If you are visiting Dublin, do yourself a favor and STAY HERE. Helen and her family are lovely and so friendly. While we were only here for a long weekend, Helen invited us to her charity bake sale and introduced us to some of their friends and neighbors; we had a great time! Their house is close to the coast, and they gave great recommendations for restaurants, pubs, and attractions. There home is beautiful and immaculate. Their dog and cat are also happy and people-friendly--you will feel instantly at home and welcomed :-)