Although Doris was away during our stay, she had ensured that we got the warmest of welcomes from Lutz, her neighbour, a friendly cat and a sheep that loves her cuddles!
Her little cottage is the sweetest place to spend a few days unwinding, set in a lovely pastoral location under star-sprinkled night skies and complete silence. If the weather is poor, you’ve got a roaring stove and cosy merino blankets and throws. If it’s fine, there is no end to the places you can explore in this part of Mayo that is off the beaten track. We have been to Mayo for years but never this part and we were captivated by the landscape of blanket bogs and walking trails, white sand beaches and the changing hues of the sea and sky but above all the peace.
The locals are warm, interested in hearing your story and full of recommendations. This is a place where a neighbour’s dog leads you down to the sea and then delivers you all the way back to the cottage, making sure you’re safe. We’ll be back, it’s a gem.