We absolutely loved our stay in this hidden gem. The house we had was cozy and warm, we had lots of space and the open plan kitchen and dining room have two great windows to view the river from. As Ireland was still in lockdown we cooked our three meals a day in the kitchen as dining out wasn't an option and we loved the space and layout of the kitchen. Perfect - and the view from the sink and when prepping everything was the beautiful Blackwater River where we watched the tides and the ever changing clouds and sky and then we got to sit and eat and look at the view again. Barbara and Nicholas were wonderful hosts and very responsive to the one or two requests we had. One of our party was full-time "working from home" with many Zoom meetings and loved her position in the living room, also with a view of the river. First thing in the morning and again in the evening we took walks in the stunning 30 acre garden that goes right down the river and was full of rhodedenrons of all colours with intoxicating scents from all the plants in bloom. The property is only 10 minutes from Lismore with it's wonderful little town built around the castle and the gardens and that's a must-visit, preferably for most of the day with a picnic as there are picnic tables inside this walled beauty and the coast of Waterford with its many beaches is only 20 minutes drive as are the Knockmealdown mountains. There are also many woodlands with mountain rivers (Glenshelane) to be rambled in. This is undoubtedly the most novel self-catering accommodation we've stayed in in this country. Wonderful in every way. We're already booked to return in August when we will do some kayaking on the river, some swimming in the river and some sea swimming. Happy days!