We arrived at Valley View Cottage on a beautiful April afternoon, perfect weather to experience Eileen’s lovely garden. Her creative touches are everywhere—beautiful handmade crochet throws and fresh spring flowers from the garden in the well-stocked, spotless kitchen, chocolates on our pillow. Every creature comfort was thought of – electric blankets along with every appliance we might need. There is a huge selection of guidebooks – on local nature, history and folklore, along with Eileen and Robert’s own personal folder which supplies a wealth of information and advice on every aspect of this rich historical and unique part of the Beara Peninsula. Eileen and Robert are gifted hosts, incredibly helpful and generous, they wear their extensive native knowledge lightly. And they have a fantastic sense of humour! One could stay at Lauragh for weeks and not get to the end of all there is to see and do. We had three short days—and we would never have managed to get so much out of our short stay without their advice and direction. Highly Recommended.