Maybe we're extremely lucky on Airbnb, but we always get hosted by people who seem to love what they do. Sinéad is no exception. Friendly, straightforward and uncomplicated communication and always striving to make your stay even better. The studio is neat and cosy and has everything you could possibly need. We felt straight at home. It has all the perks of literally being in a lively town centre, without many of the drawbacks and lots of privacy. Wholeheartedly recommended!
Connemara and Mayo offer hillwalking galore, with virtually no paths on the mountains, lots of bogs to navigate and light scrambling. Immersive solitude in what are essentially patches of leftover wilderness. We recommend Clifden resident Paul Phelan's "Connemara & Mayo: A Walking Guide" and Helen Fairbairn's "Ireland's Best Walks", both by Collins Press. Oh, and the beaches are to die for. So is the food in the pubs.