Ring out the bells for bargain sale of the seaside Carillion Lodge

The €69,0000 guide reflects the realities facing any aspiring owner. Tommy Barker reports

Stranded, in more ways than one, is this beachside house called Carillion Lodge, with huge appeal for those who’d like to dip their toes in the sea at a knock-down price. But, to be safe, you’ll probably need to help it hold back the tides a bit.

This mid-1800s lodge in one of the most picturesque settings in coastal Courtmacsherry in west Cork had been bought by a local consortium, which had plans for a marina, coffee and ice-cream place, and other foreshore links too.