Words aren't enough to describe my stay at David's. I had made my booking several months in advance and David has been stellar from the get-go.
On the day my flight was scheduled to arrive, David reached out in the morning to organise our check-in. Upon arrival at the house, my wife and I were greeted with such warmth, we immediately felt at home! The next thing that struck us was the beauty of the house--pictures don't do it justice.
We stayed for a week and enjoyed every single minute of it! There is a bar fridge, a microwave oven, and a sink in the room. The private bathroom is just down the hallway--super clean, shower was hot, water pressure was great!
To get to the city, you just need to walk about 5-7mins to a bus stop, and the bus (service C1 or C2, which runs every 15mins or so) will get you into the city in about 20mins. Alternatively, it's an easy 10-15min walk to the train station. We had only used the train getting to and from the airport. We felt the bus was more convenient. Do consider getting the Leap Visitor card for hassle-free commute on buses and trains.
Sandymount village is also about 5-7mins walk away. There are restaurants, pubs, delis, cafes, grocers, etc. Very convenient!
Also, there is a lovely beach promenade right in front of the house. Perfect for runs, walks, picnics, etc.
Finally, your hosts, David and Mags, are just fantastic people. They are unbelievably gracious and hospitable. It was such a joy to have met them and what a privilege it was for my wife and I to have had the chance to enjoy their warm company and their beautiful home.