We stayed four months at Grasville Cottage during the lockdown, and it truly was a slice of heaven. It's an idyllic cottage full of character, cosy but with plenty of space, with a lovely garden for the kids to play in - full of flowers, trees and wildlife. Little birds nesting in the eaves; we saw red kites, a kingfisher, fox and cub, rabbits etc on walks out. Orla and Ger are wonderful hosts, warm and welcoming, and it was never a problem to sort anything out. The neighbours are lovely too - thanks, Aoife, for all the fresh eggs :) . It's a short walk to Avoca village, and a short drive to Avondale estate with its gorgeous old-growth forests, or to the beach, and half an hour to the glory of the Wicklow Mountains. But my fondest memories are of sitting out in the garden in the sun, or reading a book in the conservatory with the rain pattering gently outside. So glad we found this place, and would recommend it without hesitation.