Our stay at the Elfin Cottage felt like a spa retreat. The decor is very modern with thoughtful touches that are local to the region (e.g. wool blankets from Aran Islands). The fridge is stocked with eggs, butter, cheese, smoked salmon, and olives and the group of hosts are easily available by text or phone call. The cottage is about 10 minutes out of town by car and a 30-40 minute walk. There are taxi services in the area, but they should be reserved in advance (Peter Mooney was our go-to). We loved dining at the Ivy Cottage and visiting the local pubs, but our favorite night was relaxing by the fire in the cottage with a bottle of wine! We wish we could have stayed longer.