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As lockdown in Ireland continues, and though government restrictions are slowly lifting, those of us who can work from home continue to do so.

For many, working from home has brought with it several unexpected benefits: no more commuting, more time to spend exercising and outdoors, leisurely evenings with an abundance of free time and a new-found appreciation for slowing down and enjoying a quieter, simpler life at home.

With this remote-living appreciation comes a chance to review our current home situation and begin contemplating a life where we can continue to work from home surrounded by beautiful scenery, fresh air, and away from the crowds.

No landscapes can rival those of West Cork and Kerry on the Atlantic Way and The Ring of Kerry, where rolling green hills, rugged coastline, charming villages and views across the Atlantic are the norm.

As such, we have selected six of the best properties, from grand homes with extensive lake frontage, to magnificent Georgian houses with sea views, which meet the requirements for working from home.

Buyers both international and domestic have the following criteria in mind when considering a purchase:

Privacy
High speed broadband
Coastal or countryside views
Work from home space
International airport accessibility

Here are six properties to consider, with perfect work from space.

Rocklodge, Carrigrohane, Cork

Gracious 5/6 bed Georgian period property

In good decorative order throughout, and located within 10 minutes drive of Cork city centre

Rocklodge has the added benefit of a one bedroom self-contained apartment which has independent access to the main house.

And wonderful work from home space.

Lakefield House, Caragh Lake, Kerry

With four bedrooms and extensive lake frontage.

Great care and attention went into the build in 1978 and resulted in generous living accommodation with solid concrete floors, double glazed windows and doors and substantial stone paved terraces.

The panoramic views are available from all main rooms which are well proportioned and have access to the terrace.

Kerry Airport is just 34km away, and Killorglin 6km

Baywood, Rushanes, Glandore, Cork

9 acres of grounds that offer breath-taking views of Glandore Harbour, and the West Cork coastline.

The property boasts an exceptional open plan design that is both practical and clever

Excellent internal layout and user friendly design.

With an abundance of space for remote working and study.

Scart House, Castlecove, Ring of Kerry.

Imposing Georgian house on the Ring of Kerry with a wonderful office

And both coastal and mountain views.

This home has 5 bedrooms with a master ensuite.

Originally built in 1823 by William Jermyn, Scart House has been merited with national recognition and awards in the late 1990's for its history of conservation works protecting its architectural and period features.

Situated in a sheltered glade just 400m from the shoreline, its unrivalled location directly on the Ring of Kerry enhances its appeal alongside its beautiful example of Georgian architectural design.

Gurteen House, Bandon, Co. Cork

A jaw-dropping 5 bedroom Victorian Gothic Revival home built c. 1851 which has been renovated and refurbished to a high standard by its current owners.