This was our first time in Ireland and my friend and I wanted something cozy and close enough to the city to walk. This little gem did not disappoint! There are little pubs and restaurants everywhere within a 10 minute walk. We arrived early and Sinead let us check in with no problems. From the moment we got there it literally felt like home. When my hair straightener broke, Sinead had her husband drop one off for me! The place does have a musky odour but we're Canadian and it just smelled like a typical cottage to us. The canal is right outside the door and you can walk along it and feed the swans. The neighbourhood was quiet but you could get to Grafton St., Trinity College, St. Stephen's Green and Sr. Patrick's Cathedral in about 20 minutes by foot. All in all we lacked for NOTHING. We will 100% be back next year!