Starter Homes

Although it needs modernising, this detached three-bed bungalow at 4, Summerfield is worth a look.

It’s location is ace, within a few minutes of the beach and close to the East Cork town of Youghal to boot — so town and trá in one.

Selling agent Donna Ryan of Sherry FitzGerald Hennessy says the bungalow has charm, and potential for more comfort, and needs only modest-enough further spending on it. There’s also a detached garage for the surfboards.

Ms Ryan says it will as readily suit those getting on the property ladder as those trading down from something bigger.

VERDICT: The strand area setting is the incentive in this case, a lifestyle option for those who want to be by the sea, but not remote.