Michael's farm was amazing. We attended with our 3 kids (7, 4, 1). The buildings date back to the early 1800's, and the house we stayed in is recently redone. It was brand new from top to bottom. Comfy beds, nice shower and bathrooms. Huge sofa and full kitchen. He gives you a brief tour and allows you to venture on your own whenever you want. We shared drinks with him and his girlfriend Caroline every night around a fire. Truly salt of the earth people. The farm is close to small towns with restaurants and grocery stores, and only 45 minutes from Blarney and Cork. We did the Fota Wildlife Park (30 minutes away) and got so close to all kinds of animals. Cheetahs, tigers, rhinos, wallabys, ostrich, giraffes, peacocks, kangaroos, penguins, lemurs, etc. So many are just walking around the common area with visitors! Also close by is Ballycotton (beach), Lismor (castle), and Spike Island (think alcatraz). We hope to come back annually to hang out with Mike and Caroline, and enjoy the beautiful property.