Here are the three most important things you need to know about the Barn. 1) The location of the Barn is exquisite. In the morning, the sunrises and shines through the East facing windows of the Barn that look out onto the Burren. For sunset, you need only stand in front of the glass doors/entrance to the Barn; open or closed - depending on the weather. My husband and I moved the table directly in front of the glass doors, and enjoyed our dinner lit by a combination of the sunset and candlelight. The sunset can also be enjoyed outdoors at the beach or in the garden. 2) The bed is comfortable! At first glance, the Irish press bed may appear a bit small when compared to modern comforts. However, my husband and both had plenty of room and slept quite well! 3) Finola and her son Daniel are the kindest, friendliest, and most generous hosts -with whom we felt immediately comfortable! They allow you as much space and quietude as you require, but are likewise available to answer questions, provide tips, and give you help whenever it is needed. We were lucky enough to spend an evening getting to know both Finola and Daniel, which for us, was an undisputed highlight of our trip to the Burren. My husband (German) and I (American) stayed in the Barn for four days at the end of March. We spent most of our time exploring the Burren and the beaches via car and foot. IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING A VISIT TO THE BURREN (or greater Ireland for that matter), THEN RENTING A CAR IS HIGHLY ADVISABLE. The Barn served as the perfect home base for our stay. Given the proximity to the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands, tourist activity in the area is relatively visible. In Fanore, however, the pace is slower, and you are removed from the hustle and bustle of tourist shops and busses. The Barn has all of the amenities required to create your home away from home. We cooked our meals in the kitchen, which is well equipped, and any down time was spent reading the plethora of books and literature about the region provided in the Barn. PLEASE NOTE: read the aforementioned books at the BEGINNING of your stay! This is important if you want more information about the area, local landmarks, and possible sight-seeing destinations. (Also, if you're into hip hop - check out the impressive CD collection in the kitchen!) If you'd like to check out the local culture - step out for a beer at O'Donohue's pub - any of the pubs in the nearby towns. Other than that, take some time to get to know Finola and Daniel - or strike up a conversation with the locals who, in our experience, are very congenial! The central component, however, of a staying at a place like the Barn in Fanore, is the surrounding nature. If you're seeking a cosmopolitan experience, then you...