We can't thank Ian, Amy and Josh enough for working with our numerous trip necessities. They always made us feel welcome and were incredibly helpful. Upon arrival, Josh was waiting in front of the house and helped with our luggage. Amy was there to welcome us, showed us around, and introduced us to the rest of the Airbnb guests. Amy brought us to some of the bargain hunters' paradise in Perth such as Harbour Town selling both local and global brands and Sunday market in Market City that since then, became our favorite source of fresh fruits, vegetable, meats, even flowers and herbs! She was very kind to accompany us to our first Sunday church and grocery shopping. Josh was very nice to have shown us the easiest walk to the bus/train stations, and spent many times with us helping around or just to have conversation about anything under the sun.

Ian is indeed a workaholic but despite being very busy, he managed to spend hours with us during critical periods of our car and house hunting. Even more important, him being instrumental for us to have gained our first home rental in Perth! He made generous provisions such us our personal fridge, working table in the room, fast and efficient wifi access, computer and printer/scanner that we found very, very useful. The lounge suite recliner is a favorite spot when we want to relax and just watch a movie after a tiring day outside. The accommodation was pleasant and comfortable, and breakfast just right to get us started for the day. Location is in a safe, quiet neighborhood, close to city, shops, and interesting restaurants.

This Airbnb stay is special as we were able to learn many things about different customs/lifestyles. Worth looking forward to were the various interactions we had with our hosts and their other guests, be it keen intellect, humor, or chit-chats. We greatly value the chance to see how different a certain culture is from common portrayals/stereotypes. And is there a more pleasurable way to spend an evening meal than have it with people of different nationalities showcasing their delicious cuisine? For the six weeks that we've spent in Ian and Amy's home, our co- Airbnbers would have prepared for everyone his/her specialty, such as Dave's Thai
chicken curry, Dahlina and Celina's Malaysian beef rendang, Mark's lasagna, Ken's corned beef & soup, and Ian and Amy's bbq, the traditional German Christmas cookies freshly baked by Tarek and Sybille, and the unforgettable pavlova of Ian and Ken. Above all else, we ended up gaining new friends who treated us like family. Ken is super awesome to help us furnish our new home, and Ian and Amy were very thoughtful to have us in their home to celebrate our first Christmas in Perth! We sincerely appreciate the kindness and attention...wonderful, unique experience we wouldn't exchange anywhere else!