The location was a perfect base for driving to Croagh Patrick, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara National Park and Aran Islands. Alan was a great host and shared lots of great stories about the castle's history. Our room was lovely and comfortable but the castle is a fixer-upper in general (which Alan is upfront about). Still it is huge castle which is awesome. We loved its character and the nature around us. The animals were all sweet, especially Pixie the cat. If you want quiet, fresh air and a new experience, you should stay here.