Gillian is an exceptional host, and her unique "Cow Stall" was clean, cozy, eco-conscious, and much more modern than the pictures suggest. My husband had a last-minute work trip so I traveled to Kinsale alone, but Gillian went out of her way to make me feel warm and welcome and to introduce me to all of her sustainability-minded contacts (who I had expressed interest in meeting). On top of that, she gave me a driving tour, took me to her neighborhood pub, had me over for tea, and left me delicious brownies in the evening. Moreover, she's kind and interesting and was a pleasure to get to know.