Meet Barbara
Outgoing, Sociable, Adaptable
We are a home from home and consider ourselves very honest and friendly and treat our guests as one of our own family. We just love meeting and making friends with people from all over the world.
On a typical day...
I have a very open house. My house is your house.
When I host guests...
I like to chat with them when they are home but have my own things going on.
Family Hobbies
Football, Golf, Cooking, Gardening, Reading
Hosting guests since
2010
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within two hours
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About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
We have a 4 bedroom detached house covering 3 floors in a very nice area. I live with my husband and daughter but have another daughter that lives next door and a son that is married and has one little daughter.. We have a young small dog and our 2 cats that live mainly outside.. At the end of our road we have a beautiful park with lakes and wildlife and many types of trees.
Additional Info
We live on a quiet road surrounded by cul de sacs and there is plenty of parking. We are an English speaking family.
Pets
Cat, Dog
House Facilities
- Garden
- Bikes for use
- Computer
- Laundry
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Smoke alarm
- Smoke alarm on each floor
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Wheelchair Accessible
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
we are a 10 min walk to a collection of buses, shops, churches and shopping centres. we have a 4 bedroom detached house with a very large kitchen/diner. 3 w/c
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Park
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Cinema
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Sports arena
- Health club
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Hospital
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals will incur an additional cost. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
I will not allow smoking in the house.
My guests may have use by arrangement of our laundry to wash their clothes and also the kitchen by arrangement .
I keep a tidy house and would wish that my guest respect that and keep their room in the same manner.
We are a very friendly family and love our little get together. We also have 2 bikes to hire for a small fee.
Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
61 Reviews
May 2019
Nous avons passé 10 jours agréables chez Eamonn qui nous a mis à l'aise dès notre arrivée (Barbara était absente). Fervent de foot ou de golf, il aimera échanger...si vous le souhaitez.
Le quartier est très calme et la maison agréable avec un jardinet et Puppie, la chienne aime jouer avec les visiteurs !
Nous occupions 2 chambres parfaites au premier étage et la salle de bain avec baignoire, les serviettes étaient fournies. Nous avions accès à un bac du réfrigérateur pour ranger notre nourriture, le petit-déjeuner était fourni (jus d'orange, thé, café, lait, chocolatine, brioche, pain, confiture, miel) et nous avions accès à la cuisine midi et soir.
Il faut prévoir 45 minutes entre la maison et le centre ville de Dublin (10 mn à pieds puis 35 mn de bus avec principalement le n° 150 mais il y en a d'autres) ; en passant par Tymon Park à proximité immédiate de la maison, le trajet est très agréable.
A 10 mn à pieds vous trouverez supermarché, bazar, presse... ; ne cherchez pas de tabac, ils sont très rares en Irlande... les cigarettes sont chères et en général cachées sous le comptoir de l'épicerie donc uniquement sur demande (politique anti-fumeurs).
Les irlandais sont très serviables et polis ; nous nous sommes toujours sentis en sécurité !
En résumé : nous avons adoré notre séjour en Irlande ainsi que chez Eamonn et Barbara !
We enjoyed our holiday ! From Toulouse (south west France), kind regards Eamonn and Barbara...
April 2019
My stay at Barbara's house was simply EXCELLENT ;). Very clean and well decorated house, generous breakfast and tidy room with TV included! What is more, her house is located in a very quiet and safe area which is really recommendable above all if you have had a busy day in the city centre and you want to rest. Also, all the family is really kind, respectful and hospitable, making me feel at home at every moment. Undoubtedly, I will miss our lovely talks and their little faithful dog Poppy. Thank you for these astonishing days, I'll always keep this family in my heart. 1000% recommendable!
Host reply
Oh Gema. Thank you so so much for the beautiful and kind hearted comments you have given us. It was a total pleasure having you stay with us and a delight to have your company and little chats about your day. You will be missed and please come back again. Your always welcome. Fondest wishes. Babs
September 2018
We enjoyed our stay in Dublin with Barbara. The house is very beautiful, clean and spacious. The rooms were well equipped. The neighborhood is very pleasant and next to it is a charming park. Barbara and her husband are wonderful people who made us feel comfortable. Thank you for everything Barbara
Best, Michal Saul Yahel and RoeyHost reply
Ah thank you very much for staying with us and for your lovely comments. I hope you had a great trip around Ireland and that all your stays were very comfortable. It was a pleasure meeting you all. You are all lovely and friendly people. Oh and poppy says hi. Take care. Barbara and Eamonn
September 2018
This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
September 2018
Barbara und ihr Mann sind super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das ganze Haus ist sehr gemütlich und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Alles ist perfekt sauber. Die Betten sind bequem und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Host reply
Thank you so much Ilona for your 5 hearts and your review. I would love to know what kind things you've said. Hope to see you again in the future. Cheers. Barbara
August 2018
Très bon accueil, maison décorée avec goût dans quartier très calme. Hôtes très acceuillants et de bons conseils. Maison à recommander.
Host reply
Thank you so much Christophe for your review. Unfortunately I don't understand French but it was really lovely meeting you all and having you stay with us. I do hope that everything was to your satisfaction and that you enjoyed your stay . Cheers. Babs
August 2018
Very nice people,
With a lovely home and a nice quiet area
Made me feel very welcome.Host reply
Ah thank you Anthony. It's a pleasure having you stay with us. Cheers. Babs
August 2018
Thanks a lot, Barbara and Eamonn and so are you !! We had a wonderful time at your place, we enjoyed meeting you and living in your very beautiful house for two days to discover Dublin. I would recommend staying with you without hesitating. ( a little stroke for Poppy from us :) ...)
Host reply
Thank you so much both of you. It was lovely having 2 such friendly people stay with us. You are always very welcome backing our home. A big woof from poppy. Cheers
July 2018
Loved staying with Barbara and her family. Such a beautiful, clean and comfortable home from home. I had a kettle in my room with tea bags and coffee etc, which was such a lovely addition, as well as wifi. There was a wonderful breakfast waiting every morning and a lovely little doggy to welcome me. Would thoroughly recommend a stay here. You'd be hard pushed to find a better host/stay. Thanks Barbara!
Host reply
Ah Liz, what lovely things to say about us and our home and poppy the dog says thank you as well lol. You are very welcome anytime in our home. Cheers, Babs and eam
July 2018
Barbra and her husband were very welcoming and hospitable we really enjoyed our stay with them in their home and would happily stay again in the future
Host reply
Thank you Dean. It was lovely having 4 happy energetic young people stay with us and you'll be welcome back anytime. Cheers
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