Two-bed cottage in Dún Laoghaire

The first thing to say about Glenfin is that it's absolutely charming. Compact, yes, bijou, definitely. All in all, a very sweet house. On the Lower Glenageary Road, and so just a short step from Dún Laoghaire and the sea, it's one of a little row of cottages, set just far enough back from the road to provide off-street parking for two cars.

Inside, the 85sq m (915sq ft) of space is laid out with a large livingroom that leads through to a little diningroom with French windows opening to the back garden, and then round to a small, but nicely appointed shaker-style kitchen. The ceilings are high with veluxes, so you get a good sense of space.

There’s a generous fireplace in the livingroom, and here one wall has been stripped back to the original stone, enhancing the cottage feel.

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The two bedrooms are to the left, and the smaller also has French windows to the garden. This would make a nice study too.

The bathroom has a walk-in shower and the whole place has been recently refurbished.

The original cottage has already been extended once, but there’s scope to go further back if you wanted to, subject to planning permision. As it is, this is the perfect spot for anyone downsizing and wanting accommodation all on one floor, with an easy layout.

The back garden is fully enclosed with a circular walled patio, then stone steps take you up to a raised lawned area.

There are also storage sheds.

Glenfin is for sale with Knight Frank for €495,000 and there are open viewings today from 5pm to 6pm, and Saturday from 11am to 12 noon.