You’ll take a lot of photos in Ireland but photos are 2 dimensional and cannot capture the beauty and grandeur of the country. Similarly the pictures of Grainne’s 14 Baltimore Holiday Homes were nice but come no where near capturing the beauty of views from the house and the house itself. The house was very well appointed – having just about everything you could want. It has been recently and tastefully remodeled and is in excellent condition. Baltimore itself was the right choice for us – at the sea shore, active harbor, good restaurants (esp. the fabulous food and service at Casey’s, but, if you are from another country, use cash, they exchange to the foreign funds before exchanging, after tacking on an extra 5% - 1.22 to USD instead of 1.17 others charged; only hiccup we had with exchange), the walk to the point and lighthouse at the harbor entrance is beautiful, and you must visit the Baltimore Castle for the history of the town and region. There is a convenient food mart in downtown Baltimore which has the essentials, but the Super Value in Skibberreen has great, variety, choices and value – be sure to try the locally produced Glenilen yogurt – it is low in sugar and all natural, and still rich tasting. Last and maybe equally important, be sure to go to the Farmer’s Market in Skibberreen (park your auto at Aldi) on Saturday until 2 PM. Grainne’s mother, Eithne, has a stand out of the back of her car and her homemade breads, cakes (she had 3 kinds), quiches, pickles, etc. fly off the table – they are delicious - go early. Eithne and one of her other daughters who works with her are charming and a positive delight – you’ll love them and their wares. Across from her stand is Gubbeen Farms meats and cheeses – famous in the area – we got cheese and bacon – Delish! – they are also in the stores, but its fun buying it at the market. You will likely pick up the key from another of Grainne’s sisters who is the chef at Riverside in Skibberreen – take the time to dine there – the service is personal, the food outstanding and if the weather permits you can sit outside by the river. We stayed here 10 days could easily have stayed longer and hope to return. 5 stars!