Our stay at Karin's was delightful. She is very knowledgeable about Dublin and the best places to visit. The room is comfortable and cozy and everything was clean. The beds were comfortable, even the hide away bed! We didn't make use of the fireplace, but would have if it had been a bit cooler. Karin treated us to soda bread and some breakfast items when we arrived. The historic house is exquisite- it feels like you've stepped back in time. We didn't cook very much, but a cup of tea, some biscuits and an Irish movie from Karin's collection was a great way to end a long day of touristing and shopping. The surrounding area was a bit dodgy at night, but it was refreshing to see a real neighbourhood and its people and not a tourist trap. I would definitely go back.