B&B recommendations by county

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Cork:
Macliam Lodge, Western Road, Clonakilty Lovely B&B in West Cork run by Maeve O' Grady Williams who is an absolute gem! Comfortable, well appointed rooms. Centrally located in Co. Cork for daytrips in any direction. Winner of the National Award of Excellence.
Rivermount House, Barrels Cross,Kinsale Located close to Kinsale with a fantastic view of the Bandon River valley. Run by the O'Sullivan family. Awarded 4 Gold Stars by the Irish Automobile Association (AA).

Kerry:
Alderhaven B&B, just off the N22 Cork Road, Killarney. Run by Norrie O'Neill who can make anyone feel welcome. Her husband, Pat, is a wealth of historical information. Fantastic choice in an area populated with B&Bs. Well appointed rooms and close to City Center - five minutes' drive or twenty minutes' walk from the centre of Killarney.

Galway:
Ard Mhuire B&B, Knocknacarra Rd, Salthill, Galway. Salthill is a very nice section of town close to downtown (10 mins). Located just off the beach and 2 mins from the Liesureland Amusement Park. Your host, Teresa McDonagh, is terrific!!
Marian Lodge, Knocknacarra Rd,Salthill, Galway Another lovely Salthill B&B run by Ceiline Molloy who is a gracious host. Well appointed throughout and awarded 4 diamonds by AA.

Mayo:
Windermere House, Westport Road, Castlebar Run by Kay McGrath who is a gracious and personable hostess. The rooms are lovely and comfortable. Windermere is conveniently located to Westport, Achill Island, and numerous Co. Mayo tourist attractions.

Donegal:
The Arches Country House, Lough Eske, Donegal Town Noreen McGinty runs one of the nicest B&Bs in the Donegal area. Spacious, elegant rooms with an incredible view of Lough Eske. Noreen is pleasant and a wealth of local information. One of the nicest B&Bs I've been in.
Ardeevin Guest House, Lough Eske, Donegal Town Located next door to The Arches, Ardeevin is run by Mary McGinty and rival The Arches in ambience. A good choice. RAC 4 Diamond Highly Acclaimed & Sparkling Diamond Award; AA 4 Diamond
Ardglas, R236, Letterkenny Breid and Paddy Kelly's B&B is located on the outskirts of Letterkenny. The Kellys are excellent hosts and the rooms are lovely. Letterkenny is a good choice for daytrips through Donegal and into Derry, Northern Ireland.

Dublin:
Ferry House, 15 Clarinda Park, Dun Laoghaire A Victorian period home just off the town center of Dun Laoghaire, Ferry House is an excellent choice. Ferry House is located in a great neighbourhood. Conveniently located a block from the Sandycove DART station, one can be in center city Dublin in 15 mins. Lots of pubs and excellent restaurants in the area. The rooms are spacious and well appointed and Pauline and Eamon are most gracious hosts.
Simmonstown House, 2 Sydenham Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Simmonstown House exudes elegance, comfort and tranquillity. Beautifully furnished and decorated, and with a charming owner, this Victorian house offers its guests a restful stay. Dublin centre can be reached in ten minutes either by bus or DART, and it is a short walk to Ballsbridge's restaurants and pubs.

Wexford:
Hillside House, Gorey Run by the ever gracious Ann Sunderland, Hillside house has a lovely view all the way to the Irish Sea. Conveniently located close to town center, the rooms are spacious and elegant