SO COMFORTABLE to stay in this huge and wonderful cottage! We woke up every morning with the view of the Gleenbrickeen lough. Actually, it's so well designed that wherever you are in the house, you can enjoy the view of the lake and the peaceful garden. There's no neighbor nearby, so it's just you and nature :)
The place is fully and well equipped, functional, and convenient for a family with a baby. High chair and travel cot provided. The only things we had to go out and buy was food and shower gel/shampoo. Coffee/tea provided, as well as sugar, and seasoning needed for cooking.
Showers are warm, spacious, and the luxurious bath tub a delight after a day of hiking!
We had only one sunny day and could enjoy lying on the soft soft grass (always wearing a warm jacket because it's so windy!).
We really felt at home... a home that we could never afford to own nor able to keep it that clean and comfy. I didn't feel like in one of those places used only for renting. I was wondering if Hugh&Mary or their relatives stayed there sometimes because it's so "alive" and warm.
We arrived very late, but they remained very welcoming and showed us everything we needed to know about the place. We met at Cregg House (the B&B they own) and they had to lead us to the 10 min away cottage. After that, I never drove at nighttime again as it is so dangerous. It's less than 10 min driven from Clifden so close to the Sky road etc. Very convenient location.
And when I had questions about the heating (we found a bit too hot), Mary answered me no long after. She's always been reactive, even before our stay.
We're really thankful for our wonderful stay and will surely book there again if we come back in this pretty region.