I was apprehensive about finding the cottage initially, but Isabelle’s description, coupled with the eircode and Google maps made it so easy! (Hint: due to unreliable cell reception, I recommend saving the area as an offline map in Google Maps).
Isabelle had previously left me know that she would be unable to be there for personal reasons, but that the key would be in the door. Being February, the weather wasn’t great when I arrived so I was delighted to find that the heat had been left on and the place was lovely and cozy.
The cottage is perfect for one or two people, with everything you could need for a getaway. No television or Internet (I didn’t ask for the 4G wireless router credit to be topped up) made it so peaceful - I don’t remember ever being that relaxed!
There is a full complement of crockery and cutlery, a one ring electric job, and a counter-top oven, all of which meant that I had no problem cooking anything I wanted (for groceries, Corofin Main Street is about 5km away). There is a decent sized water tank that heats water surprisingly quickly for showers and washing dishes. The bed was so comfortable, and the reading chair was great - I read eight books in seven days!
I can’t say enough good things, honestly. Well worth a try if you enjoy a bit of peace, disconnected from modern technology.