ONE of the most iconic properties on the Curragh, Beech Tree House, is for sale by private treaty. The extensive house and formal gardens extend to an acre and a half and few houses offer comparable views.

If you have ever attended the headquarters of Irish racing, you will be aware of this house. Situated on the right as you approach the racecourse from the M7, the six-bedroom property has a long and fascinating history, dating back to the 1800s.