If you are looking for rustic accommodation, set in some of Ireland's wildest, most beautiful scenery, then Kylemore Lodge is the place for you. We could not believe our luck as we pulled into the drive of this fairytale home. Set overlooking a lake and with a view of the famous (and not to be missed) Kylemore Abbey, the lodge is an historic gem, exuding Irish country charm. Nora, our hostess, was the real-deal. She has lived on the place for over 40 years and gave us great tips on where to eat in town and which scenic drives to take. In the morning she cooked up the best Irish breakfast we had anywhere in our Ireland travels. Nora had the heating pads turned on in our beds when we arrived and also let us dry some damp laundry we had hauled from Dublin - she was thoughtful and accommodating at every turn. Our only regret was that we could not stay longer!