Marie's home is simply wonderful! It is spacious, clean, and beautifully restored making for a very calm retreat. It is a short walk to the center of town as well as to Salthill. Marie is very thoughtful and offered excellent advice on what to do and where to eat. We also enjoyed discussing what we were currently reading. She made a fire for me when it turned chilly outside, and cups of tea seemed to appear magically just when I needed them, along with a bit of chocolate. It was hard to leave!