Airbnb can be a bit of a daunting and nerve-wracking experience when you are new to it. You wonder if you're making the right choice staying with a stranger over just going with tried and true method of staying in a hotel. There are so many variables that your brain tells you could make your experience could make or break your your vacation experience; but with Clare, all of those fears will be quickly abated upon meeting her. Her reviews are stellar and they should be. She is a consummate host and most importantly, an utterly grand human being. Her home is lovely and she makes it just that for her guests: a home. You could stay in an overly-fancy hotel with all the trappings of luxury and staff ready to help because it is their job, but comparatively, the experience in that hotel will be emotionally cold. I cannot espouse how genuine and lovely this woman was to us.

Her home is everything it is said to be. It is clean, comfortable, welcoming and more. I didn't pack my hair dryer and my boyfriend let Clare know why I was still upstairs after my shower. Moments later Clare was on the stairs to offer me hers so we could head out on our adventures on the town. Not to mention she was at the airport to greet us even though our flight was late. She even waited while we completed the process to rent our car. Also, if you are a bit up in the air about your plans, Clare to the rescue! She had tons of advice, ideas, and even brochures, haha! She's like your own personal travel adviser.

Every conversation about our trip to Ireland has included a nod to Clare and her warm and welcoming home (even while still in Ireland!). One of Ireland's biggest draws is the experiences you will have with it's people and Clare is one of the best people you will meet, in and outside of Ireland. We can't thank our Irish Mom enough for our experience with her and her home.