If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life without the hassle of airports then we have the perfect solution. From traditional thatched cottages in Southern Ireland to architecturally modern homes in Portballintrae, Propertynews.com has something special to offer all those seeking a tranquil haven. Thatched Cottage, Cliffony, Sligo. A traditional Irish 2 bedroom thatched...

The Lord Mayor of North Down, Councillor James McKerrow joined local  business people at Pinkerton Murray HQ on High Street on Thursday 9th February 2012 for a charity coffee morning to raise money for the Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke Association.All Pinkerton Murray staff were in attendance on the morning and welcomed guests with a variety of beverages and...

The local housing market is set to get a kick-start for 2012 with the help of a major campaign by Ulster Bank to stimulate and support demand. As the post-Christmas period, when housing market activity is generally lower, comes to an end, the bank announces that it is removing arrangement fees across its range of residential mortgage products from today until...

Weekly focus on who's who in our local estate agents  Name Steven Poole Age 27 Where do you live? Newtownabbey Married? Lives with partner Laura Where do you work? Sales and Lettings Manager at Lough & Quay Ltd What brought you into the business? From a young age my family have been involved in buying low-cost properties and renovating them for resale. I studied Estate Management in...

Robin Lyons has worked for Templeton Robinson Estate Agents Ballyhackamore for 6 years and enjoys the variation that his job brings on a daily basis. The interaction with people and satisfaction felt when a deal completes by all parties involved are the aspects of the job that Robin finds most enjoyable. What many people who meet Robin on a daily basis...

Bill McCann Estate Agency has brought to the market this outstanding luxury detached property. It enjoys delightfil views on the outskirts of Dromore only a few minutes drive from the town centre. Built about 5 years ago to a high specification and finished by the present owners to a truly exceptional standard this most attractive property offers spacious, well proportioned accommodation incorporating...

The first BTW Cairns property auction of 2012 took place at the Europa Hotel in Belfast on Friday 3rd February. It was a very exciting morning, with the auction room a hive of activity. Comprising of 22 lots from residential properties to development/refurbishment opportunities, the auction was a great success with each lot being sold. In addition...

If your thinking of setting up in the restaurant/café business, here are some of the best restaurants and cafés propertynews.com has to offer. From Noodle bars in Coleraine to restaurants on the shores of Strangford Lough we may have the perfect business opportunity for you. Bistro No1 , 1 The Square, Ballyclare, Co. Antrim, BT39 9BBA modern and thriving ground floor...

From apartments in the centuries old Ormo Bakery to newly built ultra modern apartments in the Titanic Quarter, Propertynews.com really does have something special for all those young professionals attracted to the bright lights of the city. 11 The Merchant Building, Princes Dock Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3DSA luxury one bed apartment situated in the anticipated James Clow, Merchant Building....

Northern Ireland’s house price downturn will enter a sixth consecutive calendar year in 2012, according to the latest RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) and Ulster Bank Housing Market Survey. The survey first reported a negative price balance in August 2007 and has been in negative territory every month since. The balance of respondents to the latest (December) survey also expect...