Well the plot thickens. We have found a lovely newly built house in Arthurstown which is literally 5 minutes from the Waterford ferry. We were there today to do some local scouting and the area seems really nice and I have to say the fact it is so close to Waterford is a real plus. There seem to be really nice properties in the area and lots of beaches etc. I still have to look at facilities for kids and schools but fingers crossed we will continue to get the thumbs up for the area. Thanks to all of you who answered my recent query.