solid country with a touch of the quirky.

SIT in the conservatory of this house in Ballinhassig, even on an overcast April day, and you won't ever want to leave.

It's heaven the peace comes dripping slow (even with the birds singing outside) and while the city roars along some 10 minutes away, all is still in this quiet country lane.