We were very happy with our stay with Marie and Tom. They were very friendly and were helpful with suggesting local sites to go visit. They also sought out conversation and were eager to learn about us and to tell us about their lives. We couldn't have hoped for a warmer reception.
The house is on Laurel Lodge, a small park in a quiet and serene suburb of Dublin known as Castleknock. Phoenix Park, one of the largest public parks in Europe is a brisk 20 minute walk away. There is easy access to the ancient part of Dublin either by bus (37 or 39) or the Maynooth train line. Both take about 25 to 35 minutes. Overall, we were quite content with the location. We were able to leave the hustle and bustle of the city while still being a mere stone's throw away.