I've just spent 2 weeks in the studio and honestly I don't have enough superlatives to describe how happy I've been there. The little house itself is perfect - snug, dry and warm in inclement weather, airy and sunny in fine weather. The attention to detail is spot-on - Sophie has thought of everything you might need or want. Everything is spotlessly clean and functions perfectly. The shower is powerful and hot, the bed is extremely comfortable, and all the supplies such as linen etc. are of excellent quality.
Outside is your own private garden with a patio area, a hammock, and a cast-iron table and chairs for outdoor dining. I wish I could think of a less cliched phrase than 'breathtaking views', but thanks to the high elevation that's what you've got, both from inside the house and from pretty much anywhere outside. The whole of the valley of Slievenamon is laid before you - a different kind of beauty every day.
Behind the house is a paddock occupied by a friendly horse - once you've passed through that, you're on the mountain, with multiple hiking trails to choose from. The higher you go, the more amazing the view.
Sophie is the quintessential kind, attentive host, and provided many extras such as freshly made scones, milk, butter, tea, coffee, sugar etc. - as well as flowers for the table. She's generally nearby if you need anything at all.
Both the house/garden and the location are magical - the perfect off-grid antidote to the information overload of modern life. Can't wait to return. Thank you Sophie!