Gloria and Brendan are spectacular hosts. From the well-stocked kitchen (tea, eggs, milk, juice, bread) to the immaculately clean rooms to the thoughtfully-written guest guide, our visit exceeded expectations. Brendan was kind enough to provide advice on some of the places we wished to see ~ and when we mentioned that we'd like to see a stone circle, he personally took us to an extraordinary spot with a jaw-dropping view. On top of that, he took a lovely photo of our family of 4 on top of the hill ~ we will always cherish it.
Skibbereen itself is an ideal location, with plenty of restaurants, shops, and sites in town, as well as a Heritage Center, a spectacular marine reserve (Lough Hyne) very close by, and ferries to islands just a quick drive away in Baltimore. We only spent 2 nights in this part of Ireland, but would have gladly stayed for a week.
Our stay was ideal ~ thank you both!