Kinsale: €1.7mA cut stone two-bedroom house dating back to the 15th century in the heart of fashionable Kinsale comes with retail space on Main Street.

The Beacon was once a stone tower used to guide medieval ships to safety. Now, following meticulous restoration, it is a stunning gothic residence, complete with exposed stone walls, stained glass windows, beamed ceiling and its own snug bar.

The property has been on the market for a while through Kinsale agent Sheehy Brothers which is asking €1.7 million.

Accommodation spread over 213sq m (2,300sq ft) includes a rustic kitchen/dining room, a knock-out living room, snug bar, study, a charming bathroom and two bedrooms.

Next to the house, a 117sq m (1,247sq ft) commercial unit has three entrances onto Main Street.