Oul House

Thick stone walls, deep window sills and original flooring provide an authentic backdrop for a superb collection of antique and mid-century furniture, oil paintings, botanical prints, vintage mirrors and pretty china. Your nods to the 21st century are swish bathrooms, a very well-equipped kitchen with a posh coffee machine and, in the separate snug, a massive drop-down film screen which doubles as a picture window for those views.

Summer days will keep you outdoors. There’s a sprawling lawn for games, a swing and seats under mature ash, field maple and alder. To the side of the house find a decking area for outdoor meals and a barbecue. The beach is nearby for picnics and walks are endless.

Return to a deep tub or walk-in shower with scented Donegal soaps, an attractive sitting room with electric and steam fire and big brass beds with woollen throws. The peace is profound and on clear nights you’ll see a canopy of stars.