Hands down, the BEST place we stayed in Ireland. Go there as soon as you can for check in, and stay till you have to check out. Johnny was the most gracious host ever, met us right away and got us settled into the mill house next to the tower. Every luxury is planned out, from the extremely comfortable four poster bed, to the well appointed shower and bath, to the wine and appetizers ready upon arrival. Breakfast is fantastic, with espresso, fresh fruits, yogurt, cereal, crusty rolls, and meats and cheeses. But this wasn't even the favorite part for us. If you like olden things, and history, this place is filled with it. Christopher Columbus is reputed to have dined here in 1477, and the battle continues today to make it a jewel in the continuing Irish tradition, transformed from a sleeping beauty castle with a tree growing out of its top, to the renewed careful stone masonry and wood work of art it is today. We had the great honor to meet Eamonn, the owner of the castle, who told us stories of the tower and the surrounding landscape. Will forever remain one of the best moments of our trip.