Co Wexford: €535,000A period farmhouse in New Ross, Co Wexford, has a gorgeous country setting and good rebel connections.

Streamhill House, which sits on 1.5 acres, is for sale by private treaty through P N O'Gorman with an asking price of €535,000.

The house was built in the 18th century and previous owners discovered pikes in the thatch roof, believed to date from the 1798 rebellion.

Scorch marks on the walls of outbuildings, now transformed into a pagoda-style outdoor eating area, strengthen this theory.

The house still holds on to an old-world charm, but the thatch has been replaced by a slate roof and the rebel vibe combines with a pretty country-cottage look complete with white-washed wainscotting and secret gardens.

The accommodation spans some 121sq m (1,300sq ft) and includes two reception rooms, a study and a rustic kitchen with green Shaker-style units and Belfast sink.

Upstairs there are four bedrooms, one of which is en suite.

The extensive gardens include an abundance of flowering shrubs and perennials, an orchard, workshop and a number of outdoor seating areas.

Streamhill House is 5km from New Ross and 27km from Waterford.