Clean, cosy and quirky!
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We loved staying at Karyn and Eric's place and although we didn't get to meet Karyn, she kept in touch prior to our arrival and again afterwards to wish us a safe journey home (and to arrange to post a forgotten phone charger!) On arrival we received a very warm welcome from Eric, who was a brilliant host and has a real unique sense of humour :-)
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Our hosts were unobtrusive but on hand if we needed them, and the food hamper was a lovely touch too. Karyn and Eric also look after a handful of rescue cats and dogs who were excited to meet us when we arrived but were all very well-behaved throughout our stay.
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The house has a real 'cabin' feel to it with lots of interesting trinkets dotted around the place. The kitchen is well equipped with utensils and has a hob, microwave, kettle and toaster – there is also a fridge, washing machine, grill and a coffee machine. The bathroom is a good size with plenty of toiletries. The two bedrooms are also well sized with comfortable beds. The garden is huge and has amazing views of the sea – it’s clear that the hosts have put a lot of time and effort into making it a great space for both adults and children. We didn't use the hot tub or sauna as we were out every evening, but we did use the outdoor seating areas and the conservatory. The view of the night sky is literally out of this world and there were shooting stars every few minutes.
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The location is nice and secluded, which only adds to the charm. It’s well-situated between Spanish Point and Lahinch, two lovely coastal villages with beautiful beaches (10 and 15 minutes’ drive respectively). The town of Miltown Malbay is also a 10-minute drive away with Ennis being a slightly further 45-minute drive.