This was an amazing place for a first time Ireland traveler! As a single woman traveling alone, I never once felt uncomfortable at this apartment or walking around Rathcoole. Joan was kind enough to pick me up at the luas and upon arrival explained everything and answered all my questions. The location is fantastic as there is everything you need within walking distance (restaurants, grocery stores, transportation). The bus stop is a very short minute walk at the end of the street and takes you directly to city centre. While the apartment is beside the highway, the noise from traffic is more like a soft white noise and I slept with the window open without distribution - it was the best nights sleep I had gotten in a long time. The shower always had hot water and the Internet was strong (I had to take calls and do work while there and had no issues). The only complaint I have is not with Joan or the apartment but with the local cab company (Rathcoole Taxi). Stay clear of them as I scheduled a pick up so I could get to the airport and after 45 mins and many calls later ended up having to find an alternate means of transportation.