Emerald green mountains surged out of the sea to form Dingle Harbour right in front of Maureen’s charming cottage. A bracing wind assures that you return from the beach below with flaming red cheeks. Watching for the gamboling dolphins and orcas.

The fridge came conveniently stocked with the basics for the weary traveler. When I marveled at her egg cups, she offered to give me the entire set of four as a gift.

Be sure to pet her horse, Molly, on the nose. The cat, on the other hand, will camp in front of your door all day long, trying to barge in on the fun. Maureen will even come fetch you in town if you get lost.

The tips on the best places to eat and pubs to hear live music were enormously helpful.