Country Carrowduff, Lahinch, Co Clare€385,000, Pat Considine Auctioneers This charming traditional cottage is 10 minutes from the popular coastal town of Lahinch in Co Clare and has been run as a short-term holiday rental for 12 years. It is an ideal location where you can explore the beaches, cliffs and vibrant towns and villages along the rugged Atlantic coastline. Inside the charming whitewashed facade with purple accents, the home extends to 126sq m, with three bedrooms and a spacious attic room. In great condition, it features high ceilings, exposed brickwork and a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings in. Ber DPlus: Close to the coastMinus: You’ll need a car to explore the area24 The Close, Hazelhatch Park, Celbridge, Co Kildare Town24 The Close, Hazelhatch Park, Celbridge, Co Kildare€385,000, Team Lorraine Mulligan Remax ResultsThis two-bedroom terraced home has a modern, blank-canvas interior and is a 20-minute walk or a five-minute drive from Hazelhatch and Celbridge train station. There are 25-minute services to Dublin Heuston and 40-minute services to Connolly from the station. It is also a 20-minute walk from Celbridge main street and the grounds of Castletown House for lovely local walks. The home, which extends to 78sq m, is ready to move in to, with an all-white modern kitchen and dark wood-effect floors. A good-sized back garden adds potential.Plus: Walking distance from the train stationMinus: No side access