At Newtownmountkennedy within reach of Greystones and the Dart is Wimbledon Lodge. It has almost an acre attached, so might be the ideal fix for somebody seeking a modern home in the most difficult county in Ireland to obtain planning permission. The accommodation totals 2,207 sq ft and has four bedrooms and two receptions. Fittings include tiled and solid-wood floors. The decor is distinctive — the owner runs an interior design show in Dalkey — but it may not be to everybody’s taste
Agent: Sherry FitzGerald O’Gorman, 0404 66466, www.sherryfitz.ie
They say: Takes maximum advantage of the stunning garden and views
We say: The rear is dear but the front is frump