The McClearn studio was absolutely fantastic. The apartment was private, quiet, self contained, and had everything we need for the couple of nights we were there. Sitting in the countryside, it is only a short drive (20 minutes or less) a number of different pubs, towns, and historic sights (including the not to be missed Rock of Cashel). The McClearn's were unbelievably lovely hosts. In addition to the obvious care and lengths that they had gone through to make sure the place was cosy and welcoming, one day when my traveling companion wasn't feeling well, they put together a care package for her that was exactly what she wanted and needed: tea, scones, cough medicine, etc. It was so amazing and thoughtful.

Given it's central location to a few cities (Limerick, Cork, and Kilkenny are all roughly an hour away), the McClearn's kindness and consideration, and the comfort of the apartment itself, I would recommend this spot to anyone - for any duration - as a good place to make a "home base" from which one could see a good portion of central Ireland.