Meet Joan
Family Hobbies
Football, Cycling, Swimming, Mountain biking, Computer games
Hosting guests since
2010
Response Rate
91%
Response Time
Within a few hours
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About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
We are a family of four, that live in a 6 bed house in Stepaside, on the south side of Dublin, with our two sons 18/21. Our home is very close to Three Rock Mountain which we love to explore and the boys love cycling(mountain biking and road) among other outdoor activities . It is also very accessible for the city by luas or bus which is within 8 minute walk.
We have a large kitchen with open plan dining room and sitting room. There is a lovely garden and great views all around.
Nearby Stepaside, is a very quaint little village which has a rural feel with lovely restaurants, a pub and shops.
House Facilities
- Non Smoking
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located on the south side of the city, in a quiet, safe and very scenic suburb called Stepaside, at the foot of Three Rock Mountain.
We are 15 km from the city centre and 1 hour by airport coach.
The luas(tram) stop is 8 minutes walk and bus stop is 5 mins(Bus number: 47, 44,114)
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Park
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Cinema
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Horse Stables
- Health club
- Fishing
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Hospital
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
• Keep noise to a minimum after 10pm
• Feel free to use the kitchen untill 8.00pm and do clean up after yourself
• Overnight guests not allowed, visiting guests by prior consent only
Smoking is not allowed.
20 Reviews
June 2022
I had a wonderful time staying with Joan. The family is very kind and welcoming and the house is lovely and clean. The room is spacious and has plenty of storage space as well, and there's a desk for studying/work and a small fridge. The neighborhood is very nice too: it's quiet and green, and there's a few parks nearby where you can go for a walk (e.g. the Fernhill park, I really enjoyed going there as it has some great views and nature). The house is ~10 minutes walking from the Luas, which takes you to the city centre in about ~20 minutes. I did this most days and found it a very comfortable, quick and easy way to get around. I'd definitely recommend staying with Joan!
Host reply
Thanks Jasmijn for your wonderful review, so glad you felt comfortable.
We really enjoyed sharing our home with you :) Best of luck with your studies and in your career.June 2022
This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
Host reply
Thanks Hamad, so glad you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to seeing you again in the autumn :)
December 2021
Had a great time staying at Joans house. She has a lovely family and the house is located in a very nice neighborhood. I can completely recommend staying at Joans place.
Host reply
Thanks Simon for your lovely review!
It was a pleasure to have you in our home and we would be delighted to have you stay again on your next trip to Dublin.
We wish you best of luck in your studies. Stay safe and keep wellMay 2021
The adorable house & room was just as described. It was very peaceful, cozy, inviting.. plenty of space for all my things and also there is a fridge in the bedroom (ideal!) the neighborhood as well is very nice with parks and beautifuls lands ideal for walks. With supermarkets, pharmacies, and transport stops near the house. But the best of all is Joan and her lovely family, they are so friendly, helpful and welcoming that make you feel "at home" all the time. She was quick to respond to questions & always giving her best trying to help me. I loved staying here, I would gladly come back again and hope to do so in the future. Highly recommend!
Thank you Joan & your family! I feel so lucky to meet you :)Pilar
Host reply
Thank Pilar for such a wonderful review ! It was an absolute pleasure to host you in our home, you are a very sweet kind caring person and we wish you the very best in the future xx
February 2021
I had a great time staying at Joan's place. My first experience away from India and I am glad that I chose to stay at Joan's. Warm and helpful family. Thank you Joan for letting us stay with you..i truly had a great time.
Host reply
Swapnil, thank you for your kind review, it was a great pleasure to have you in our home. We are delighted you felt comfortable and adjusted well into your new surroundings. We wish you all the best with your studies and hope you have a very successful career!
Take care of yourselfFebruary 2021
Joan and her family were really welcoming and helped me a lot. The house is very nice, it is located in a nice neighborhood, the Luas and the bus stop are very close and you can easily walk to them. Also, there are supermarkets and pharmacies nearby. The room I stayed in was spacious and very comfortable, I also had a fridge in the room. If I were to return to Dublin, I would definitely stay at Joan's house, they make you feel like you are part of the family. Thank you Joan, see you soon!
Host reply
Thank you for your lovely review Fausto! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and you are most welcome in our home anytime.
Best of luck with your career and future endeavors. Take care of yourselfFebruary 2021
It was a delight to stay with joan, their house is lovely,spacious and cozy, equipped with all amenities. Their family is super friendly and were very helpful in showing me around the place especially during the tough covid times. Highly recommend this place for everyone who wants to have a good time without a doubt!
Host reply
Thanks so much, Madhura, so happy you enjoyed your stay. It was our pleasure to have you in our home. You are welcome to come back and visit us anytime. We wish you continued success with your studies and career.
October 2020
It was a very beautiful experience in a very beautiful house. I advice to the people, who will read this message, to come here, because not only the house is very nice but also the family (very funny) and the neighborhood, the place has also a little park around that it is a very wonderful place for a walk. The neiborhood is close to a small centre like Stepside and then Dundrum and linked with centre of Dublin. Thank Joan, and her family. See you.
Host reply
Thanks Giuseppe for such a wonderful review :) We loved having you in our home and delighted that you enjoyed the experience. We wish you continued success with your career and happiness in your future endeavors.
You are welcome to come back to our home anytime, take care.
Kind regards
JoanDecember 2019
Very great stay ! Thanks !
September 2019
This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
Host reply
Thanks John. It was real pleasure to meet and host you!
Regards
Joan
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