This was by far the best airbnb experience that we've had. The Tophouse is an exceptional home.It is set in the most beautiful countryside of Mayo with amazing views across valleys and lakes.It is secluded and although within easy reach of several towns,Cong,Clonbur,Leenane,you can if you choose,just get away from it all.There are plenty of great walks to be had up hills and mountains and around lakes.William is a great host.He gave us a really warm welcome and gave us many great ideas of things to do and places to go. He obviously has a great love for and knowledge of this beautiful part of Ireland. Maps can only direct you but William's deep knowledge and understanding of the people and countryside gives you that added extra inside knowledge that only locals would know.There is plenty so see in area and the Tophouse is an ideal starting place to explore the many delights of Mayo and Galway. Places that we visited and would highly recommend, drive up to Westport along the banks of Lough Cong,the sacred mountain of Croagh Patrick, if you're brave have a go at climbing it,the National famine monument, a very poignant and moving tribute. On to Louisburg into the Dhullough pass-fantastic drive, to Leenane and Killary harbour,Ireland's only fjord.There were many highlights in our week in the Tophouse,but I would strongly recommend a visit to the Aran Islands,we visted Inis Meain, the middle island and least visited,developed and probably least touristy of the 3 islands.Sheets of limestone,miles of stone walls and amazing views of the sea and the other 2 islands,lovely people here.You can get the boat or plane from Rossaveal, about an hour's drive from Finny. After a day out in Connemara coming back to the Tophouse is an added bonus to the day. The house itself is very comfortable,warm and equipped with everything you would need. The bedroom is just a delight, you wake up to the sun streaming through(it shone for us anyway!!) the velux windows with great views of the surrounding hills and countryside. The house is warm,heated by a wood burner, William calls it "The Rocket",easy to get going and gives out great heat. We have over the years, stayed in many different types of accommodation in many different places. I can honestly say that our week in the Tophouse, was the best,ten out of ten. It's not just about the place,meeting William just put the icing on the cake. He clearly loves this place and he passes on this enthusiasm to the visitor. The Tophouse is a credit to William and to all of the hard work,thought and imagination that he has put into making it what it is today. I don't always make the right decisions in life,but choosing the Tophouse was the best decision I've ever made. Thank you William,it was an unforgettable week in the Tophouse.