What will €350,000 buy in the UK, Spain, St Lucia, France and Connemara?

Take5: A former mill in Aspet, houses in the Costa Blanca and Rodney Bay, an apartment in Manchester or a house with water frontage in Rosmuc

IRELAND: CONNEMARA

Located in Rosmuc on more than 21 acres with a half share in two small islands, this waterside holding consists of a house and cottage, both of which are in need of renovation. Located down a country lane with a long sea frontage, there is a quay adjacent to the properties for launching boats. Price €350,000. Agent: dng.ie

UNITED KINGDOM: MANCHESTER

Set in a 52-storey skyscraper located in a gateway to Manchester city centre, this two-bedroom apartment has breathtaking views of the city’s skyline. Extending to 80sq m with high-speed broadband, facilities include a gym, sauna and steam room with private dining facilities and a rooftop terrace. Price £310,000 (€361,007). Agent: spotblue.com

FRANCE: ASPET

This restored former watermill dates from 1840 and extends to 350sq m with six bedrooms. Outbuildings of the same size, in need of renovation, offer the potential for further accommodation. Lying on over half an acre, the property has rental potential due to its location and character. Price: €350,000. Agent: terre-immo.com

ST LUCIA: CASTRIES

This three-bedroom house is located a five-minute walk from the heart of Rodney Bay near the white sands and turquoise waters of Reduit Beach. Surrounded by mature and well-maintained gardens, the property has new appliances and the principal en suite bedroom has storage in 14ft wardrobes. Price: $363,295 (€347,557). Agent: sothebysrealty.com

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SPAIN: COSTA BLANCA

Extending to 232sq m, this four-bedroom detached house dates from 1984 and was renovated in 2010. Located in a quiet residential area, the villa has private terraces with a swimming pool, barbeque house and bar in addition to a small wooden house that is used as a fitness room and guest accommodation. The property is 40 minutes from Alicante airport. Price: €359,000. Agent: finn.no

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about property, fine arts, antiques and collectables