Driving down to Scott and Catherine’s cottage, we knew we were in for something special. The surrounding valley is stunning views every way you turn (we came in by the Gap of Dunloe in the evening, after the jaunting carriages were gone, and it was a somewhat harrowing but incomparably beautiful drive—the Molls Gap drive is easier and also lovely). As the description of the home indicates, this is a place for getting away from it all and enjoying the simpler things: long hikes, evenings by a warm fire, a study of the vocal variations of local sheep, and so on.
The house itself is charming and rustic. Since it’s an old, country home with steep stairs and fire places, we had to keep a close eye particularly on our 9-month old, but that’s to be expected. Catherine’s description of the home is pretty spot-on in terms of what you can look forward to, so we found ourselves well-prepared for the place’s quirks and charms.
Do follow their advice and grab some well-planned groceries beforehand. The drive out of the valley to shop or sight-see took us a minimum 30 minutes along narrow, winding roads that require a lot of attention and patience, so take that into consideration when you plan. Otherwise, as other reviewers have also said, this is an ideal setting for unplugging, getting back to nature, and enjoying a slower pace. And taking pictures. Seriously, point your camera anywhere!