Where to begin? The place itself is gorgeous, clean, bright and airy with loads of considerate extras that go a long way to make a weary (and jet lagged) traveler feel at ease: mini-fridge, microwave, toaster, excellent wifi, toiletries in the bathroom - even thoughtful things like laminated maps of the area, instructions on how to turn on the TV, and a refillable fare card that gives a discount on traveling by bus and train. I was also fortunate enough to be gifted some of Róisín’s now-legendary homemade bread, complimented by Irish butter and jam, along with the homemade granola (yum!) and Irish milk with which she'd stocked the fridge. I was speaking at a conference at the college campus next door which was MAYBE all of a five-minute walk, so the location was ideal for me. Dublin is an easy bus, commuter train or taxi ride away and you can even walk to the bay through safe, charming, picturesque roads with sidewalks if you like. A really lovely stay with a really lovely person - would give ten stars if I could.