Helen's cottage was the best place we stayed on our holiday (and we stayed in some really nice ones.) The Maam Valley is ruggedly beautiful, the people very friendly. The cottage has everything, is remote and peaceful, but there's a really good grocery less than 4km away. If you want a unique and wonderful experience in Ireland, stay here! Take walks, great drives around Connamera, and lots of pics. There's a fun little market Sundays in Maam Cross. You won't regret a minute spent in this part of Ireland.