Staying with Eileen was an absolute pleasure! She was at work when I arrived in Cork, so she dropped off the keys to me at the train station so I could make myself at home in the mean time. Her hospitality was beyond amazing by making me delicious breakfast in the morning, and providing me with a hot water bottle in the evening to heat the bed (quite the unexpected, and lovely gesture!). An incredibly comfy room, in a beautiful house. If Ballymaloe is of interest, it's only a 15 minute drive away-- and of course, it's a quite scenic drive. Eileen was a delight to stay with, and has many interesting stories to tell. I highly recommend booking a room in her house, you will not be disappointed! :)