I chose Trish's place because of convenience to public transportation, central location and the descriptions of Trish's helpfulness, and a sense it would be more local style and less hotel-like, which made it an appealing stay for the end of a working vacation. On all these counts I was not disappointed!
She takes great care anticipating the needs of her guests, providing robes, directions and even offering rides and food which were not requested but greatly appreciated. My last day she even accompanied me to Kings Park and I got to benefit from her extensive botanical and artistic knowledge, yet had the freedom to wander as I wished. She is easy to be with and I did not feel crowded. She's an interesting woman and I enjoyed her company, though if I had wished to be more solitary, she was respectful of that as well.
Her place is funky, definitely vintage and clearly the home of an artist which seemed unstuffy and welcoming. Filled with collectibles that harken to the simplicity of times long past without modern clutter,it was also clean and comfortable.
If you want a place that's welcoming with local flavor, I recommend staying at Trish's.