Being from the USA we were in awe of the small roads leading into the cottage..but WOW. The brick walls lined with flowers were so welcoming. Upon arrival we walked into the entry way and immediately felt "at home". Helen's Cottage is beautiful, clean and filled with light. Plants and glassware in the windows are a special added touch. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and dishes. Great to have a coffee maker, microwave, oven and range to manage meals and save a little by doing it yourself. The dinning table is convenient to the kitchen, with place mats and coasters and napkins provided. The living room is super cozy where you can enjoy TV or light yourself a nice fire in the stone fireplace. Helen had the first lighting set up with little kindling and each fire after I followed how she had done the first. Nights in front of the fire place are a great way to relax. The house is a good starting point for several local attractions, such as the Hook Light house, The Kennedy homestead, the Kennedy arboretum, the Kilkenny Castle and shopping area, and the Famine Ship. which is a replica of an actual ship used during the potato famine in the 1800's. There are plenty of grocery stores to get supplies in the area. We stopped several times at a local bar/pub called "Rosie's" where we were greeted as friends and the conversation was lively. Our nights were restful in the bedrooms that were spacious and lovely furnished. Ample towels were provided as well as shampoos, etc. One of our favorite spots was the back patio where we could sit, have a coffee (or wine) and chat. The first night the outside lights were out but Helen and Frank fixed them and life went on! Overall we highly recommend the Foley Cottage. The only thing was, "I wish I could have stayed longer".