I’m an Antiques and History lover, so this Airbnb went far beyond my expectations. Located in an historic downtown Athlone brownstone, I knew immediately it was what I would love. The hosts were extremely communicative with me before, during and after my stay. The upstairs apartment is completely preserved. The wide pine, painted floor slats made a sound I recalled from from my grandmothers home fifty years ago. Two overstuffed, vintage, brown leather,reading chairs rest comfortably in front of the wood burning stove. Plenty of wood is provided and easy to get started. One wall is almost entirely covered in bookshelves filled with really great books. Lots of Irish authors and vintage cookbooks. The large antique pantry holds dishes, tea and coffee pots, toaster, radio etc. it’s also stuffed chock full of the Organic Foods Lynda sells in her Organic Shop below. Coffee, teas, jams, dates, chocolate and a loaf of fresh baked bread on an antique oak cutting board. Small dorm type fridge held Organic eggs, butter, milk, cream, and more delicious jams. The vintage wooden table overlooks the downtown and very interesting pub across the street. The bedroom holds a large antique brass bed, (which I’d never seen larger than a full before this), the mattress was wonderful, just right firmness wise and like sleeping on a cloud. Covered with a gorgeous homemade quilt and standing reading lamp. In a word, perfect. The bath holds a very large antique claw foot tub. Fluffy towels abound along with every kind of soap, shampoo and lotion (Organic of course) you can think of. This was my favorite rental ever and I never wanted to leave and as everyone on Athlone will tell you, “Lynda’s lovely!”