Cover story: Golden Vale €750,000

Size: 470 (5,020 sq ft)

SET right in the heart of horse, hunt, stud-farm, cycling and walking territory is Ballymac House — a modern take on the Georgian design template.

With long views to the Galtees (snow-covered on last week’s visit), and with more immediate views to the Ballyhoura Hills and their acclaimed mountain-biking trails, this 5,000 sq ft home, on eight acres, is a lifestyle buy for those who love the countryside, but don’t want to be too removed.