When we arrived at Alan’s, we’d been traveling in Ireland for 20 days and had stayed in 10 other Airbnbs and Alan’s place was the hands -down best! The yogurt, cereal, fresh eggs, bread, OJ, jams and butter were the perfect provisions for self-catering breakfast. The apartment was so comfortable—with great attention to everything you could possibly need for your stay. And the views of the beautifully landscaped grounds, the River Barrow and surrounding countryside are just stunning! If you can, make time to stroll the footpath along the river and explore the lockes, mill ruins, historical markers and wildlife along the way to the the town of Bagenalstown (Muine Bheag). There’s a coffee shop right on the path as you come into town. Make sure to take in the breath-taking sunset too. You won’t want to leave this paradise.