When we visited Gerard's cottage the weather was really cold, with snow on the landscape and sheet ice on the roads.
Gerard got in touch to check on our arrival time so that he could light the fire for us.
When we arrived there was a very welcome fire in the front room of what was the original traditional cottage.
This room was very cosy with comfortable couches.
Behind this the building opened out to reveal a more modern, very well equipped kitchen which also had a dining table.
Behind this was another room with lots of windows, seating and a large dining table.
The three en suite bedrooms were off these rooms and had lobbies with doors which would reduce any noise if you had small children and/or noisy adults!
A real bonus for me was that Gerard's bub was just steps away.
The pub is traditional and really welcoming - like the host, with a fire lit and superb pints of Guinness.
We really enjoyed our couple of nights and would love to return - preferably when the weather is warmer.