Great apartment, in a great location, with a great hostess! The apartment was large, clean and well-equipped, and exactly as described. Ballsbridge is an ideal place to stay for visitors who want to blend in with the life of Dublin, rather than stay in the tourist center. We walked to Trinity College Dublin in around 20 minutes, and there are several bus lines that serve the city center as well. The Ranelagh neighborhood is also 20 minutes walk to the west, and features some great restaurants and The Dillon Garden.

Rachel was a very generous and helpful hostess. Unfortunately I missed the opportunity to meet her personally, but the rest of my travelling companions did meet her on arrival and said she was warm, welcoming, personable and provided a lot of good advice. Her dinner recommendation for the Old Spot (in walking distance) was voted among the best meals of our 2-week trip.