If you're looking for a place to 'live like a local' while being centrally located to the ancient historical sites in the Boyne Valley, I would highly recommend Leck Farm. Pat and Alison are warm and welcoming, and very knowledgeable about the area (since Pat is a 5th generation farmer on the land!). Not only is the place a working farm, but if you're lucky you can catch a few minutes chatting with the owners while she works on hand-weaving items for her craft shop. The accommodations are clean, cozy, charming and quiet - except for the occasional moo or baa. :) We loved the spot and hope to make it back some day!