Carmel is such a great host. She was easy to get in contact with if I had any questions and to arrange times of when to meet. She was also really helpful as to how to get to the apartment, with advice on which transport to use, and directions from the airport for all the different types of transport available. When we arrived in Dublin, her advice and directions were accurate, which made the whole experience that bit more relaxing! Unfortunately my phone wasn't working, so when we did manage to get in contact with Carmel, she was so great and came to meet us.
Carmel, and her husband Diarmuid, are so lovely and welcoming and so helpful. When we got to the apartment they took us in and showed us how everything worked and had provided leaflets and maps and information about the area. They went far beyond what was expected by providing things for breakfast (baked beans, bread, jams, cereals, fruit, milk, butter) and little snacks of crisps, chocolate and drinks in the fridge. They provided everything we could have hoped for, which made our little getaway that all more special.
The apartment is just perfect- its in a great location right next to the docks and with the bus, DART and Luas only 2 minutes away. Just over the bridge are lots of restaurants, cafes and little supermarkets. If you like, the walk into Dublin centre is only a short distance and quite nice if you decided to walk along the river, or prefer sightseeing on the way in.
The apartment itself was clean, tidy, comfortable and spacious. The bed was so comfy and the area is nice and quiet for a good nights sleep. The whole place had been decorated to a modern standard. To get in and out of the development there is a coded gate, which is easy to use. The shower was amazing and water nice and hot! If water was running low then press the booster button and within 30 mins hot water is available. Electric radiator is pre-set which made the apartment lovely and warm.