No-frills brochure belies potential here

THIS Co Clare cottage has probably the shortest brochure specification of any property currently on the market: it simply says ‘Stone cottage on circa one acre in need of repair and renovation.’

The asking price is a mere €85,000. For this you get the cottage, comprising the four outside stone walls, an acre of ground with mature trees screening it, a mains water supply and septic tank.

The location is five miles from Kilrush, in a part of Co Clare called Knock, three miles from the Killimer-Tarbert car ferry across the Shannon. Ennis is a 25 mile drive.

Obviously, it is a total renovation project and would suit as a prospective holiday home or even hobby project. It might also be considered by a buyer looking for a country lifestyle at an affordable starting price, says estate agent Martin O’Donoghue of Newcastlewest.