Our host is a rare bird even in West Cork, a countryside full of good people. Mary stands out from the moment you meet her smiling with warmth and human kindness at her front door. She might be your favourite aunt or your favourite sister, the one you want to be close to that makes you smile whenever she is around. She is playful and honest sharing everything there is to know about the locality and what Sheeps Head has to offer. Mary is flexible with comings and goings so you don't feel under pressure. Breakfast is an added pleasure and should the weather be flexible you might get to enjoy it looking over Bantry Bay across to the Beara Peninsula. Mary grew up in this home from childhood so it is filled with history and stories. It's a very tasteful space - the traditional architecture of a classic Irish farmhouse but Mary has filled it with light colours brings freshness and openness. Everything is perfectly painted and maintained, showing continuous upkeep and daily care. The animals which include sheep, lambs, chickens and cats are all hand fed... if you are a city dweller, it's fun to get up and close to farm life. You are in for a treat, if Mary has a vacancy and you manage to book!