Mary Frances and Michael are wonderful hosts! Michael was even kind enough to rescue us after a puncture (two actually, at the end of a VERY long day) and then to show my husband around the area the next day after making sure our tire was being repaired.

We stayed at Hidden Gem four nights and left there almost two weeks ago but still talk about our experience daily. I doubt we will ever again sleep in more comfortable beds or enjoy such a luxurious bathroom. The flat is incredibly spacious, the view is wonderful and the furniture comfortable; we travelers are fortunate that Mary Frances and Michael gave up their recreation space to do Airbnb. The only thing I can imagine anyone having difficulty with is preparing an elaborate meal, but then who wants to do that when on holiday?

Though the flat is on the ground floor of Mary Frances' and Michael's home, it is very quiet. They were there if we needed something, but never intruded; in fact, we would have had to make an effort to see them. Communication, though, was rapid. (Texting is wonderful!)

The walk we took the first night remains the most magical experience of this long trip. The area is hauntingly beautiful. We're already trying to figure out when we can return. Hidden Gem sets a high standard, one the luxury hotel where we had to stay to attend a wedding didn't come close to matching.

Let's see if I can be practical here: I am VERY fussy; I carry odor neutralizer with me. I didn't need it. The flat is perfectly clean, the pillows and bedding comfortable, there are two large walk-in closets, baby equipment and toys, a washer, an iron and ironing board and all of the small amenities you might have forgotten. The ventilation is great, the heat in-floor geothermal. The water is good and so is the wifi. Near-by you'll find good food and groceries; there are endless things to see and do in the area as a whole and the people are friendly. What more could you want?