I can't say enough about how nice this cottage is. First, the cottage itself. It is conveniently located on the main road just a few miles west of Spiddal. The walls are a foot thick, so it's cozy and quiet. It is surrounded by lush gardens full of flowers, vegetables and fruit trees. Next to the cottage is a winding narrow road that leads to a rocky beach. Inside are comfy beds, one upstairs and one down, which afford the guests privacy. A nice kitchen with everything you need to cook, and a bath with large shower, are also downstairs. There's no TV (who cares), but the hosts provide fast wireless.
Next, the hosts: Mary and Alan are lovely. They gave us total freedom in the cottage and garden but were there to answer questions. Alan provided a notebook full of maps and brochures which helped us plan our activities, and gave us advice on routes, restaurants and more. Mary left us fresh scones, brown bread, butter, milk, and homemade gooseberry jam, and even gave us potatoes and lettuce from the garden.
The location is very convenient to the ferry to the Aran Islands and is on the Wild Atlantic Way, so there is a lot of beautiful scenery. Don't miss the traditional music and good food at Tigh Giblin's in Spiddal, and the craft shops nearby, featuring local made pottery, jewelry, weaving and more.