I'm going to try to keep this brief, as I honestly feel I could write a book on how unforgettable and wonderful our stay was. It truly does not get better than Meg and Mike.
My husband and I visited Dingle with family seven years ago, and we made it a goal for 2019 to get back for our five year wedding anniversary. Our favorite bed and breakfast was unfortunately booked, so we had to find somewhere else to stay for the week. We felt like we were really taking a chance by reserving the Ocean Blue Retreat, as it wasn't even done being built yet. But man did that risk pay off...
When we arrived at Meg and Mike's place and walked inside, I immediately broke into tears. I've been dreaming about being back in this place, and the beauty of the cottage and the love you feel wrapped into it just brought my dream to reality. Meg was still prepping the cottage for us when we got there, and immediately ran over to her place to grab us fresh, hot scones and softened butter with jam. I immediately knew we had made the right decision.
The space is clean, stylish, and you can tell that every piece of decor and linen is placed meticulously for a purpose. Meg and Mike have put their blood, sweat, and tears into these cottages and you immediately feel the love that has been built in from the second you arrive on their property. Full of every amenity you could need, right down to cutting boards, coffee, plates, and tea...as well as a fully equipped bathroom. The bed was comfy, the couch inviting, and the space in general tempts you to cancel any plans you've made to stay and soak it all in.
The view...oh the view. There's not much else to say except you'll have to see for yourself how breathtaking it truly is. The cows in the backyard make the experience a dream of the Irish countryside that you've probably only imagined. And what a treat it is to watch them walk up and down the lane in the morning and at night. Their presence is a total treat and I can't imagine the stay without them.
I'll finish with this...the spirit and life that Meg and Mike offer when you stay here competes with every amenity and view you could have. They welcomed my husband and I with open arms, and I felt like I could sit and talk to Meg about anything (she's a therapist so I guess that would make sense, ha!). This is the calling on their lives, to welcome people from all around the world to the beautiful space they have built, it is a true retreat and having them as hosts makes the stay. From Mike telling us "the beer man came" and opening the front door to see two local beers on our front step, or bringing my husband a guitar to strum while we relaxed, inviting us over for coffee at their home, and then inviting us to come listen to Mike play music at a local pub our last night...it was an unforgettable experience. If you're hesitating even in the least bit, just stop and book one of their listings now, I promise you won't regret it.