Location, location, location. The view had many moods, each one spectacular in its own way and helps compensate for the lack of a television, though Irish television is hardly worth watching in the first place. There's a good wifi connection for a laptop to help with any weather events, remembering what Iris Murdoch wrote: "The West of Ireland is the most beautiful place on earth, if you don't mind rain." Rinville Park is a gorgeous spot, and the walk out to Ardfry House, replete with the stories of the eccentric owners who managed to turn a glorious edifice into today's ruin, more than worthwhile as local activities. Great facilities in Oranmore. And a conversation with Rory is most entertaining and enlightening.