Swan around in this modern

WATCH out for the swans at the Lough in Cork, they tend to take the term ‘free-range’ literally.

And if it’s not them, it’s the ducks and geese waddling all over the valuable parking spaces off Hartland’s Avenue.

But they’re lovely, and part of the warm feelings we have for this public pond.

Houses on its perimeter usually draw a premium because they have open spaces in front, the city on one side and the university on the other.

Number 7, Glendalough Park, however, is the sort of house that would do well wherever it was.

A classic semi, it’s been extended at the side and back and offers more space than the average.

And it comes with a south-facing back garden that’s really safe for children.

A bright modern interior, which includes glossy floors and interconnecting living rooms, makes this a good trading up, or even down option.

The daily commute is a doddle from here, and the weekend is for the birds.