Brenda and Mike’s lovely suite is a treasure in Dalkey, Co Dublin. The first thing that hits you is the steep driveway up to an outstanding view of Dublin Bay. Just magical. The home is stately and surrounded by beautiful professional landscaping. We enjoyed watching a family of foxes from the large front bay window as they jogged back-and-forth between den and hunting territory in the neighborhood. They are tiny and alert and a joy to observe, especially in the evening.
The plush comfy furnishings and tasteful decor are pleasant and restful. Brenda even placed fresh flowers in the sitting area and bedroom! A large wood table and upholstered chairs made a great place to sit and eat as you looked out on the bay… or the foxes!
The kitchen was so well-stocked that you could make coffee in at least three different ways… French press, Italian and instant. Brenda left enough food in the refrigerator for two breakfasts plus a loaf of bread for toast and butter - SO very welcome for us after a long late day of travel from the US.
The bathroom includes a sweet little shower with a rain showerhead and a handheld. The water heats up quickly and there’s even a little bench to sit on. There were plenty of soft towels and room for storage. We never figured out how to use the towel warmer rack, but we also didn’t ask.
The bedroom is lovely, large and very comfortable with two different weights of blankets available, lots and lots of storage and windows that open to let in the breeze. The only thing I would change in here are the sleeping pillows.
Everywhere in the surrounding area people are walking and riding bicycles. It’s a short hilly walk to town. And the town of Dalkey is gorgeous with lots of shops, a market, restaurants, pubs and great people watching.
We would stay here again and again. Mike and Brenda are kind, funny and responsive hosts. It’s clear they would do anything to help.