Carmel and her husband Diarmuid are a complete joy to be around! When we had questions regarding how to take the bus from the airport to the apartment, Carmel was speedy and descriptive in her responses, and was ready to greet us upon arrival. The small details did not go unnoticed either: the welcome sign with the tiny American flag, cold Guinness and water in the fridge, and snacks and apples to munch on were all so very much appreciated. They answered questions we had about Dublin and acquainted us with the apartment. The apartment itself is exactly as depicted: bright and airy. They have taken great care in ensuring that anything you needed was available in the apartment, including an umbrella, poncho, and even dry shampoo! It is about a 15-20min walk to the downtown area, but the walk is straightforward and you pass coffee shops and a few pubs, and you can also very easily take the bus (a stop is right across the street!). The apartment is also in a very safe neighborhood. I was glad to be staying here for our short stay, and would absolutely recommend it for anyone looking to stay in Dublin!