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What will €1.4m buy in Dublin and Kinsale?

Two homes, one price: A refurbished five-bedroom Georgian gem in Kinsale, or a six-bed in need of renovation on a large site in Sutton

Town

Address: 121 Dublin Road, Sutton, Co Dublin

Agent: DNG

This detached six-bedroom house is situated in a much sought-after location within the Dublin seaside suburb. With stunning sea views, there is potential to extend the 192sq m (2,067sq ft) house in the large gardens – subject to planning. The property, which would benefit from upgrading, is close to all amenities and its large site has development potential.

Plus: Large house and site with sea views

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Minus: The Ber of E1 will need addressing

Country

Address: Bellevue House, 2 The Ramparts, Kinsale

Agent: Bowe Property

This three-bay two-storey over-basement Georgian house dates from 1810. Fully refurbished, the light-filled house has five bedrooms and extends to 232sq m (2,497sq ft) with views over Kinsale town, harbour and James Fort. Ber-exempt, it has a large private rear garden and stunning features such as an oriel window and hardwood floors.

Plus: A Georgian gem with superb features

Minus: Located down a small lane, so buildings opposite its front facade are close

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle

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