I had high expectations for our stay at Bluebell Cottage, but they were far exceeded! The cottage sits on a hillside in a beautiful valley, with gorgeous views at all times of the day, regardless of weather. Sitting on the patio surrounded by flowers, sipping wine, watching the birds, rabbits, and distant livestock as the sun went down over the opposite hills will stand as a favorite memory.
The cottage is sparkling clean, and manages a perfect balance between modern comfort and historical charm. It's filled with personal touches and comforts that make it feel like home. We were genuinely sorry to leave!
We had the luck to meet the host on our arrival and enjoyed learning a bit of the cottage's history, and discussing the gardens and the area attractions. We felt so welcome and at home!
The cottage is a bit remote, but is centrally located, so most of the biggest draws in Ireland are, at most, only a few hours drive. If we could redo our vacation I think we'd choose to remain at Bluebell and drive a bit more, rather than moving on to the western side, knowing we had a true home away from home to return to.