After travelling around Europe with my partner for three months, Druids cottage was a haven of rest and relaxation for us. This is the perfect place to gather ones energy and enjoy peace and quiet in the picturesque and very green County Clare. Steph is a warm, gracious and thoughtful host. She was a delight to talk to and share a cuppa with. She is happy to give her guests space, but once I got talking to her I found a kindred soul - so was happy to chat when I saw her out in the yard. Her two cats made the cottage feel immediately like a home and were never far away for a cuddle.

The cottage itself is wonderful. The very comfortable bed is up a ladder in a loft - felt like we were in a story book. I think sleeping here was the best sleep I had on my whole trip. A bonus was the extra pillows (after travelling for so long two fluffy pillows each is pure luxury!) The cottage is beautifully decorated and complete with a pot belly fire place (and peat moss bricks delivered daily by Steph). The fire was already lit and warming the cottage when we arrived. There were other touches of country hospitality as well. We had fresh flowers upon arrival, cooking basics like oil and spices, a gift of a fresh marrow to cook with (was grown in a neighbours farm and we ate it slowly throughout our week stay - delicious!) as well as maps and guide books and first hand advice on where to go and what to see. Also when my partner said he was missing Vegemite (an Australian standard spread) Steph brought him a jar of marmite. He was delighted! Oh and a wonderful night with a late night beverage and great conversation with Steph and her partner Rob really was the icing on the cake.

A lovely bonus was that our host is a very talented textile designer. Upon request Steph showed me her workroom and wares. I couldn't resist buying a beautiful handmade scarf (a treasure to keep from Ireland!) Truly wonderful for gifts or just to treat yourself to a piece of authentic hand made Irish craft.

All in all I highly recommend this cottage as a place to stay. I wish Steph and her lovely partner Rob (and Smudge and Princess Puss - the cats!) all the best. We hope to return in the future! Thanks Steph and Rob! xo