Your host, Margaret, takes great pride in her home. It’s evident in all aspects of your stay. Tastefully appointed, comfortable with all mod cons. Full access to dedicated area for guests to fix themselves breakfast, snacks etc. (coffee, tea, breads, cereal, fruit etc provided) Lovely garden patio area. Quiet residential neighborhood that you would think would be far from the city center. Not the case at all. Dublin is surprisingly walkable and Margaret’s place is a short easy stroll to the thick of things. It’s also right next to a stop on the LUAS (tram) and the small village of Ranelagh has many restaurants, shops and pubs etc. and another few blocks from that, Rathmines, has more and a cinema. The best part of staying there however is Margaret herself. Felt welcome well before my arrival. Clear guides to the home and area with plenty of suggestions arrived via email before soon after I booked to assist me in getting oriented. All communication was prompt and helpful. When I was there I could maintain as much privacy as I’d like but Margaret was always available for a chat or to run some ideas past her. I enjoyed her company. I originally booked for four days but extended it to eight because I couldn’t imagine finding a place I would enjoy more. Now I’m off for a self drive tour of the island. I’m still receiving suggestions via email from Margaret about places I should see!