Just meters from the sea, embrace Wexford's rugged beauty with this wondrous retreat. 

Looking for a little sanctuary after the festive hustle and bustle? This Irish house currently on the market is the perfect escape for someone trying to get away for a bit of rest and relaxation. 

Just seconds walk away from the sea, this house at Slade Harbour, Fethard on Sea, Co Wexford is up for grabs for $223,000 (€199,000).

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"If you are looking for a REAL retreat, a little piece of paradise, somewhere to which you can escape and leave the modern world behind, a place surrounded by absolutely stunning landscapes and where the sea is metres away, this is a property that will catch your attention," the posting reads. 

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"All of the rugged beauty of the Hook Peninsula is on your doorstep (almost literally but at a safe distance!). From the living areas you are looking straight out to sea, and across to the Saltee Islands and Kilmore Quay in the distance.

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"Booley Bay and Dollar Bay (approximately 8 km away) offer fantastic beach fishing, and the famous Templar's Inn is under 6 km. Loftus Hall is under 2 km away and your local shop is only 3.5 km.

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"The house itself oozes rustic charm with a stove in the living room, exposed beams in the kitchen/dining room, narrow stairs to the bedrooms upstairs.

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"This is a haven, a place of refuge to restore body and mind, a sanctuary. It will appeal to someone who wants to be 'far from the madding crowd,' who finds peace and tranquility in their proximity to the sea, who enjoys country walks/runs/cycles, country spins in the car, water activities, or just relaxing to the sounds of the sea.

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

Image: Sherry FitzGerald Haythornthwaite

"It is also approximately a 20-minute spectacular cliff walk to the lighthouse where year-round activities take place."

You can read the full posting here.