My stay at Hannah and Paddy’s was my fourth (and favorite) time in Ireland. I’ve stayed in all the famous cities and towns before but this was much more beautiful. The Gregorian manor is stunning— Hallmark wishes they could film in a place with half as much charm. Walking onto the property for the first time, I had excited butterflies because it was even more magical than the pictures show. Speaking of magic, you absolutely HAVE to try one of Paddy’s dinners in the dining room. You’ll leave full and happy after all four courses.
The Writer’s Cottage had everything I could’ve wanted for a holiday (I was able to make all my meals in the kitchen) and is perfectly located in the woods. It’s small, but cozy. Directly outside of the red door is the perimeter walk around the property— I highly recommend going right before sunset when everything is golden. A note for arachnophobes: there were a few harmless spiders in corners of the cottage, but I think it’s impossible to avoid in the woods.
In all honesty, getting to spend a bit of time with Hannah, Paddy, and their two daughters was my favorite part of the trip. They’re some of the kindest people I’ve met and by the end of my time there, I felt more like a friend than a guest. My two-week stay was wonderful and I’m telling all my friends and family to come here too.