Karin O'Flanagan is about as perfect as a hostess could be. Her flats are lovely -- spacious, elegant and comfortable -- and though they're on the less-fashionable north side of the Liffey, they're only a few minutes' walk from any major attraction in Dublin. But Karin's thoughtfulness is an even greater attraction. There's fresh cold orange juice and free-range eggs in the fridge, free wi-fi and knowledgeable advice about restaurants, facilities and attractions in Dublin. By the time we left Mountjoy Square after almost a week as Karin's guests, we almost felt we were leaving home. Her apartment provide a perfect base for a stay in Dublin.