I really didn't want to leave.
Nestled, in its own patch of rock, gorse and heather, at the bottom of the lane, is Brendan's Crannóg. I went for a few days of peace, on my own, and to visit my son who was in one of the nearby Irish colleges. The house is as gorgeous as it looks, with beautiful views, very private and quiet. The sun, comes around the house and fills it over the day. It is simply and tastefully furnished. It doesn't come with frills, it's just right as it is. Bring your own tea/coffee and if a little flower arrangement on arrival is important to you, well they're growing wild and so pretty right outside the door.
The bed is VERY comfortable and nicely made up, with sweet smelling good quality bed linen.
You don't have TV or wifi as per listing details but I had excellent phone coverage and was able to hot spot a laptop with great connection.
The area is in the heart of the Gaeltacht or Irish speaking area, and it is lovely to hear the language being used everywhere. The place misses out on tourists a bit, so there isn't an array of eating out options, gift shops etc.
Tigh Kitt which is the closest pub has a lovely beer garden, which slopes down to the rocks and water's edge.
Great base to explore Connemara, and the more densely visited Roundstone, Letterfrack, Clifden are accessible.
But totally worth it to head down the islands which are on the doorstep....Leitir Mór (Lettermore), Gorumna, Leitir Mealláin (Letter Mullen)....very picturesque, unspoilt, and perfect for swimming/fishing/cycling/walking. Coral Strand Beach in Gorumna became a favourite swim spot. Any little lane will take you for a lovely walk and seaviews no matter what direction you take. The hill in Leitir Mór is an easy climb with panoramic views.
But spending time at the crannóg, sitting out with a glass of wine, reading and watching the view, is more than enough in itself.
Great spot, recommend++