We loved staying with Carmel and Patrick, and Kilkenny is a MUST on your Ireland trip. Communication and directions leading up to our stay was very clear and helpful. The accommodations were clean and comfortable. The downstairs was cute with many brochures on things to do around town as well as a nice kitchen that included everything for tea and coffee. The upstairs had 2 good sized bedrooms that were very comfortable and 2 baths. This is a great spot to stay for a few days.
Carmel and Patrick were wonderful hosts. They greeted us with open arms and were enthusiastically ready to help make suggestions to plan our time in Kilkenny. There was a food festival by the castle that was going on during our stay. We decided that that is where we would start. Patrick was kind enough to drive us the few minutes into town during which he pointed out pubs and restaurants suggestions. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend it!