We didn't meet Ben,but his mother who was welcoming. The description was accurate and the neighbourhood was excellent. Across the road there were two good restaurants (we eat in the Farm Restaurant), a grocer shop, and a great traditional Irish pub. best of all the bus to the airport was only 3 minutes away long the road, leaving every 15 minutes. It was good for buses. A short walk to the canal where we found a great cafe for lunch and only 20 minuts walk into town and Trinity College, Temple Bar and the river. The noise from the various pumps in the kitchen and shower and toilet were a bit loud. Fortunately we are not very tall, but if you are 6ft you would find it difficult to stand upright in the shower. There were no lock on the door to the private suite. Very bright for a basement room. We were very happy with our stay which made our first visit to Dublin very enjoyable.