My mom and I booked A’s cottage in hopes of experiencing the true country of Ireland in its quaint rugged form, and we got just that and more. We fell in love with the island and felt at home in the cozy cottage, curled up by the wood fireplace with a book and cuppa. Our host was friendly, accommodating, and very informative. She gave us all the tips and resources we needed to make the most of our 3 days on the island. She also reset our fireplaces for us daily and provided small conveniences like cereals, tea/coffee, and basics for cooking. Parking and getting around the island was easy. The location is stunning with both tourist attractions nearby, but also more low key hikes/walks that may end up being the most memorable part of our Irish adventure. Our experience was terrific and we highly recommend anyone that wants a rural country cottage experience in Ireland to visit A on Valentia Island!