Ballycotton property would make an ideal site for a cluster of townhouses

BUILT by direct labour in 1932 and with plans probably drawn up roughly in a copybook, this three bay property is a bit of an unpolished gem.

And why? Because it's right in the village of Ballycotton and has a site of just under two acres. It's got six bedrooms, really bright reception rooms and while it needs a lot of modernisation, would make an impressive family home.

But that might not happen because the site is probably worth more than the house and indeed, a cluster of townhouses would give a much better return on the guide price of €400,000.