Marcella was like an instant friend. We felt very much at ease and learned a great deal from her about the area and people . Her home is spacious with sitting and dining rooms for all to enjoy and we felt at home relaxing there and in her lovely outdoor space. We enjoyed watching a group of horses playing against the backdrop of the Cliffs of Moher and the sea beyond. We could see the Aran Islands with the lighthouse from her place. Somehow the house was so quiet that we kept sleeping longer than we planned. Although daunting the first night, the short trek to the pub became an enjoyable walk. Very little traffic helped and I kept wishing we were there in blackberry season. There was good food and traditional music at Gus O’Connors pub. Marcella’s other guests were fun to meet over a delicious breakfast. The best scones ever. Doolin is lovely and people are welcoming. We took the ferry trip to the small island and the Cliffs of Moher. The Burrin is close by and the Hazel Mountain Chocolate shouldn’t be missed. I definitely recommend staying with Marcella. She’s a warm and welcoming host. And scones.