Marie's home was lovely and she was very welcoming. The accommodations were very nice with an en suite bathroom and breakfast each morning.
We were about a 10-15 min walk to the city center so every afternoon we would walk into the city for dinner, pubs, music etc. In the evening we usually took a taxi ride back to house (about 7 euro). Marie was very helpful with suggestions of things to do in the area. We went to the Aran Islands and Connemara/Kylemore Abbey. Both great day trips!