The description of the rooms was very accurate. It was noisy from the buses passing, but I already knew that, so it didn't bother me. On the first day, my host greeted me, oriented me to the house, walked me around a few blocks of the neighborhood to show me where a natural food store was (I am celiac), and gave me keys. She is warm, friendly, helpful and very funny. I really enjoyed staying with her, and would do so again.