Pond House's guest unit is a peaceful, beautiful, well-equipped and nicely decorated place to rest on a driving trip through Southern Ireland. The washing machine in the guest unit was much appreciated at that point in our self-drive trip. It'a also an idyllic place for a creative person who wants to stay longer to write or paint. It is about ten minutes from Mallow where we drove for meals, although for those wanting to cook their own breakfasts or dinners, the kitchen is well equipped and there is a small grocery store 5 minutes away in charming Doneraile. Doneraile did not have anyplace to eat that we saw open. Since breakfast is not included (as it was in all other places we stayed in Ireland), be sure to buy food if needed. Barbara gave us a much-appreciated warm welcome in a beautiful setting.