About the Homestay
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Hi to all about to travel to Dublin, a warm welcome awaits you when you arrive. I am currently living in Dublin 12, I have a 3 bedroom home with one single and one double room available for homestay guests. There are very good transport links to Dublin City Centre with bus routes and luas line just 5 mins walk from the house. Star my beautiful Golden Retriever is 11, he loves company , he is super affectionate & He loves to be around people ,(like a shadow ) so if this isnt for you then my place wouldn't be suitable .. I work full time Mon - Friday 8.30 - 5pm so check in would preferably be any time after 5.30pm. You will be most welcome to come share the house (not just your room) as you can help yourself to cook your own meals/snacks . Laundry facilities arexalso available. My long term partner is a full time musician, sometimes the band rehearse in the living room but i will always give notification. I look forward to meeting and greeting & making your trip to Dublin as enjoyable and memorable as possible
** Please be advised that deposit will be taken on booking and balance will be due to be paid on arrival**
My Pets
Dog
House Facilities
- Garden
- Laundry
- Patio
- Internet Access
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
My house is located 15 minutes walk from Kilmainham Jail, Memorial & Phoenix park. the Guinness Store house& Dublin's Christ Church.
There are very good transport links to city centre with the Luas Red line just 5 mins walk from my house. Heuston train station is about a 20 min walk
There are also good bus routes to and from city centre. There is a local shop nearby, Supermarkets Centra Aldi. Supervalue are about a 10 minute walk .Liffey Valley shopping centre is a bus journey away (approx 30 mins) Where there are lots of shops cinema and restaurants) Doctors and Hospitals are all within walking distance. Brickfield park is a minute walk where you can enjoy a stroll, use the playground with children or watch local football on summer days.
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
Payment on arrival please
Be mindfull and double lock front door when leaving
Star my dog likes to follow everyone -please don't let him go outside the front door. He is not streetwise and he would get lost
Keep the communal area's clean & tidy
Minimum noise after 12pm
Please check with me regarding inviting guests
Keys lost or damaged will incur a cost
Be comfortable enough to use the kitchen when needed.( Before 10pm at night please)
Try to shower at a reasonable hour please before 10pm
Relax and enjoy your stay
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
22 Reviews
January 2024
I had a lovely stay at Vanessa's place. I've been there for only a week but I felt like at home since the beginning. Vanessa is so welcoming and always available to chat and give advice! It was definitely a nice place to stay, thanks so much Vanessa!!
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December 2023
Vanessa has been such an amazing host. She made me feel at home from the get go. She also made sure to check on me to ensure that I was comfortable. Although I was away from home and family, I was glad to have stayed here in a cosy home. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to friends and family visiting Dublin
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December 2023
Best host guaranteed! I was living at Vanessa's beautiful and cozy house for 3 months. It felt really nice to have friendly chats with her and to be welcomed home by Star. She gave me freedom to cook and meal prep for college. I stayed in the single bedroom which was nicely decorated and had a comfy bed. Whenever possible, I would love to come back. <3 Thank you for everything.
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August 2023
I just spent 2 amazing weeks in Dublin and staying at Vanessa's played a big part in that;
Vanessa made me feel at home at her place, which is lovely; I enjoyed every minute there, especially when Starr the golden retriever was around :) The single room is very comfortable and so was the bathroom and living space;
I highly recommend, and would come back anytime! ;)
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August 2023
It was really nice !
I've been really lucky to find this host, I've been staying for 1week to take vacation in Dublin and it was really nice !
They are verry nice and open to talk, and also really open to help
It was a lovely week!
Big thanks to same it was an amazing weekHost reply
July 2023
I still can't believe how lucky I am to have discovered Vanessa, the most wonderful host, and her adorable companion, Star, the sweetest doggo.
Vanessa's warmth and hospitality are unmatched. She made me feel right at home from the very beginning. She helped me with advice related to my relocation to Dublin and much more.
The house itself is very cozy and immaculate. It has all the amenities that you would need.
The neighborhood is peaceful and charming, and there are shops close by.
I wholeheartedly recommend staying with Vanessa to anyone looking for a memorable and heartwarming experience. She goes above and beyond for her guests.
For me, she has set the bar high for all my future travels.
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June 2023
With Vanessa l felt like home since day one. She is funny, kind, warm, extroverted and caring: definitely the best host you will ever find. I used homestay just to find a temporary accomodation, but i ended up staying with Vanessa for a longer period because I didn’t want to leave! She is always ready to help, give recommendations or advice if you are ever facing a problem. Vanessa has a beautiful house and she knows how to take care of it as it’s always spotless.
Star, her beautiful golden retriever is the best. Really affectionate, he loves staying around people, and he’s really quiet.. I probably only heard him bark once because he wanted a treat ;) . Overall I would rate my stay with Vanessa an 11/10 if I could. You will not only find a host, but also a friend to talk to over a glass of wine. I will miss Dublin, Vanessa, Arthur and of course Star too.Host reply
May 2023
Vanessa is a very warm and kind person. Her house is beautiful and perfectly clean. She also provides you with towels, bedding and a comforting room.
In the kitchen you have all the necessary utensils for cooking.
I've really been lucky enough to get to know Vanessa and of course Star.Host reply
May 2023
My experience in this homestay was fantastic. Vanessa was incredibly nice and helpful throughout my entire stay and she made me feel at home. Star will always be a great company. The house was also very clean and well-maintained, you will find everything you need. I would highly recommend this homestay to anyone looking for a cozy and welcoming place to stay, I would definitely come back again in the future. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
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March 2023
Vanessa is the perfect host: welcoming and friendly, always ready to help, difficulties big or small travellers may meet when away from home.
The house is beautiful and clean, super convenient to public transport. Star will steal your heart the moment you step in the door!Host reply
How do I book?
Contact the host to check their availability and ask them any questions you have about staying with them. Once the host confirms they’re available for your dates, you can complete your booking.
When do I pay?
Once a host confirms they're available, you can go ahead and pay the 15% booking fee (maximum of 250 $£€ for longer term bookings) and a 25% deposit using a choice of payments: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Laser, JCB & PayPal. The deposit is collected in advance on behalf of the host to protect against no show or late cancellations (within 7 days of arrival). You then pay your host the balance due on arrival. The 25% deposit payment is made to the host 2 business days after your scheduled arrival date. This deposit payment will only be refunded if you cancel the booking at least 7 full days prior to arrival.
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