I stayed and worked remotely here for 4 weeks in September 2022. I had just moved to the country and needed lots of support getting my feet under me (sending mail to the address, letters of reference etc). Derry and his family were wonderful hosts and so, so helpful and kind! If you are a digital nomad or work remotely, this is a great place to land.
Wi-Fi was fast, no issues running multiple tools and video calls and streaming shows. The cabin is cozy, great size for one person. It has its quirks but for the value, the scenery and the wonderful host family, it was worth it!
It is about a 5k round trip walk to the nearest town/shops. I was without a car for the first few weeks, so walked in for groceries. If you don’t mind a walk and carrying a backpack, it is good exercise but can be done but Derry was quick to offer lifts and try and organize anything he could for me.
The property is lovely, horses just beyond the yard that will come over for scratches, the family dog, sheep, donkeys. Beautiful forest path around the farm. Great local walks in the area and Devils Bit (which you can see from the window) is a nearby hike that was really stunning (need a car to get there).
There is Finns Bar down in the town that occasionally has live music on a Saturday night you can walk down to. The roads get very dark so be careful if walking back and bring a flashlight or get a lift. Overall, as a woman staying alone though I felt very safe in the area and in the property. If catching a lift elsewhere, Jim O’ the Mills is a local treasure to check out.
Would recommend! Thanks again Derry!