We've just ended a wonderful month-long stay in Cork at Mark's Compact City Centre Apartment. Mark was a generous host and great communicator throughout our stay.
We arrived to find some staples and a very generous amount of items in the refrigerator to get us started which was so much appreciated. Although the flat isn't right in the town center, less than a 1/2 block down is access to the walking bridge which puts you just a few blocks from the River Lee which was a nice walk, so the location was still really good. Do be aware if taking the walking bridge at night after you get off the bridge the street lamps are all out for almost a block, so we suggest you have a good flashlight with you, which would be good at the front door of the apartment as well since there is no outdoor light.
We are full time travelers who live on the road, and Mark's place worked well for us even with the low ceilings and the tiny bathroom. Having a washer in the apartment was a huge plus, and the apartment was quiet. Be aware that it is basic as far as kitchen items, towels, blankets, cleaning supplies, etc.... If you like to cook and go to the markets it may be tight with space to put things since the refrigerator is very small. However, if visiting and doing simple cooking for 1-2 week stays or less we would give it a very good recommendation, and as we said Mark is an excellent host.