We were a group of friend (4 couples and 9 kids) who wanted to go away together as a group but not to a hotel. Carmels' lovely warm and welcoming house suited us perfectly. We had a lovely relaxing weekend. There was lots of space for us and the kids adored the freedom to run around together, play hide and seek in the many rooms and get into their pyjamas and watch a movie before bed. Meanwhile we ordered takeaway from a lovely Indian (recommended by Carmel) for dinner and relaxed in the very comfortable sitting room with our wine. Even though it was a very cold weekend the house was so cosy for the entire time. Carmel and her partner were very welcoming and there were so many lovely little touches that made it feel like a hotel weekend away anyway – dressing gowns and slippers, sweets on the beds and enough supplies for us all to enjoy a big breakfast on Saturday morning without having to try to locate a local shop. All in all it was the perfect location for our weekend away together and we will definitely be back. Thanks Carmel!