As a longer-term renter, for two months, I found John very helpful in suggesting places I should visit for my writing project, and people I might talk with. And likewise was helpful in suggesting places I might go for social enjoyment, such as a local coffee shop. The apartment was spacious (great for my writing project ). It is right in the town centre, yet also just a few minutes walk into the countryside on a trail. Finally, Westport is a lovely town with lots going on culturally, music in the pubs, etc. In summary, I had an amazing experience, and the apartment plus John's helpfulness helped make that possible.