Mary is a very nice and gentle woman, very helpful (she drove us to couple of places during the three days we had there and recommended us some places where to go). Her home is really lovely, with a nice view and a really great terrace. The room is splendid, with a nice bathroom (even though the mattress seems a bit old and therefore very soft and could be changed at some point). As indicated, her home is about 20-25 min from Cork by bus, but unfortunately there is no direct bus to Kensale (you have to go back to Cork, or to Cork airport, but there is no bus to Cork airport from Carrigaline so unless Mary drives you to the airport you will have to go to Cork). Carrigaline is a very small town, where there is not much to do, but you can go to Crosshaven by bus, or to the beach nearby. You will feel at home very quickly, as Mary leaves the kitchen opens for you to use it (very convenient to cook dinner) and also for you to make your breakfast (Mary leaves bread, tea, eggs etc that you can take). Overall an excellent experience, with a great host and a nice atmosphere at home.