The newly renovated room we rented at John and Emma's place was very lovely--clean, tastefully decorated, cozy bed, and nice linens. The bathroom & shower were the best we encountered in Ireland! Emma included thoughtful extra touches in the room, like flowers, a bowel of fruit, and coffe & tea items. Because we were unexpectedly visiting while the Pope was in Dublin and was saying Mass in Phoenix Park right next to where they live, Emma & John let us know well in advance what traffic problems to expect and how to get to their house via alternate routes, and on foot if necessary. They also offered for us to cancel at no cost if we thought it was too much trouble. We arrived without too much hassles and were met very warmly. They are renovating their huge old Victorian house and have started with the upstairs room to rent. It's a great space. We'd stay there again, and it was easy walking access to many places in Dublin. Thanks Emma & John!