Paul and Joan were the quintessential hosts. Both were welcoming and we were made to feel right at home. The lodge itself was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated but more importantly it felt homely. Both Joan and Paul were extremely helpful, given suggestions for sightseeing and answered any questions we had. We loved meeting the cats and feeding polo mints to the horses. In general there was a wonderful ambiance about the place, and an amazing location for photographers and artists, as the area is so scenic. A bonus to the lodge is its close proximity to Ennis and other towns and villages with plenty of historical sites. Our golden retriever loved the place, and we look forward to returning again in the future! Highly recommended.