Myross Wood House is as advertised. The room I was given was indeed a "basic, simple but comfortable single room" that was clean, quiet, well-lit and well-ventilated and quite peaceful. Myross Wood is a gorgeous, untouched (unusual for that part of Ireland) forested retreat, through which there are several hiking paths. For my family-oriented trip it was perfectly situated near where I needed to be: Glandore, Leap, & Skibbereen.
However, what is advertised as a "separate private bathroom" is not quite that. The building's origin is as a seminary and religious retreat house. As such, the rooms are arranged dormitory-style, a dozen rooms on each side of central bathing facilities. There are individual shower and toilet cubicles with locking doors. In that sense they are "private," but in the sense they are all available to anyone staying on the floor, they are communal facilities. To my mind that is an important distinction that should be clarified. Each room, however, does have a sink for hand and face washing.
Kitchen facilities are also very limited, as described. There are a few dishes, utensils, and cups available, as there is also a small fridge and microwave. However, the fridge could use some periodic cleaning, and is long overdue for defrosting.
A staff member assisted me with my check-in, and was very helpful. After that, I didn't see anyone else throughout my stay, and had no real reason to. The most prevalent feeling over the entire was a peaceful one.
Myross Wood House represents a great value for a single traveler, and even some doubles will find it fine for a short stay. Families would probably consider it unsuitable, though. It is friendly, peaceful and welcoming. Consider it more as a hostel-type accommodation, and you will know what to expect.