Renovated lodge house in famed, picturesque Adare

THERE are areas in the country where property prices are head and shoulders above average — even in a downturn.

Alongside chocolate box estate cottages and ornate, neo-Gothic houses, Adare has more than its share of McMansions, some of which are on the market for millions. Coming back down to earth, and in line with the style of the little village, Fernlea Lodge is a renovated, 2,500 square foot property selling for €700,000.

And before readers splutter into their cornflakes, this house was purchased in poor condition for €500,000 and lots of money has been spend since then.