Tom and James were the most welcoming and considerate of hosts -- they were kind and helpful, and we had some great conversations. They seem to have a sixth sense for the perfect balance between giving us space and being companionable. The room was light and airy and spotless, with a very comfortable bed, and the whole house is beautiful, a lovely oasis of calm to return to after a hard day's sightseeing. Phibsborough is a convenient walk away from central Dublin (about 20 minutes to the Liffey), and proved the perfect base for our visit. We had a lovely time, and are very grateful to both James and Tom -- they really went beyond the call of duty, helping us buy theatre tickets, advising us on where to find traditional music, and making us feel very welcome. And a shout out to Misty the cat too, who was very friendly!