Address: 90 Milltown Hall, Mount St Annes, Milltown, D6

Agent: Owen Reilly

The south-facing aspect of this 80sq m two-bedroom apartment is enhanced by glazing in the livingroom opening to a balcony overlooking a communal green space. It’s high-end walk-in with SieMatic kitchen and two contemporary bathrooms. Accommodation includes a hall with storage, open-plan living/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms.

Plus: Well designed by O’Mahoney Pike Architects, it is south-facing with balcony overlooking green space

Minus: Its turnkey condition is perfect for some but others may find it a bit soulless. Management charge €1,700

Address: Linsfort Castle, Linsfort, Buncrana, Donegal

Agent: Franklins

This historical pile dates to 1720 and benefits from period features and excellent positioning beside Lough Swilly. The seven-bedroom 400sq m castle sits in an acre of grounds including vegetable garden, flower beds, mature trees, stone garage and a pond. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor along with a drawingroom with original marble fireplace.

Plus: Views of Lough Swilly from the house, period features , all on one acre of beautiful gardens

Minus: It is near a graveyard which may spook those with haunted imaginations