Cormac phoned us to check that we had arrived safely and that everything in the house was available and in good working order. We had 2 minor concerns and these were dealt with very rapidly (less than 24 hours) and professionally in that we were updated at all times on the plan and its progress. There was a lovely welcome of fresh local produce in the fridge - delicious! There was firewood by the open fire and all means provided to light one if necessary. Candles were also provided which is a nice touch and gave a beautiful light for dinner and late evening chatting. We weren't sure if the bottle of wine in the fridge was for us too so we left it for the next guests as we had brought a stash of wine for ourselves. The house is perfectly located for time in Castletownshend, if you are into sailing and visiting gardens and local beaches and historical sites. Very good fish restaurant there, pub local shop 5 minutes walk. Plenty to do and see. Cormac also left us info on a local food festival had we been staying a second week - I wish! We enjoyed walks on Sheep's Head, the Mizen Head visitors centre, Barleycove Beach and Liss Ard gardens. Missed out on Sommerville & Ross's home and garden as it was not open. We were close to Union Hall where some extended family were staying and had easy visits with them. I recommend it unhesitatingly. I loved the sound of birdsong and virtually no traffic noise at all - Bliss! We appreciated the rapid minor repairs and being informed in advance when and if Cormac needed to come to the house during our stay.