Marvelous experience in Westport. Ruth's home is an ideal location for a quiet getaway in the west of Ireland. A 15 minute walk into the town centre, 5 minutes from the harbour, and only 2 minutes to the grocery store! In a quiet residential spot, off of the main roads, I slept quite soundly here. The room is modest, perfect for the no frills traveler, and has a view of Croagh Patrick!
In addition to a quiet & cozy room, Ruth provides food items to supplement your breakfast needs (so you get both Bs in your AirBnB!) In the fridge, I was welcome to yoghurt, orange juice, locally crafted preserves. Eggs & bread were also provided, as well as tea & coffee. In addition, Ruth offered items from her lovely garden to further supplement my food needs.
Also coming with the rental is a bicycle to explore the area further than you can on foot. This was especially handy, as I had not hired a car for my stay. Croagh Patrick is a 25 minute ride. On an ambitious day, I made the 90 minute ride to catch the Clare Island ferry for some very isolated exploration.
The Great Western Greenway also begins/ends in Westport. This 27 mile pedestrian and bicycle only path runs along the corridor of a defunct railway to Achill Sound. The path is mostly flat, so is appropriate and enjoyable for cyclists from novice to expert.
Some further things to note:
-There are 2 rooms for rent in this home. It is also your host's home. I enjoyed loads of privacy during my stay, but you will interact with other people here.
-The washroom is shared. Ruth does a wonderful job of keeping the space tidy and stocked with necessary amenities. At times, you may have to wait to shower, though I never did have a problem here.
-Free WiFi!