we couldn't believe our luck when we arrived at Lorraine's Fisherman's Cottage, the airbnb post seemed too good to be true but it was everything stated and much more! Its set in a beautiful rural location at the end of the tarred lane on a little peninsular, with a very short walk to the water. The scenery is spectacular. We really had a sense of the remoteness of Ireland's West Coast when looking across the bay to the lovely mountains, especially pictuesque in the early morning mist, and yet other houses were not far, with the villages of Murrisk & Louisburgh, and the town of Westport only a few minutes drive away.
We had gone to County Mayo to climb Croagh Patrick, and it was marvellous to have a clear view of the mountain from the house.
Lorraine welcomed us in true Irish fashion, she's a warm and very friendly person. She gave us good recommendations on local matters. The house was spacious, warm and very comfortable for six people. The beds were super with lovely quality cotton sheets. Everything seemed brand new. One thing we really loved was the view from the kitchen window, looking out over the little beach and across the bay. I would never tire of such a view. In fact it made me want to live there permanently, especially as there were often a few donkeys hanging about in the field next door, looking cutely adorable. They too were super friendly and entertained my kids by coming to the fence for a pat and a bit of apple.
the house had everything we needed, we prepared our meals and enjoyed dining as family at the large pine table in front of the wood heater.
You won't be disappointed if you book Lorraine's cottage, she is reliable and very accommodating. Nothing was too much effort for her. She deefinitely went the extra mile for us and we thank her sincerely for it.